History of Barbra Streisand in Timeline
Barbra Streisand is a highly accomplished American entertainer whose career has spanned over six decades. She excels as a singer, actress, songwriter, producer, and director. Notably, she's the first artist to achieve the coveted EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) award status, signifying her widespread success and recognition across various entertainment mediums.
1908: Birth of Streisand's Parents
In 1908, both Diana Ida Rosen and Emanuel Streisand, Barbra Streisand's parents, were born.
1937: Origination of Pins and Needles
In 1937, Pins and Needles, the classic popular front musical, was originated by the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union.
April 24, 1942: Barbra Streisand's Birth
On April 24, 1942, Barbara Joan "Barbra" Streisand was born in Brooklyn, New York City.
August 1943: Death of Streisand's Father
In August 1943, a few months after her first birthday, Barbra Streisand's father died at the age of 34 due to complications from an epileptic seizure. This event led to financial struggles for the family.
1943: Death of Streisand's Father
In 1943, Emanuel Streisand, Barbra Streisand's father, died at the age of 34.
1950: Mother's Remarriage
In 1950, Barbra Streisand's mother remarried to Louis Kind, leading to Streisand having a younger half-sister, Roslyn Kind.
1954: A Sleepin' Bee
In 1954 the musical "House of Flowers" premiered, including the song "A Sleepin' Bee", which Barbra Streisand drew inspiration from.
1956: Attending Erasmus Hall High School
In 1956, Barbra Streisand attended Erasmus Hall High School in Brooklyn, where she became an honor student and sang in the Freshman Chorus and Choral Club with Neil Diamond. She also had a crush on Bobby Fischer.
1957: First Stage Experience
During the summer of 1957, Barbra Streisand landed her first stage experience as a walk-on at the Playhouse in Malden Bridge, New York, followed by roles in "Picnic" and "Desk Set".
January 1959: Graduation and Pursuit of Stage Roles
In January 1959, at age 16, Barbra Streisand graduated from Erasmus Hall High School and set out to pursue roles on the New York City stage, against her mother's wishes.
September 1960: First Professional Engagement
In September 1960, Barbra Streisand had her first professional engagement at the Bon Soir nightclub, earning $125 a week as the opening act for comedian Phyllis Diller.
1960: Ushering at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater
In early 1960, Barbra Streisand worked as an usher at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater for "The Sound of Music." During the play's run, she auditioned for the casting director, marking her first singing audition for a job.
April 1961: First Television Appearance on 'The Tonight Show'
In April 1961, Barbra Streisand made her first television appearance on "The Tonight Show" during an episode hosted by Orson Bean, where she sang Harold Arlen's "A Sleepin' Bee".
1961: Participation in Women Strike for Peace
In 1961, Barbra Streisand participated in activities with the anti-nuclear group Women Strike for Peace.
1961: Semi-Regular on PM East/PM West
Later in 1961, Barbra Streisand became a semi-regular on PM East/PM West, a talk/variety series hosted by Mike Wallace and Joyce Davidson.
March 22, 1962: Opening of 'I Can Get It for You Wholesale'
On March 22, 1962, Barbra Streisand's show "I Can Get It for You Wholesale" opened at the Shubert Theater, receiving rave reviews. She fell in love with Elliott Gould during rehearsals. She received a Tony Award nomination and New York Drama Critic's prize for Best Supporting Actress.
May 1962: Appearance on The Garry Moore Show
In May 1962, Barbra Streisand appeared on "The Garry Moore Show", where she sang "Happy Days Are Here Again" for the first time. This sad, slow version became her signature song during this early phase of her career.
December 1962: First Appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show
In December 1962, Barbra Streisand made her first appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show". Liberace, who was also performing, became an instant fan and invited her to perform as his opening act in Las Vegas.
1962: Multiple Appearances on The Tonight Show
In 1962, Barbra Streisand appeared on "The Tonight Show" multiple times, becoming a favorite of Johnny Carson and his television audience.
