Bernadette Peters's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Bernadette Peters.

Bernadette Peters is a highly acclaimed American actress and singer with a career spanning over six decades. She is best known for her extensive work in musical theatre, particularly on Broadway, where she has earned critical acclaim and numerous awards, including two Tony Awards and three Drama Desk Awards. She has also appeared in television and film, released recordings, and performed solo concerts. Several Broadway cast albums featuring her have won Grammy Awards, highlighting her significant contributions to the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1971: Starred in On the Town revival

In 1971, Bernadette Peters starred as Hildy in a revival of "On the Town", receiving her first Tony Award nomination.

1974: Starred in Mack and Mabel

In 1974, Bernadette Peters played Mabel Normand in "Mack and Mabel", receiving another Tony nomination, and solidifying her status as a major Broadway star.

1976: Nomination for Golden Globe Award

In 1976, Bernadette Peters was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture for her role in the Mel Brooks film "Silent Movie". She also co-starred in her own television series, "All's Fair", with Richard Crenna.

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1977: Nomination for Primetime Emmy Award on The Muppet Show

In 1977, Bernadette Peters was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series on "The Muppet Show".

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1982: Return to New York stage in Sally and Marsha

In 1982, Bernadette Peters returned to the New York stage after an eight-year absence, in the Off-Broadway Manhattan Theatre Club production of the comedy-drama "Sally and Marsha", receiving a Drama Desk Award nomination.

1984: Starred in Sunday in the Park with George

In 1984, Bernadette Peters returned to Broadway as Dot/Marie in the Stephen Sondheim–James Lapine musical "Sunday in the Park with George", for which she received her third Tony Award nomination.

1987: Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year

In 1987, Bernadette Peters received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and was named the Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year.

1994: Sarah Siddons Award

In 1994, Bernadette Peters received the Sarah Siddons Award for outstanding performance in a Chicago theatrical production (The Goodbye Girl).

1996: American Theatre Hall of Fame Induction

In 1996, Bernadette Peters was inducted into the American Theatre Hall of Fame at the Gershwin Theatre in New York City, becoming the youngest person so honored.

1996: Grammy Nomination for I'll Be Your Baby Tonight

In 1996, Bernadette Peters was nominated for a Grammy Award for her album I'll Be Your Baby Tonight, which includes songs by John Lennon, Paul McCartney, and Billy Joel, as well as Broadway classics.

1999: The Actors' Fund Artistic Achievement Medal

In 1999, Bernadette Peters received The Actors' Fund Artistic Achievement Medal.

2001: Nomination for Primetime Emmy Award for Ally McBeal

In 2001, Bernadette Peters received a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in the Fox series "Ally McBeal".

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2002: Honorary Doctorate from Hofstra University and Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame

In 2002, Bernadette Peters received an honorary doctorate from Hofstra University and was inducted into the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame.

2002: Nominated for Daytime Emmy Award

In 2002, Bernadette Peters was nominated for a Daytime Emmy Award, Outstanding Performer in a Children's Special, for her work in the television film "Bobbie's Girl".

2003: Various appearances and Gypsy revival

In 2003, Bernadette Peters performed at the Kennedy Center Honors ceremony for Carol Burnett, appeared in the film "It Runs in the Family", acted in "Prince Charming", and starred as Rose in the Broadway revival of "Gypsy", earning another Tony nomination.

June 8, 2008: Broadway Barks Book Reaches Best Seller List

For the week of June 8, 2008, Bernadette Peters' children's book, Broadway Barks, reached #5 on The New York Times Children's Best Sellers: Picture Books list. The book includes a CD with a lullaby written and performed by Peters, titled "Kramer's Song."

Broadway Barks: With CD

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2009: National Dance Institute Artistic Honoree

In 2009, Bernadette Peters was the National Dance Institute 2009 Artistic Honoree.

2011: Sondheim Award

In 2011, Bernadette Peters was the recipient of the Sondheim Award, presented by the Signature Theatre.

2012: Isabelle Stevenson Award

In 2012, Bernadette Peters received the Isabelle Stevenson Award.

2012: Lifetime Achievement Award from New Dramatists

In 2012, Bernadette Peters received the Lifetime Achievement Award from New Dramatists, an organization that supports beginning playwrights.

2013: Special Award of Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre

In 2013, the Drama League gave Bernadette Peters its Special Award of Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre for "her contribution to the musical theatre."

2015: Centennial Honoree at the Drama League Centennial Gala

In 2015, Bernadette Peters was the Centennial Honoree at the Drama League Centennial Gala, featuring a musical tribute presented by many of her costars.

May 23, 2016: John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre

On May 23, 2016, Bernadette Peters received the 2016 John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre, presented at the Theatre World Awards.

November 2018: Honoree at Manhattan Theatre Club Fall Benefit

In November 2018, Bernadette Peters was the honoree at the Manhattan Theatre Club 2018 Fall Benefit.

2018: Received Brooke Astor Award

In 2018, Bernadette Peters received the Brooke Astor Award from the Animal Medical Center for her lifelong commitment to animal welfare, including the "over 2,000 adoptions" to date at Broadway Barks events.

2019: Recipient of the Prince Rainier III Award

In 2019, Bernadette Peters was the recipient of the Prince Rainier III Award "for her outstanding artistry and exemplary philanthropic give-back."

2021: Role in Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas

In 2021, Bernadette Peters played Deb in Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas, a television film. She was also nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for this role.

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