Liza Minnelli is a highly celebrated American entertainer known for her powerful stage presence, alto voice, and contributions to acting, singing, dancing, and choreography. Her numerous accolades include the prestigious EGOT, signifying Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award wins. Additionally, she holds the distinguished title of Knight of the French Legion of Honour.
March 12, 1946: Liza Minnelli's Birth
Liza May Minnelli was born on March 12, 1946, in Los Angeles, California.
1949: First Film Appearance
Liza Minnelli's first appearance on film was in 1949, as a baby in the final shot of her mother, Judy Garland's, film "In the Good Old Summertime."
1949: Film Debut in "In the Good Old Summertime"
At the age of three, Liza Minnelli made her first film appearance in "In the Good Old Summertime" (1949), starring her mother, Judy Garland.
1959: Television Appearances with Gene Kelly and Art Linkletter
As a child, Liza Minnelli made appearances on Art Linkletter's show and sang and danced with Gene Kelly on his first television special in 1959.
1961: Move to New York City and Career Beginnings
In 1961, Liza Minnelli moved to New York City to pursue a career in musical theatre.
1961: Apprenticeship at Cape Cod Melody Tent
Liza Minnelli began an apprenticeship at the Cape Cod Melody Tent in Hyannis, Massachusetts, in 1961, performing in "Flower Drum Song" and "Take Me Along."
1961: Move to NYC and Education
Liza Minnelli moved to New York City in 1961 and pursued her education at the High School of Performing Arts and later Chadwick School.
1963: Professional Debut and Theatre World Award
Liza Minnelli made her professional debut in an Off-Broadway revival of "Best Foot Forward" in 1963, for which she won the Theatre World Award.
1963: Off-Broadway Debut and Early Success
Liza Minnelli made her professional stage debut in 1963 in an Off-Broadway revival of "Best Foot Forward".
1964: King and Queen of the Compass Centre
During a visit to Australia in 1964, Liza Minnelli and her then-boyfriend Peter Allen were crowned King and Queen of the Compass Centre in Bankstown, Sydney.
1964: Voiceover for "Journey Back to Oz"
Liza Minnelli provided the voice for Dorothy in the animated film "Journey Back to Oz," a sequel to "The Wizard of Oz." This role, recorded in 1964, would have been her first credited film role had the movie been released as scheduled.
1964: Debut Album: "Liza! Liza!"
Liza Minnelli released her debut album, "Liza! Liza!," with Capitol Records in 1964, featuring traditional pop standards and show tunes.
1964: First Dramatic Television Role
Liza Minnelli took on her first dramatic television role in 1964, playing Minnie in the episode "Nightingale for Sale" on Craig Stevens's series "Mr. Broadway."
1965: Tony Award for "Flora the Red Menace"
Liza Minnelli won her first Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in "Flora the Red Menace" in 1965.
1965: Starring Role in "The Dangerous Christmas of Red Riding Hood"
Liza Minnelli starred in the television special "The Dangerous Christmas of Red Riding Hood" in 1965, accompanied by a soundtrack release.
1965: Album Release: "It Amazes Me"
Liza Minnelli released her second album, "It Amazes Me," in 1965, continuing her exploration of traditional pop and show tunes.
1966: Album Release: "There Is a Time"
Liza Minnelli released her third album, "There Is a Time," in 1966, further solidifying her early career with a mix of pop standards and show tunes.
March 3, 1967: Marriage to Peter Allen
Liza Minnelli married entertainer Peter Allen, Judy Garland's protégé, on March 3, 1967.
1967: First Credited Film Role
In 1967, Liza Minnelli landed her first credited film role as the love interest in "Charlie Bubbles," a film directed by and starring Albert Finney.
1968: Album Release: "Liza Minnelli"
Liza Minnelli released her self-titled album, "Liza Minnelli," with A&M Records in 1968.