1962: Participation in Women Strike for Peace
In 1962, Barbra Streisand participated in activities with the anti-nuclear group Women Strike for Peace.
1962: Cast Recording of I Can Get It for You Wholesale and Pins and Needles
In early 1962, Barbra Streisand participated in the cast recording of "I Can Get It for You Wholesale" and a 25th-anniversary studio recording of "Pins and Needles".
1963: Multiple Appearances on The Tonight Show
In 1963, Barbra Streisand appeared on "The Tonight Show" multiple times, becoming a favorite of Johnny Carson and his television audience.
1963: Release of "The Barbra Streisand Album"
In 1963, Barbra Streisand released her debut album "The Barbra Streisand Album" with Columbia Records, which won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.
1964: Broadway Performance in Funny Girl
In 1964, Barbra Streisand returned to Broadway with an acclaimed performance as Fanny Brice in "Funny Girl" at the Winter Garden Theatre. She was nominated for a Tony Award.
1964: Release of 'People'
In 1964, Barbra Streisand topped the US Billboard 200 chart with her album 'People'.
1964: Presented Distinguished Merit Award by Mademoiselle
In 1964, Barbra Streisand was presented with the Distinguished Merit Award by Mademoiselle.
1965: First solo television special
In 1965, Barbra Streisand debuted her first solo television special as part of a series of four, marking an expansion of her career into television.
1965: Selected as Miss Ziegfeld
In 1965, Barbra Streisand was selected as Miss Ziegfeld.
1966: Funny Girl in London's West End
In 1966, Barbra Streisand reprised her role in 'Funny Girl' at the Prince of Wales Theatre in London's West End, achieving similar success to its original run.
1967: Biography mentions name change
In 1967, a biography and concert program noted that Barbra Streisand's unique first name spelling was a form of "partial rebellion" after being advised to change her last name.
July 1968: Fundraising concert at the Hollywood Bowl
In July 1968, Barbra Streisand, along with Harry Belafonte and others, performed at the Hollywood Bowl in a fundraising concert to benefit the poor, sponsored by the Southern Christian Leadership Conference.
1968: Received Israel Freedom Medal
In 1968, Barbra Streisand received the Israel Freedom Medal, the highest civilian award of Israel.
1968: Starring in 'Funny Girl' and Academy Award Win
In 1968, Barbra Streisand starred in the critically acclaimed film "Funny Girl", winning the Academy Award for Best Actress at the 41st Academy Awards.
1968: Won Academy Award for Best Actress in Funny Girl
In 1968, Barbra Streisand won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in "Funny Girl", marking a significant milestone in her acting career.
1968: Emmy Award for My Name is Barbra
In 1968, Barbra Streisand's television special, 'My Name is Barbra', won an Emmy Award, recognizing her achievements in television.
1969: Las Vegas Nightclub Performances
From 1969 to 1972, Barbra Streisand had performances in a Las Vegas nightclub.
1969: Attempting Contemporary Material
In 1969, Barbra Streisand began to experiment with more contemporary musical material in her albums, moving away from her earlier medley-filled keepsakes.
1969: Starring in 'Hello, Dolly!'
In 1969, Barbra Streisand starred in the musical film "Hello, Dolly!", gaining additional fame on the big screen.
1969: Received awards from ASCAP and Prix De L'Academie Charles Cros
In 1969, Barbra Streisand was awarded the Pied Piper Award by ASCAP and the Prix De L'Academie Charles Cros.
1970: Special Tony Award "Star of the Decade"
In 1970, Barbra Streisand received a Special Tony Award, recognizing her as the "Star of the Decade" for her significant contributions to Broadway and the performing arts.
1970: Honorary "Star of the Decade" Tony Award
In 1970, Barbra Streisand received an honorary "Star of the Decade" Tony Award.
