Barbra Streisand's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Barbra Streisand. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Barbra Streisand is a highly accomplished American entertainer with a career spanning over six decades. Renowned as a singer, actress, songwriter, producer, and director, she has garnered widespread recognition and numerous accolades, including Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards. Her versatility and enduring talent have solidified her status as an icon in the entertainment industry.
March 22, 1962: Opening of "I Can Get It for You Wholesale"
On March 22, 1962, the musical "I Can Get It for You Wholesale", starring Barbra Streisand, opened at the Shubert Theater and received rave reviews. Streisand's performance was highly praised, leading to a Tony Award nomination and the New York Drama Critic's prize for Best Supporting Actress.
1963: Release of "The Barbra Streisand Album"
In 1963, Barbra Streisand released her debut studio album, "The Barbra Streisand Album", which later won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.
1964: Starred in Funny Girl on Broadway
In 1964, Barbra Streisand starred as Fanny Brice in "Funny Girl" at the Winter Garden Theatre on Broadway, introducing her signature songs "People" and "Don't Rain on My Parade." The musical's success led to her appearance on the cover of Time. Streisand was also nominated for a Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical but lost to Carol Channing.
1964: Distinguished Merit Award by Mademoiselle
In 1964, Barbra Streisand was presented the Distinguished Merit Award by Mademoiselle, recognizing her achievements early in her career.
1965: Selected as Miss Ziegfeld
In 1965, Barbra Streisand was selected as Miss Ziegfeld, an honor that contributed to her rising profile.
1966: Repeated Funny Girl success in London
In 1966, Barbra Streisand repeated her success with "Funny Girl" in London's West End at the Prince of Wales Theatre.
1968: Appeared in Emmy Award-Winning TV Special
From 1965 to 1968, Barbra Streisand appeared in four solo television specials, including the Emmy Award–winning "My Name is Barbra" in 1968.
1968: Received Israel Freedom Medal
In 1968, Barbra Streisand received the Israel Freedom Medal, the highest civilian award of Israel, demonstrating her early recognition and influence.
1968: Starring in "Funny Girl"
In 1968, Barbra Streisand starred in the critically acclaimed film "Funny Girl", for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress.
1968: 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 major milestone in her acting career.
1969: Pied Piper Award 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, adding to her accolades in the music industry.
1970: Special Tony Award
In 1970, Barbra Streisand received a Special Tony Award recognizing her significant contributions to Broadway and the theatre.
1970: Special Tony Award "Star of the Decade"
In 1970, Barbra Streisand received a Special Tony Award, titled "Star of the Decade," acknowledging her significant contributions to Broadway and theater.
1970: Received Honorary Tony Award
In 1970, Barbra Streisand received an honorary "Star of the Decade" Tony Award.
1971: Found Success with Stoney End Album
In 1971, Barbra Streisand gained newfound success with the pop and ballad-oriented Richard Perry-produced album "Stoney End." The title track, written by Laura Nyro, was a major hit for Streisand.
1976: Induction into Hollywood Walk of Fame
In 1976, Barbra Streisand was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking a significant recognition of her contributions to the entertainment industry.
1976: Academy Award for Best Original Song for Evergreen
In 1976, Barbra Streisand won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Evergreen", making her the first woman to receive this honor. This further solidified her legacy as a multi-talented artist.
1976: Winning Oscar for "A Star Is Born"
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: Woman of Achievement in the Arts
In 1978, Barbra Streisand was awarded the title Woman of Achievement in the Arts by the Anti-Defamation League.
1979: Released "No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)"
In 1979, Barbra Streisand released "No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)" with Donna Summer, which as of 2010 is reportedly still the most commercially successful duet.
1980: Released Best-Selling Album Guilty
In 1980, Barbra Streisand released her best-selling effort to date, the Barry Gibb-produced "Guilty." The album contained the hits "Woman in Love," "Guilty," and "What Kind of Fool."
1983: Release of "Yentl"
In 1983, Barbra Streisand released "Yentl", becoming the first woman to write, produce, direct, and star in a major studio film.
1984: Women in Film Crystal Award
In 1984, Barbra Streisand was awarded the Women in Film Crystal Award for her endurance and excellence in expanding the role of women within the entertainment industry.
