Harvey Weinstein's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Harvey Weinstein. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Harvey Weinstein is an American film producer and convicted sex offender. He co-founded Miramax with his brother Bob in 1979, producing successful independent films like Pulp Fiction and Shakespeare in Love, for which he won an Academy Award. He also won seven Tony Awards. After Miramax, the Weinstein brothers founded The Weinstein Company (TWC), where Harvey served as co-chairman from 2005 to 2017.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1998: Miramax Produced Shakespeare in Love

In 1998, Miramax produced the successful independent film Shakespeare in Love. Harvey Weinstein later won an Academy Award for producing this movie.

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September 26, 2000: Honorary Doctorate from University at Buffalo

On September 26, 2000, Harvey Weinstein was awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters (DHL) by the University at Buffalo.

April 19, 2004: Honorary Commander of the Order of the British Empire

On April 19, 2004, Harvey Weinstein was appointed an honorary commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in recognition of his contributions to the British film industry.

March 2, 2012: Knight of the French Legion of Honour

On March 2, 2012, Harvey Weinstein was made a knight of the French Legion of Honour in recognition of Miramax's efforts to increase the presence and popularity of foreign films in the United States.

2017: Revocation of Honors

In late 2017, the University at Buffalo revoked Harvey Weinstein's honorary doctorate, and French President Emmanuel Macron revoked his Legion of Honour.

September 18, 2020: Stripped of Honorary CBE

On September 18, 2020, Harvey Weinstein was stripped of his honorary CBE (Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) following his conviction for rape and sexual assault.