1970: Received a Special Tony Award
In 1970, Barbra Streisand was awarded a Special Tony Award in recognition of her significant contributions to Broadway and the theatre community.
1971: Success with Stoney End
In 1971, Barbra Streisand achieved renewed success with the album 'Stoney End', produced by Richard Perry. The title track, 'Stoney End' written by Laura Nyro, became a major hit.
1971: Listed on Nixon's list of political enemies
In 1971, Barbra Streisand was included among the celebrities on President Richard Nixon's list of political enemies, due to her support of Democratic causes.
1972: Las Vegas Nightclub Performances
From 1969 to 1972, Barbra Streisand had performances in a Las Vegas nightclub.
1972: Headlined benefit concert 'Four for McGovern'
In 1972, Barbra Streisand headlined the benefit concert "Four for McGovern" organized by Warren Beatty and Lou Adler in support of anti-war candidate George McGovern's presidential campaign; her performance was later released as the "Live Concert at the Forum" album.
1972: Starring in 'What's Up, Doc?'
In 1972, Barbra Streisand starred in the screwball comedy "What's Up, Doc?", which added to her fame.
1973: Starring in "The Way We Were"
In 1973, Barbra Streisand starred in the romantic drama "The Way We Were".
1974: Release of "The Way We Were"
In 1974, Barbra Streisand topped the US Billboard 200 chart with her album "The Way We Were".
1976: Won Academy Award for Best Original Song for Evergreen
In 1976, Barbra Streisand received the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Evergreen", becoming the first woman to receive the award. The song was part of the soundtrack of the movie "A Star Is Born".
1976: Induction into Hollywood Walk of Fame
In 1976, Barbra Streisand was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame, solidifying her status as a major figure in the entertainment industry.
1976: Academy Award for Best Original Song
In 1976, Barbra Streisand won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for writing the love theme from "A Star Is Born", becoming the first woman to be honored as a composer.
1978: Received Crystal Apple and Woman of Achievement in the Arts
In 1978, Barbra Streisand was awarded the Crystal Apple by her hometown City of New York, and Woman of Achievement in the Arts by the Anti-Defamation League.
1979: "No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)" Release
In 1979, Barbra Streisand released "No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)" a duet with Donna Summer. By 2010, it remained the most commercially successful duet.
1980: Release of Guilty
In 1980, Barbra Streisand released 'Guilty', produced by Barry Gibb. It became her best-selling album to date and featured the hits "Woman in Love", "Guilty", and "What Kind of Fool".
1981: Last top 10 Hit until 1996
In 1981, it was Barbra Streisand's last time in almost a decade to have a top 10 hit on the Hot 100 until 1996.
1983: Release of 'Yentl'
In 1983, with the release of "Yentl", Streisand became the first woman to write, produce, direct, and star in a major studio film. The film won an Oscar for Best Original Score and a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture Musical. Streisand also received the Golden Globe Award for Best Director.
1984: Donated Emanuel Streisand Building for Jewish Studies
In 1984, Barbra Streisand donated the Emanuel Streisand Building for Jewish Studies to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in memory of her father, an educator and scholar.
1984: Established Hollywood Women's Political Committee
In 1984, Barbra Streisand joined Jane Fonda and others to found the Hollywood Women's Political Committee (HWPC), an activist group supporting liberal causes.
1984: Awarded the Women in Film Crystal Award
In 1984, Barbra Streisand was awarded the Women in Film Crystal Award for outstanding women who have expanded the role of women within the entertainment industry through their endurance and excellence.
1985: Release of The Broadway Album
In 1985, Barbra Streisand released 'The Broadway Album', marking a return to her musical-theater roots. The album held the No. 1 Billboard position for three weeks and was certified quadruple platinum.
1986: Established The Streisand Foundation
In 1986, Barbra Streisand established The Streisand Foundation, which has contributed over $16 million through nearly 1,000 grants to organizations focused on environment, voter education, civil liberties, women's issues, and nuclear disarmament.