1985: Released The Broadway Album
In 1985, Barbra Streisand released "The Broadway Album", asserting creative control and returning to her musical-theater roots, which was unexpectedly successful and critically acclaimed. It held the No. 1 Billboard position for three straight weeks and was certified quadruple platinum. The album featured tunes by Rodgers and Hammerstein, George Gershwin, Jerome Kern, and Stephen Sondheim.
1986: Named one of Hollywood's Most Powerful Women by Life
In 1986, Life magazine recognized Barbra Streisand as one of "Five Hollywood's Most Powerful Women," highlighting her influence in the entertainment industry.
1991: Breakthrough Awards for Film Portrayals of Women
In 1991, Barbra Streisand received Breakthrough Awards for making films that portray women with serious complexity at the Women, Men and Media symposium.
1992: Commitment to Life Award and Other Honors
In 1992, Barbra Streisand received 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, the Dorothy Arzner Special Recognition by Women in Film, and the Golden Plate by the Academy of Achievement.
June 1993: Released Back to Broadway Album
In June 1993, Barbra Streisand released "Back to Broadway." The album debuted at No. 1 on the pop charts.
1994: Harry Chapin Humanitarian Award from ASCAP
In 1994, Barbra Streisand was honored with the Harry Chapin Humanitarian Award from the ASCAP, recognizing her contributions to humanitarian causes.
1994: Launched Multi-City Concert Tour
In the summer of 1994, Barbra Streisand launched a multi-city concert tour after a two-night New Year's event at the MGM Grand Las Vegas. Ticket prices ranged from US$50 to US$1,500, making Streisand the highest-paid concert performer in history at the time.
1995: 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.
1996: Released "I Finally Found Someone" and The Mirror Has Two Faces
In 1996, Barbra Streisand released "I Finally Found Someone" as a duet with Bryan Adams, part of the soundtrack of her movie "The Mirror Has Two Faces", which she also directed. The song reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was her first significant hit in almost a decade.
1996: Filmmaker of the Year Award and Peabody Award
In 1996, Barbra Streisand was awarded Filmmaker of the Year Award for lifetime achievement in filmmaking by ShowEast and another Peabody Award, recognizing her continued success in the film industry.
1997: Released Higher Ground Album
In 1997, Barbra Streisand released "Higher Ground", a collection of songs of a loosely inspirational nature that also featured a duet with Céline Dion. The album debuted at No. 1 on the pop charts.
1997: Registered biggest weekly sales since 1997
On September 29, 2009, Streisand and Columbia Records released the studio album Love is the Answer, produced by Diana Krall, which registered her biggest weekly sales since 1997.
1998: Christopher Award
In 1998, Barbra Streisand received the Christopher Award, adding to her list of accolades for her work in the arts.
1998: "Most Popular Singer Among Adult Americans of All Ages" according to Harris Poll
In 1998, a Harris Poll reported that Barbra Streisand was the "Most Popular Singer Among Adult Americans of All Ages," indicating her wide appeal.
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, solidifying her status as a major musical icon.
December 31, 1999: Performed at MGM Grand Garden Arena
On December 31, 1999, Barbra Streisand's show at MGM Grand Garden Arena became the house record and highest-grossing concert of all time.
2000: National Medal of Arts and Library of Congress Living Legend
In 2000, President Bill Clinton presented Barbra Streisand with the National Medal of Arts and recognized her as a Library of Congress Living Legend, the highest honors for achievement in the arts.
2001: AFI Life Achievement Award and Other Awards
In 2001, Barbra Streisand received the AFI Life Achievement Award from the American Film Institute for her career in film, along with the Liberty and Justice Award from the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition and the Gracie Allen Award, and First Annual Jewish Image Awards.
2002: Induction into Goldmine Hall of Fame
In 2002, Barbra Streisand was inducted into the Goldmine Hall of Fame, honoring her impact on the music industry.
2004: Humanitarian Award from Human Rights Campaign
In 2004, Barbra Streisand received the Humanitarian Award from the Human Rights Campaign for her leadership, vision, and activism in the fight for civil liberties, including religion, race, gender equality, freedom of speech, and gay rights.
