25 Mind-Blowing Facts About The West Wing

4. The West Wing Holds The Record For Most Emmy Awards Won By A Series In Its First Season (Nine)... And Is Tied For The Most Wins For A Drama Series (26)

Following the opening series of The West Wing, the show received nine Emmy Awards in 2000 - the most ever for a programme in its first season. The show itself is also tied for the most Emmy wins ever for a drama series with 26, alongside "Hill Street Blues".

In addition, the programme claimed two Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2000 and 2001, while Martin Sheen also won a Golden Globe.

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