1986: Release of One Voice Live Album
In 1986, Barbra Streisand released the live album 'One Voice', continuing her musical endeavors after the success of 'The Broadway Album'.
1986: Named one of "Five Hollywood's Most Powerful Women" by Life
In 1986, Barbra Streisand was recognized by Life magazine as one of "Five Hollywood's Most Powerful Women", highlighting her influence and impact in the film industry.
1986: HWPC contributes to Democratic Party taking majority control in U.S. Senate elections
In 1986, the Hollywood Women's Political Committee, which Barbra Streisand helped found, contributed to the Democratic Party taking majority control in the U.S. Senate elections.
1988: Scrapped Broadway Album
In 1988, Barbra Streisand scrapped another album of Broadway songs after being unhappy with the direction of the project, despite recording several cuts for it.
1991: Received Breakthrough Awards
In 1991, Barbra Streisand received Breakthrough Awards for "making films that portray women with serious complexity" at the Women, Men and Media symposium.
1991: Release of Just for the Record
In 1991, Barbra Streisand released a four-disc box set titled 'Just for the Record', a compilation spanning her entire career and featuring live performances, greatest hits, rarities, and unreleased material.
1991: Production and Direction of 'The Prince of Tides'
In 1991, Streisand produced and directed the film "The Prince of Tides".
1992: Received Commitment to Life Award and Bill of Rights Award
In 1992, Barbra Streisand was given the Commitment to Life Award by AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA), the Bill of Rights Award by the American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California, and the Dorothy Arzner Special Recognition by Women in Film, and the Golden Plate by the Academy of Achievement.
1992: Fundraising for Bill Clinton
In 1992, Barbra Streisand's concert fundraising events helped propel Bill Clinton into the spotlight and into office, showcasing her involvement in political events.
1992: HWPC funding of Bill Clinton's presidential election
In 1992, the Hollywood Women's Political Committee helped fund Bill Clinton's presidential election.
June 1993: Release of Back to Broadway
In June 1993, Barbra Streisand released 'Back to Broadway', which debuted at No. 1 on the pop charts, though it received mixed reviews compared to its predecessor.
September 1993: First Public Concerts in 27 Years
In September 1993, Barbra Streisand announced her first public concert appearances in 27 years, excluding her Las Vegas nightclub performances from 1969 to 1972, marking a significant return to live performances.
1994: Received Harry Chapin Humanitarian Award
In 1994, Barbra Streisand was honored with the Harry Chapin Humanitarian Award from ASCAP.
1994: Multi-City Tour
In the summer of 1994, Barbra Streisand embarked on a multi-city tour, following her New Year's event at the MGM Grand Las Vegas, with tickets selling out in under an hour.
1995: Received Peabody Award and Honorary Doctorate
In 1995, Barbra Streisand received the Peabody Award, and was accorded an Honorary Doctorate in Arts and Humanities by Brandeis University.
1995: Spoke at Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government
In 1995, Barbra Streisand spoke at Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government about the role of the artist as citizen, advocating for arts programs and funding.
1996: Release of "I Finally Found Someone"
In 1996, Barbra Streisand released "I Finally Found Someone" as a duet with Bryan Adams. It reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was her first significant hit in almost a decade.
1996: Awarded Filmmaker of the Year Award and Peabody Award
In 1996, Barbra Streisand was awarded the Filmmaker of the Year Award for "lifetime achievement in filmmaking" by ShowEast and the Peabody Award.
1996: Production and Direction of 'The Mirror Has Two Faces'
In 1996, Streisand produced and directed the film "The Mirror Has Two Faces".
1997: Biggest weekly sales since 1997
Barbra Streisand's album 'Love is the Answer' from 2009 registered her biggest weekly sales since 1997.
1997: Release of Higher Ground
In 1997, Barbra Streisand released 'Higher Ground', a collection of songs of an inspirational nature that featured a duet with Céline Dion. The album debuted at No. 1 on the pop charts.