1968: Album Release: "Liza Minnelli"
Liza Minnelli released the album "Liza Minnelli" under A&M Records in 1968, exploring contemporary singer-songwriter material.
1969: Academy Award Nomination for "The Sterile Cuckoo"
Liza Minnelli starred as Pookie Adams in "The Sterile Cuckoo" in 1969, directed by Alan J. Pakula. Her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
1969: Film Breakthrough with "The Sterile Cuckoo"
Liza Minnelli's performance in the drama film "The Sterile Cuckoo" in 1969 earned her critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination.
April 9, 1970: Separation from Peter Allen
Liza Minnelli and Peter Allen decided on a trial separation on April 9, 1970.
1970: "Tell Me That You Love Me, Junie Moon" and Controversy
In 1970, Liza Minnelli starred in "Tell Me That You Love Me, Junie Moon," directed by Otto Preminger. A nude scene filmed in a Massachusetts cemetery sparked controversy, leading to a misdemeanor complaint and the introduction of the "Liza Minnelli Bill" to regulate filming in cemeteries.
1970: First Televised Special: "Liza"
Liza Minnelli headlined her first television special, "Liza," in 1970, featuring guest stars Anthony Newley and Randy Newman.
1970: Album Releases: "Come Saturday Morning" and "New Feelin'"
Liza Minnelli released two albums in 1970, "Come Saturday Morning" and "New Feelin'," both with A&M Records.
1972: Academy Award Win for "Cabaret"
Liza Minnelli's iconic portrayal of Sally Bowles in the 1972 film adaptation of "Cabaret" earned her widespread acclaim, including the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role, along with a Golden Globe Award, a BAFTA Award, a Sant Jordi Award, and a David di Donatello Award for Best Foreign Actress.
1972: Original Release of "Liza with a Z"
The Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning television special "Liza with a Z" originally aired in 1972.
1972: UK Release of "Journey Back to Oz"
After being delayed, the Filmation production of "Journey Back to Oz" was eventually released in the UK in 1972.
1972: Bob Fosse Collaboration in "Liza with a Z"
Liza Minnelli starred in the Bob Fosse-directed television special "Liza with a Z" in 1972.
1972: Academy Award for "Cabaret"
Liza Minnelli achieved international fame for her role as Sally Bowles in the musical film "Cabaret" in 1972, for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress.
1973: Collaboration with Alice Cooper and Album Release: "The Singer"
Liza Minnelli collaborated with Alice Cooper on the song "Teenage Lament '74" for Cooper's album "Muscle of Love" and released her own album, "The Singer," in 1973.
July 24, 1974: Divorce from Peter Allen
Liza Minnelli's divorce from Peter Allen was finalized on July 24, 1974.
September 15, 1974: Marriage to Jack Haley Jr.
Liza Minnelli married producer and director Jack Haley Jr., the son of her mother's "The Wizard of Oz" co-star, on September 15, 1974.
1975: Release of "Lucky Lady"
Liza Minnelli starred in the film "Lucky Lady" in 1975.
1975: Release of "Lucky Lady"
Liza Minnelli starred in the film "Lucky Lady" in 1975.
1976: Collaboration with Father in "A Matter of Time"
In 1976, Liza Minnelli co-starred with Ingrid Bergman in "A Matter of Time," a film directed by her father, Vincente Minnelli.
1977: Album Release: "Tropical Nights"
Liza Minnelli released her solo album "Tropical Nights" in 1977.
1977: Album Release: "Tropical Nights"
Liza Minnelli released her solo album "Tropical Nights" under Columbia Records in 1977.
1977: Broadway Return and "New York, New York" Release
Liza Minnelli returned to Broadway in "The Act" in 1977, winning her second Tony Award, and also starred in the film "New York, New York".
1977: "New York, New York" and a Signature Song
Liza Minnelli starred in the film "New York, New York" in 1977. This film gave her the iconic song "New York, New York," which would become her signature song.
