Al Pacino's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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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, celebrated for his intense performances across a career spanning over five decades. He has achieved the Triple Crown of Acting, securing an Academy Award, two Tony Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards. He also holds four Golden Globe Awards and a BAFTA. Recognized as one of the greatest actors, his films have grossed over $3 billion worldwide. He's received numerous honors, including the Cecil B. DeMille Award, the AFI Life Achievement Award, the National Medal of Arts, and the Kennedy Center Honors.

1977: Pacino achieves sobriety

In 1977, Al Pacino achieved sobriety after struggling with alcohol and pills early in his career.

2001: Received the Cecil B. DeMille Award

In 2001, Al Pacino received the Cecil B. DeMille Award for lifetime achievement in motion pictures.

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 performance in the HBO miniseries Angels in America.

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October 20, 2006: Received AFI Life Achievement Award

On October 20, 2006, the American Film Institute named Al Pacino the recipient of the 35th AFI Life Achievement Award.

November 22, 2006: Awarded Honorary Patronage by Trinity College Dublin

On November 22, 2006, the University Philosophical Society of Trinity College Dublin awarded Al Pacino the Honorary Patronage of the Society.

2007: American Film Institute Lifetime Achievement Award

In 2007, the American Film Institute awarded Al Pacino with a lifetime achievement 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.

February 2012: Awarded the National Medal of Arts

In February 2012, President Barack Obama awarded Al Pacino the National Medal of Arts.

2016: Received Kennedy Center Honor

In 2016, Al Pacino received the Kennedy Center Honor. The tribute included remarks by Sean Penn, Kevin Spacey, Bobby Cannavale and Chris O'Donnell.

March 10, 2024: Presented Academy Award for Best Picture

On March 10, 2024, Al Pacino presented the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 96th Academy Awards.