1997: Acknowledged for fashion sense
In 1997, New York magazine acknowledged Barbra Streisand's fashion sense saying "she embarked on a surreal, chameleonic, personal fashion quest" that single-handedly began the retro revolution in the 1960s.
1998: Marriage to James Brolin
In 1998, Barbra Streisand married James Brolin, marking a new chapter in her personal life.
1998: Received Christopher Award
In 1998, Barbra Streisand received the Christopher Award.
1998: "Most Popular Singer Among Adult Americans of All Ages."
In 1998, the Harris Poll identified Barbra Streisand as the "Most Popular Singer Among Adult Americans of All Ages", showcasing her widespread appeal and enduring popularity.
1999: New Year's Eve Concert and Recognition as Top Female Singer
In 1999, Barbra Streisand returned to the concert stage on New Year's Eve, selling out the show in a few hours. By the end of the millennium, she was recognized as the number one female singer in the U.S.
1999: "Top Female Artist of the Century" by Recording Industry Association of America
In 1999, Barbra Streisand was named "Top Female Artist of the Century" by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), cementing her legacy as one of the most successful and influential female artists of the 20th century.
December 31, 1999: MGM Grand Garden Arena Show
On December 31, 1999, Barbra Streisand's show at MGM Grand Garden Arena set the house record and was the highest-grossing concert of all time.
September 2000: Madison Square Garden Shows
In September 2000, Barbra Streisand had two shows at Madison Square Garden.
September 2000: Announcement of Retirement from Public Concerts
In September 2000, ahead of four concerts in Los Angeles and New York, Barbra Streisand announced her retirement from playing public concerts.
2000: Received National Medal of Arts
In 2000, President Bill Clinton presented Barbra Streisand with the National Medal of Arts, the highest honor specifically given for achievement in the arts.
2001: Received awards from various organizations
In 2001, Barbra Streisand received the Library of Congress Living Legend, AFI Life Achievement Award, Liberty and Justice Award from Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, and the Gracie Allen Award, and First Annual Jewish Image Awards.
2001: Release of Christmas Memories
In 2001, Barbra Streisand released 'Christmas Memories', a collection of holiday songs.
2002: Death of Streisand's Mother
In 2002, Diana Ida Rosen Streisand, Barbra Streisand's mother, passed away.
2003: Streisand Effect Emerges from Privacy Lawsuit
In 2003, Barbra Streisand filed a lawsuit attempting to remove a photograph of her Malibu home from a website showcasing coastal erosion. The suit was dismissed, but the ensuing publicity led to widespread dissemination of the image, coining the term 'Streisand effect' to describe the phenomenon of censorship attempts inadvertently amplifying the information they seek to suppress.
2003: Release of The Movie Album
In 2003, Barbra Streisand released 'The Movie Album', featuring famous film themes.
2004: Received Humanitarian Award from Human Rights Campaign
In 2004, Barbra Streisand received a Humanitarian Award from the Human Rights Campaign for her work in civil liberties, including LGBTQ+ rights.
2005: Release of Guilty Pleasures
In 2005, Barbra Streisand released 'Guilty Pleasures' (called 'Guilty Too' in the UK), in collaboration with Barry Gibb, as a sequel to their album 'Guilty'.
February 2006: Recording "Smile" with Tony Bennett
In February 2006, Barbra Streisand recorded the song "Smile" with Tony Bennett at her Malibu home, marking a collaboration between the two artists.
June 2006: Start of Forbes Earning Period
June 2006 marks the start of the period for which Forbes listed Barbra Streisand as the No. 2-earning female musician until June 2007.
September 2006: Filming Live Performance of "Smile"
In September 2006, Barbra Streisand and Tony Bennett filmed a live performance of their song "Smile" for the special 'Tony Bennett: An American Classic', directed by Rob Marshall.