1978: Andy Warhol's Diary Entry
Andy Warhol mentioned Liza Minnelli in his diary entry in 1978, recounting her arrival at Halston's house and her request for drugs.
1978: Box Office Challenges
By 1978, Liza Minnelli faced box office challenges after the release of three financially unsuccessful films: "Lucky Lady" (1975), "A Matter of Time" (1976), and "New York, New York" (1977), despite the latter giving her a signature song.
April 1979: Divorce from Jack Haley Jr.
Liza Minnelli and Jack Haley Jr. divorced in April 1979.
December 4, 1979: Marriage to Mark Gero
Liza Minnelli married sculptor and stage manager Mark Gero on December 4, 1979.
1980: Television Specials: "Goldie and Liza Together" and "An Evening with Liza Minnelli"
Liza Minnelli appeared in two television specials in 1980: "Goldie and Liza Together" with Goldie Hawn, and "An Evening with Liza Minnelli."
1981: Friendship with Adam Ant
Liza Minnelli offered fashion advice to singer Adam Ant before his meeting with Queen Elizabeth II after the 1981 Royal Variety Performance.
1981: Success with "Arthur"
Liza Minnelli starred as Dudley Moore's love interest in the hit film "Arthur" in 1981.
1981: Critical and Commercial Success of "Arthur"
Liza Minnelli starred in the critically acclaimed and commercially successful film "Arthur" in 1981.
1982: Mentioned in Adam Ant Song
Adam Ant name-checked Liza Minnelli in his song "Crackpot History and the Right To Lie" from his 1982 album "Friend or Foe".
1984: Guest Appearance on "Faerie Tale Theatre"
In 1984, Liza Minnelli made a guest appearance as Princess Alecia in "The Princess and the Pea" episode of the television series "Faerie Tale Theatre."
1984: Rehab for Addiction
Liza Minnelli left the musical "The Rink" in 1984 to seek treatment for addiction at the Betty Ford Clinic.
1984: Broadway Performance in "The Rink"
Liza Minnelli starred in the Broadway production of "The Rink" in 1984.
1985: Made-for-TV Movie: "A Time to Live"
Liza Minnelli starred in the made-for-television movie "A Time to Live" in 1985.
1988: Film Appearances in "Rent-A-Cop" and "Arthur 2: On the Rocks"
Liza Minnelli appeared in two films released in 1988: "Rent-A-Cop" and "Arthur 2: On the Rocks."
1988: Television Appearance in "Sam Found Out: A Triple Play"
Liza Minnelli appeared in the television production "Sam Found Out: A Triple Play" in 1988.
1988: Film Appearance and Concert Tour
Liza Minnelli appeared in the film "Rent-a-Cop" and embarked on a concert tour with Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. in 1988.
1989: Collaboration with Pet Shop Boys
Liza Minnelli collaborated with the Pet Shop Boys on the electronic dance album "Results" in 1989.
1989: Album Release: "Results" and Grammy Performance
Liza Minnelli released the album "Results" in collaboration with the Pet Shop Boys and performed at the Grammy Awards ceremony in 1989.
1990: Conclusion of Concert Tour
Liza Minnelli concluded her concert tour with Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. in 1990.
1990: Grammy Legend Award
Liza Minnelli received the Grammy Legend Award in 1990, making her one of the few artists to achieve EGOT status.
1991: Appearance in "Stepping Out"
Liza Minnelli appeared in the musical comedy-drama film "Stepping Out" in 1991.
1991: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Liza Minnelli received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 7000 Hollywood Boulevard in 1991 for her contributions to live performance.
1991: Film Appearance and Concert Performances
Liza Minnelli starred in the film "Stepping Out" and gave acclaimed concert performances at Radio City Music Hall in 1991.
January 1992: Divorce from Mark Gero
Liza Minnelli and Mark Gero divorced in January 1992.
