Foster Hewitt Memorial Award Honor presented by the Hockey Hall of Fame to radio and television professionals for outstanding contributions to ice hockey broadcasting, selected by the NHL Broadcasters' Associa…
Four Freedoms Award — international prize inspired by FDR's 1941 speech Four Freedoms Award An international prize established in 1982 that honors individuals and organisations exemplifying Franklin D. Roosevelt's Four Freedoms: speech, worship, from want and from fear.
Gandalf Awards Gandalf Award A short history of the Gandalf Awards, a Worldcon-era set of honors (1974–1981) recognizing lifetime achievement and annual book-length fantasy, named for Tolkien's Gandalf.
Genesis Awards — Humane Society media honors for animal issues Genesis Award Annual awards presented by The Humane Society of the United States recognizing news and entertainment work that increases public awareness of animal protection and welfare.
Georg Büchner Prize — Germany’s leading prize for German‑language literature Georg Büchner Prize Annual German‑language literary prize founded 1923, reconstituted in 1951 and awarded by the Deutsche Akademie für Sprache und Dichtung in Darmstadt; honors authors’ lifetimes and…
George Cross The George Cross is the United Kingdom and Commonwealth’s highest award for civilian gallantry and for military acts not in the presence of the enemy. Instituted in 1940, recipient…
George Medal British civil decoration instituted in 1940 for acts of great bravery by civilians and military personnel for non‑combat gallantry; recipients may use the postnominal GM.
German Cross (Deutsches Kreuz) German Cross A World War II military decoration of Nazi Germany, the German Cross recognized repeated bravery or merit above the Iron Cross 1st Class and below the Knight's Cross.
Golden Bear (Berlinale top prize) Golden Bear The Golden Bear is the highest award presented at the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), honoring the best film in the main competition and symbolizing Berlin's herald…
Golden Globe Awards: Overview, History, Categories, and Cultural Role Golden Globe Awards Annual American awards for film and television presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, honoring artistic and commercial achievements and serving as a major event in a…
Golden Hockey Stick (Zlatá hokejka): Czech award for top ice hockey players Golden Hockey Stick The Golden Hockey Stick (Zlatá hokejka) is an annual Czech award recognizing the nation's top ice hockey player, first issued in 1968–69 and continued after Czechoslovakia split in…
Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards Annual Taiwanese film festival and awards ceremony recognizing excellence in Chinese‑language cinema; held in Taipei and noted for its prestige, eligibility rules and cultural infl…
Golden Melody Awards Major Taiwanese music awards established in 1990, honoring popular and traditional music across languages and recognizing artists, songs, albums and technical contributors.
Golden Raspberry Awards (Razzies) Golden Raspberry Awards Informal awards that "honor" the worst in film each year; founded by John J. B. Wilson in 1980 and known for a tongue-in-cheek gold-spray raspberry trophy and public voting.
Golden Rooster Awards Major film awards presented in mainland China since 1981 by the China Film Association. Jury-selected honors recognize artistic and technical achievement; they alternate with the p…
Golden Spikes Award Annual award presented to the top amateur baseball player in the United States, honoring outstanding on-field performance combined with sportsmanship since 1978.
Graduation (academic completion and ceremonies) Graduation Graduation marks the formal completion of an educational program or promotion to a higher grade. This article covers ceremonies, regalia, history, types, and the cultural and pract…
Grammy Award The Grammy Award is an annual U.S. honor presented by the Recording Academy for excellence in recorded music and spoken word, covering many genres and dozens of categories.
Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album Overview of the Grammy category recognizing excellence in alternative music albums: definition, eligibility, history, notable winners and controversies surrounding the award.
Grammy Award for Best Rap Album Annual Recording Academy award recognizing excellence in rap albums, established in 1996; eligibility follows the Academy's release-period rules and winners reflect rap's commercia…
Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal Former Grammy category honoring recorded rock performances by duos or groups with vocals; later merged into a consolidated rock performance category. U2 won seven times; Aerosmith…
Grammy Award for Best Rock Song Annual Grammy category recognizing songwriters of outstanding rock songs since 1992; presented to the song’s writer(s) and distinct from performance- or album-based rock awards.
Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media Annual Grammy category honoring songwriters of original songs created for films, television, video games and other visual media; presented by the Recording Academy since 1988.
Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album Annual Grammy recognizing excellence in spoken-word recordings, including audiobooks, poetry, storytelling and narration. Presented by the Recording Academy since 1959.
Grammy Award for Record of the Year Annual Grammy honoring the performance and production of a single track. Established 1959, it recognizes artists, producers and engineers chosen by the Recording Academy.
Grand Cross (honorific grade) Grand Cross Grand Cross is a top-grade rank in many orders of chivalry and state honors, signifying the highest or near-highest class and associated insignia such as sashes, stars, collars, an…
Grand Slam (professional wrestling) A Grand Slam is a career achievement in professional wrestling awarded to a performer who has won a specified set of championships—typically a world title, multiple singles titles…
Grant Grant: an authorized transfer of money, rights, property, or permission without repayment; covers types, sources, application and review processes, conditions, management, history…
Grey Cup: Canada's Football Championship Trophy and Game Grey Cup The Grey Cup is the championship trophy and title game of the Canadian Football League, first awarded in 1909. It is a major national sporting event with deep cultural significance…
Hall of Fame: Purpose, Types, History, and Cultural Significance Hall of fame An overview of halls of fame: what they are, how they work, historical origins, common types (sports, arts, military), selection practices, and their cultural roles and controversi…
Hart Memorial Trophy — NHL Most Valuable Player Award Hart Memorial Trophy Annual NHL award given to the player judged most valuable to his team; established in 1924 and presented to winners chosen by writers. Notable record-holders include Wayne Gretzky…
Heisman Trophy Annual award presented to the most outstanding player in U.S. college football, its origins, selection process, ceremony, cultural impact, and notable trends.
Heraldic badge: identity emblem distinct from a coat of arms Heraldic badge A heraldic badge is an emblem granted alongside coats of arms for use by followers, organisations or institutions. It differs from a full heraldic achievement and has historical an…
Hero of the Soviet Union Highest honorary title of the USSR, established in 1934 and widely awarded for exceptional heroism in war, exploration and state service; accompanied by the Gold Star medal and pri…
Hollywood Walk of Fame A public landmark of terrazzo and brass stars along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street honoring achievements in film, television, recording, radio and live theatre.
Honorary degree An academic honor conferred without formal study, awarded to recognize achievement or service; commonly a doctorate and often presented by universities during ceremonies.
Honour: concept, cultural forms, and historical development Honour A concise overview of honour—its meanings, cultural variations, historical evolution, social functions and modern forms including chivalry, Bushido, duelling and contemporary honou…
Hughes Medal (Royal Society award for electricity and magnetism) Hughes Medal Royal Society medal for original discoveries in electricity and magnetism and their applications, established in the early 20th century and awarded to individuals and collaboration…
Hugo Award — annual prize for science fiction and fantasy Hugo Award The Hugo Award is a premier annual prize honoring the best science fiction and fantasy works, selected by members of the Worldcon. It recognizes creators across fiction, media, and…
Hundred Flowers Awards A major Chinese film prize decided by popular vote, the Hundred Flowers Awards recognize achievements in cinema and alternate years with the Golden Rooster Awards.
Ig Nobel Prize — awards honoring research that make people laugh, then think Ig Nobel Prize Annual, tongue-in-cheek prizes given since 1991 for unusual or trivial scientific research that amuses and prompts reflection. Organized by the Annals of Improbable Research with c…
Imagen Awards Annual honors presented by the Imagen Foundation recognizing positive portrayals and achievements of Latino and Latinx professionals in film, television and media.
Independence Day Award (Swadhinata Padak) — Bangladesh Independence Day Award The Independence Day Award is Bangladesh's highest state honour, presented to individuals and organizations for major contributions to national life, culture, science, public servi…
International Women of Courage Award Annual U.S. Department of State award honoring women worldwide for leadership, courage, and advocacy for human and women's rights.
Iron Cross (German military decoration) Iron Cross A Prussian and German military decoration established in 1813, reissued for later wars. Known for its black iron core and silver frame, several classes, and its wartime-only award…
Jack Adams Award Annual National Hockey League honor for the coach judged to have most contributed to his team’s success during the regular season.
James Norris Memorial Trophy Annual National Hockey League award for the defenseman who demonstrates the greatest all‑round ability during the regular season, voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers' Assoc…
Japan Academy Prize A leading annual set of film awards honoring Japanese cinema since 1978, presented by the Nippon Academy-shō Association and often compared to the American Academy Awards.
