 She has been nominated for five American Comedy Awards with two wins (Funniest Supporting Actress in 1991 for "Ghost" and Funniest Actress in 1993 for "Sister Act").In 2001, she became the first African American female to receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.In 1990, Goldberg was officially named an honorary member of the Harlem Globetrotters exhibition basketball team by the members.