June 2006: Start date for calculating earnings
From June 2006 and June 2007, Forbes listed Streisand as the No. 2-earning female musician with earnings of about $60 million.
November 20, 2006: Concluded 2006 Concert Tour
On November 20, 2006, Barbra Streisand's 2006 concert tour concluded at Staples Center in Los Angeles. The tour set box office records.
2006: Honoree at Oprah Winfrey's Legends Ball
In 2006, Barbra Streisand was honored at Oprah Winfrey's white-tie Legends Ball, celebrating her legendary status and contributions.
June 2007: End date for calculating earnings
From June 2006 and June 2007, Forbes listed Streisand as the No. 2-earning female musician with earnings of about $60 million.
2007: Induction into Long Island Music Hall of Fame
In 2007, Barbra Streisand was inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame, celebrating her musical roots and achievements.
2007: 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, the highest recognition of cultural achievement.
2007: Ranked as a Top Celebrity Donor
In 2007, Barbra Streisand was ranked as the third most generous celebrity in Parade magazine's Giving Back 30 survey, which estimated her donations at $11 million through The Streisand Foundation.
February 2008: Listed as No. 2-Earning Female Musician
In February 2008, Forbes listed Streisand as the No. 2-earning female musician between June 2006 and June 2007, with earnings of about $60 million.
December 7, 2008: Visited the White House as Part of Kennedy Center Honors
On December 7, 2008, Barbra Streisand visited the White House as part of the 2008 Kennedy Center Honors ceremonies.
September 29, 2009: Released Love is the Answer Album
On September 29, 2009, Barbra Streisand and Columbia Records released the studio album "Love is the Answer", produced by Diana Krall.
2009: Induction into Hit Parade Hall of Fame
In 2009, Barbra Streisand was inducted into the Hit Parade Hall of Fame, recognizing her success in popular music.
2010: Induction into National Museum of American Jewish History and California Hall of Fame
In 2010, Barbra Streisand was inducted into both the National Museum of American Jewish History and the California Hall of Fame, celebrating her cultural impact and heritage.
2011: Board of Governors Humanitarian Award
In 2011, Barbra Streisand was given the Board of Governors Humanitarian Award by Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute for her efforts on behalf of women's heart health and her other philanthropic activities and received the L'Oréal Paris Legend Award in 18th Elle Magazine Women in Hollywood.
2011: MusiCares Person of the Year
In 2011, Barbra Streisand was honored as MusiCares Person of the Year by the Grammy Foundation, celebrating her artistic achievements in the music industry.
2012: Lifetime Achievement Award from Women Film Critics Circle
In 2012, Barbra Streisand received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Women Film Critics Circle, acknowledging her significant contributions to film.
2013: 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, as the only female artist to direct, write, produce, and star in the same major studio film, Yentl, along with a Lifetime Achievement Glamour Awards.
November 2015: 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.
2015: Ranked as one of the 10 top female singer-songwriters
In 2015, The Daily Telegraph ranked Barbra Streisand as one of the 10 top female singer-songwriters of all time, highlighting her songwriting abilities.
December 2016: Funny Girl chosen for preservation in National Film Registry
In December 2016, the Library of Congress chose "Funny Girl" for preservation in the National Film Registry, recognizing its cultural and historical significance.
March 2017: "People" selected for preservation in National Recording Registry
In March 2017, Barbra Streisand's song "People" was selected for preservation in the National Recording Registry, with Streisand expressing humility at the song being honored as part of the nation's culture.
2022: Forbes Hailed Streisand as the "Queen of the Charts"
In 2022, Forbes hailed Barbra Streisand as the "Queen of the Charts" for her longevity on the Billboard charts.
2023: Ranked on Rolling Stone's "200 Greatest Singers of All Time" list
In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked Barbra Streisand at number 147 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time, recognizing her vocal talent and impact.
2025: Ranked on Billboard's "Top 100 Women Artists of the 21st Century" list
In 2025, Barbra Streisand was ranked at number 88 on Billboard's "Top 100 Women Artists of the 21st Century" list.
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