A closer look at the biggest achievements of Al Pacino. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Al Pacino is a highly acclaimed American actor renowned for his powerful performances in film and theatre. He has achieved the Triple Crown of Acting, winning an Academy Award, two Tony Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. His illustrious career is further recognized by numerous accolades including Golden Globe Awards, a BAFTA, and Screen Actors Guild Awards. He has also received prestigious honors such as the Cecil B. DeMille Award, the AFI Life Achievement Award, the National Medal of Arts, and the Kennedy Center Honors, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest actors of his generation.
April 20, 1969: Tony Award Win
On April 20, 1969, Al Pacino won the Tony Award for his performance in Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?
1969: Tony Award for Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?
In 1969, Al Pacino won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for Does a Tiger Wear a Necktie?
1972: The Godfather
In 1972, Al Pacino starred in The Godfather, receiving an Oscar nomination.
1972: The Godfather Release
In 1972, The Godfather was released, starring Al Pacino as Michael Corleone, earning him an Academy Award nomination.
1973: Scarecrow and Serpico Release
In 1973, Al Pacino co-starred in Scarecrow, which won the Palme d'Or, and starred in Serpico, earning an Academy Award nomination.
1973: Serpico
In 1973, Al Pacino starred in Serpico, earning an Academy Award nomination.
1974: The Godfather Part II Release
In 1974, Al Pacino reprised his role as Michael Corleone in The Godfather Part II, receiving his third Oscar nomination.
1974: The Godfather Part II
In 1974, Al Pacino reprised his role in The Godfather Part II, receiving another Oscar nomination.
1975: Dog Day Afternoon
In 1975, Al Pacino starred in Dog Day Afternoon, earning another Best Actor nomination.
1975: Dog Day Afternoon Release
In 1975, Dog Day Afternoon was released, with Al Pacino starring and receiving a Best Actor nomination.
1977: Achieved Sobriety
In 1977, Al Pacino achieved sobriety after struggling with drug and alcohol abuse early in his career, marking a turning point in his personal life.
1977: Bobby Deerfield Release
In 1977, Al Pacino starred in Bobby Deerfield, receiving a Golden Globe nomination.
1977: Tony Award for The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel
In 1977, Al Pacino won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for The Basic Training of Pavlo Hummel.
1979: ...And Justice for All
In 1979, Al Pacino starred in ...And Justice for All, receiving a Best Actor Oscar nomination.
1990: Dick Tracy and The Godfather Part III
In 1990, Al Pacino received an Academy Award nomination for Dick Tracy and reprised his role in The Godfather Part III.
1990: Dick Tracy and The Godfather Part III
In 1990, Al Pacino starred in Dick Tracy, receiving an Academy Award nomination, and The Godfather Part III, reprising his role as Michael Corleone.
1992: Academy Award for Scent of a Woman
In 1992, Al Pacino received the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in Scent of a Woman.
1992: Academy Award for Scent of a Woman
In 1992, Al Pacino won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in Scent of a Woman, and was also nominated for Glengarry Glen Ross.
2001: Received Cecil B. DeMille Award
In 2001, Al Pacino received the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement in motion pictures at the Golden Globes, recognizing his significant contributions to the film industry.
2001: Cecil B. DeMille Award
In 2001, Al Pacino was honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award.
2003: Angels in America
In 2003, Al Pacino acted in Angels in America for HBO, winning a Primetime Emmy Award.
2003: Greatest Film Star of All Time
In 2003, British television viewers voted Al Pacino as the greatest film star of all time in a Channel 4 poll.
2004: Won Golden Globe for Angels in America
In 2004, Al Pacino won his third Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor for his role in the HBO miniseries Angels in America, further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and acclaimed actor.
October 20, 2006: Received AFI Life Achievement Award
On October 20, 2006, Al Pacino was named the recipient of the 35th AFI Life Achievement Award, recognizing his significant contributions to the film industry.
November 22, 2006: Awarded Honorary Patronage by Trinity College Dublin
On November 22, 2006, Al Pacino was awarded the Honorary Patronage of the University Philosophical Society of Trinity College Dublin, adding to his list of honors and accolades.
2007: AFI Life Achievement Award
In 2007, Al Pacino was honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award.
2007: AFI Lifetime Achievement Award
In 2007, the American Film Institute awarded Al Pacino with a lifetime achievement award.
April 2010: You Don't Know Jack premiered
In April 2010, Al Pacino starred as Jack Kevorkian in the HBO Films biopic You Don't Know Jack, earning him his second Emmy Award and fourth Golden Globe Award.
2010: You Don't Know Jack
In 2010, Al Pacino starred in You Don't Know Jack, winning a Primetime Emmy Award.
September 4, 2011: Presented with Jaeger-LeCoultre Glory to the Filmmaker Award
On September 4, 2011, Al Pacino was presented with the Jaeger-LeCoultre Glory to the Filmmaker Award prior to the premiere of Wilde Salomé, recognizing his contributions as a filmmaker.
2011: National Medal of Arts
In 2011, Al Pacino received the National Medal of Arts.
February 2012: Awarded the National Medal of Arts
In February 2012, President Barack Obama awarded Al Pacino the National Medal of Arts, honoring his significant contributions to the arts.
2016: Received Kennedy Center Honor
In 2016, Al Pacino received the Kennedy Center Honor, with tributes from former costars like Sean Penn and Kevin Spacey, celebrating his significant contributions to the performing arts.
2016: Kennedy Center Honors
In 2016, Al Pacino was honored with the Kennedy Center Honors.