October 9, 2006: Madison Square Garden Performance
On October 9, 2006, Barbra Streisand's show at Madison Square Garden set the third-place record, with her shows in September 2000 holding the first- and second-place records.
November 20, 2006: Conclusion of 2006 Concert Tour
On November 20, 2006, Barbra Streisand concluded her 2006 concert tour at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, which had begun on October 4. The tour set box office records and featured Il Divo as special guests.
November 21, 2006: Airing of Tony Bennett Special
On November 21, 2006, the 'Tony Bennett: An American Classic' special, featuring Barbra Streisand's duet with Tony Bennett, aired on NBC and was released on DVD.
2006: North American Tour in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Barbra Streisand's 2006 North American tour in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
2006: Donated to the William J. Clinton Foundation
In 2006, Barbra Streisand donated $1 million to the William J. Clinton Foundation in support of former President Bill Clinton's climate change initiative.
2006: Honoree at Oprah Winfrey's white-tie Legends Ball
In 2006, Barbra Streisand was honored at Oprah Winfrey's white-tie Legends Ball, an event celebrating the achievements and contributions of legendary figures in various fields.
2006: Release of Live in Concert 2006
In 2006, a collection of performances culled from different stops on Barbra Streisand's tour, 'Live in Concert 2006', debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard 200.
June 2007: End of Forbes Earning Period
June 2007 marks the end of the period for which Forbes listed Barbra Streisand as the No. 2-earning female musician since June 2006.
2007: Honored with Legion of Honour and Kennedy Center Honors
In 2007, Barbra Streisand was presented with the Legion of Honour by French President Nicolas Sarkozy and received Kennedy Center Honors from President George W. Bush.
2007: Ranked among most generous celebrities
In 2007, Parade magazine included Barbra Streisand on its Giving Back Fund's survey as the third most generous celebrity, claiming Streisand donated $11 million through The Streisand Foundation.
2007: European Concerts
In the summer of 2007, Barbra Streisand performed concerts for the first time in continental Europe. The tour included Zürich, Vienna, Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, Manchester, Celbridge, and London.
February 2008: Forbes Listing as No. 2 Earning Female Musician
In February 2008, Forbes listed Barbra Streisand as the No. 2-earning female musician between June 2006 and June 2007, with earnings of about $60 million.
November 17, 2008: Recording New Album with Diana Krall
On November 17, 2008, Barbra Streisand returned to the studio to begin recording her 63rd album, with Diana Krall producing it.
December 7, 2008: Kennedy Center Honors Visit
On December 7, 2008, Barbra Streisand visited the White House as part of the Kennedy Center Honors ceremonies, recognizing her contributions to the arts.
2008: Supported "No on 8" campaign
In 2008, Barbra Streisand supported the "No on 8" campaign in an unsuccessful attempt to defeat California Proposition 8, demonstrating her support for LGBT rights.
September 26, 2009: Village Vanguard Performance
On September 26, 2009, Barbra Streisand performed a one-night-only show at the Village Vanguard in New York City's Greenwich Village.
September 29, 2009: Release of Love is the Answer
On September 29, 2009, Barbra Streisand and Columbia Records released the studio album 'Love is the Answer', produced by Diana Krall.
October 2, 2009: British Television Debut
On October 2, 2009, Barbra Streisand made her British television performance debut with an interview on 'Friday Night with Jonathan Ross' to promote the album 'Love is the Answer'.
October 2009: Auctioned items for her foundation
In October 2009, Barbra Streisand auctioned 526 items from her art and furniture collection at Julien's Auctions, with all proceeds benefiting her foundation; items included a costume from Funny Lady and a vintage dental cabinet.
2009: Endowed women's cardiovascular research program
In 2009, Barbra Streisand gifted $5 million to endow the Barbra Streisand Women's Cardiovascular Research and Education Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center's Women's Heart Center.
2010: "No More Tears" still most successful duet
As of 2010, Barbra Streisand's duet with Donna Summer, "No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)" released in 1979, was still reported as the most commercially successful duet.
