Paulson won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for her portrayal of Marcia Clark in 'The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story'.

Paulson won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Miniseries or Television Film for her role in 'The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story'.

Paulson received the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actress in a Movie Made for Television or Limited Series for her portrayal of Marcia Clark.

Paulson has received numerous Emmy nominations for her various roles in 'American Horror Story', demonstrating her consistent excellence in the series.