William Daniels won the Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series twice (1985, 1986).
| Year | Contest | Category | For | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series | St. Elsewhere | 1 · 2 |
| 1985 | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series | St. Elsewhere | 1 · 2 |