December 2011: Appeared at a fundraising gala for Israel Defense Forces charities
In December 2011, Barbra Streisand appeared at a fundraising gala for Israel Defense Forces charities.
2011: Received Board of Governors Humanitarian Award and L'Oréal Paris Legend Award
In 2011, Barbra Streisand received the Board of Governors Humanitarian Award for her efforts on behalf of women's heart health by Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute and the L'Oréal Paris Legend Award in 18th Elle Magazine Women in Hollywood.
2011: Honored as MusiCares Person of the Year
In 2011, Barbra Streisand was honored as MusiCares Person of the Year by the Grammy Foundation, acknowledging her artistic achievements and philanthropic efforts in the music industry.
2012: Statements on voter ID laws
In 2012, Barbra Streisand criticized new laws requiring photo IDs at the poll, claiming they deprive elderly and minority citizens of their right to vote.
2012: Raised money for women's cardiovascular center
In 2012, Barbra Streisand raised $22 million to support her women's cardiovascular center, bringing her personal contribution to $10 million, and the program was officially named the Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center.
2012: Received Lifetime Achievement Award from the Women Film Critics Circle
In 2012, Barbra Streisand received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Women Film Critics Circle.
2013: Received Honorary Doctorate and Charlie Chaplin Award
In 2013, Barbra Streisand was accorded an Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and received the Charlie Chaplin Award for Lifetime Achievement by the Film Society of Lincoln Center.
2014: Featured on New York Magazine cover and received awards
In 2014, Barbra Streisand was featured on one of eight different New York Magazine covers celebrating the magazine's "100 Years, 100 Songs, 100 Nights: A Century of Pop Music in New York" and received the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) Board of Governors Award and the Sherry Lansing Leadership Award at The Hollywood Reporter's annual Women in Entertainment Breakfast.
November 2015: Announced as recipient of Presidential Medal of Freedom
In November 2015, President Barack Obama announced that Barbra Streisand would receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award of the United States.
2016: Interview with Rosie O'Donnell
In a 2016 interview with Rosie O'Donnell, Barbra Streisand recalled recording songs on tape with her mother at age 13, calling it her "first moment of inspiration" as an artist.
January 2017: Participated in 2017 Women's March in Los Angeles
In January 2017, Barbra Streisand participated in the 2017 Women's March in Los Angeles, where she appeared on stage and delivered a speech after being introduced by Rufus Wainwright.
October 2018: Discussed President Trump's threat to the United States
In October 2018, Barbra Streisand discussed her belief that President Donald Trump posed a danger to the United States, urging voters to support Democrats.
June 2020: Gifted Disney shares to George Floyd's daughter
In June 2020, Barbra Streisand gifted George Floyd's daughter, Gianna Floyd, Disney shares.
2020: Advocacy for voter rights
In 2020, Barbra Streisand continued her voter rights advocacy by tweeting a link to VoteRiders, a nonprofit that assists citizens with obtaining voter ID.
September 22, 2022: Became ambassador for UNITED24
On September 22, 2022, Barbra Streisand was invited by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to become an ambassador for the UNITED24 platform, focusing on Medical Aid, and she helped raise $240,000 for medical care.
November 7, 2023: Streisand Expresses Desire for More Fun in Life
On November 7, 2023, following the release of her autobiography "My Name Is Barbra", Barbra Streisand concluded a BBC interview by expressing her desire to have more fun in life, marking a personal reflection on her career and future.
November 2023: Praised President Joe Biden
In November 2023, Barbra Streisand praised President Joe Biden, saying "I like Biden. I think he has done a good job. I think he is compassionate, smart, supports the right things."
2023: Billboard 200 Record
In 2023, Barbra Streisand held the record for a woman topping the US Billboard 200 chart with 11 albums.
2023: Ranked on Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers list
In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked Barbra Streisand at number 147 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.
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