April 1992: Tribute Concert for Freddie Mercury
Liza Minnelli performed "We Are the Champions" with Queen at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert at Wembley Stadium in April 1992.
December 1992: Emmy-Winning "Liza Minnelli Live from Radio City Music Hall"
American Public Television aired "Liza Minnelli Live from Radio City Music Hall" in December 1992. The show earned six Emmy nominations, winning Outstanding Individual Achievement in Music and Lyrics for Fred Ebb and John Kander.
1992: Concert Performance at Radio City Music Hall
Liza Minnelli continued her successful concert run with a performance at Radio City Music Hall in 1992.
1994: The Day After That Release and Performance
Liza Minnelli recorded and released the song "The Day After That" in 1994, donating the proceeds to AIDS research and performing it at the 25th anniversary of the Stonewall riots in Central Park.
1994: Made-for-TV Movie: "Parallel Lives"
Liza Minnelli appeared in the made-for-television movie "Parallel Lives" in 1994.
1995: Made-for-TV Movie: "The West Side Waltz"
Liza Minnelli appeared in the made-for-television movie "The West Side Waltz" in 1995.
September 1996: Interview with The Advocate
In an interview with The Advocate in September 1996, Liza Minnelli discussed her marriage to Peter Allen and his hidden sexuality.
1996: Album Release: "Gently" and Grammy Nomination
Liza Minnelli released the jazz standards album "Gently" in 1996, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Performance.
1997: Broadway Return in "Victor/Victoria"
Liza Minnelli returned to Broadway in 1997, taking on the title role in the musical "Victor/Victoria," replacing Julie Andrews.
2000: Recovery from Viral Encephalitis
Liza Minnelli was diagnosed with viral encephalitis in 2000. Despite initial predictions of severe limitations, she dedicated herself to vocal and dance therapy and made a remarkable recovery.
September 19, 2001: Performance on "The Rosie O'Donnell Show"
Liza Minnelli made a memorable appearance on "The Rosie O'Donnell Show" on September 19, 2001, singing "New York, New York" after Rosie O'Donnell's return following the September 11 attacks.
2001: Compilation Album: "The Capitol Years"
Liza Minnelli's first three albums, "Liza! Liza!," "It Amazes Me," and "There Is a Time," were reissued as a two-CD compilation titled "The Capitol Years" in 2001.
March 16, 2002: Marriage to David Gest
Liza Minnelli married concert promoter David Gest on March 16, 2002.
2002: Return to Concert Stage with "Liza's Back"
After a hiatus due to health issues, Liza Minnelli returned to the concert stage with her show "Liza's Back" in 2002.
2002: "Liza's Back" Tour
David Gest produced Liza Minnelli's comeback tour, "Liza's Back," in 2002, featuring performances in London and New York City. The tour included a tribute to her mother, Judy Garland.
July 2003: Separation from David Gest
Liza Minnelli and David Gest separated in July 2003.
2003: Reality TV Show Discussions
In 2003, Liza Minnelli was in talks to star in a reality TV show with her then-husband, David Gest.
2003: Guest Appearances on "Arrested Development"
Liza Minnelli began recurring guest appearances on the sitcom "Arrested Development" in 2003.
2003: Arrested Development Debut
Liza Minnelli joined the cast of "Arrested Development" as Lucille Austero in 2003, marking the beginning of her recurring role.
December 14, 2004: Royal Variety Performance
After a long absence, Liza Minnelli returned to the UK for a special guest performance at the Royal Variety Performance at the London Coliseum on December 14, 2004.
2005: Final Season 3 Appearance on Arrested Development
In 2005, Liza Minnelli made her final appearance as Lucille Austero in the third season of "Arrested Development", before returning for the fourth season in 2013.
2005: Rerelease of "Liza with a Z"
The Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning television special "Liza with a Z" from 1972 was rereleased in 2005.
2005: The Oh in Ohio Release
Liza Minnelli appeared in the film "The Oh in Ohio" in 2005, marking her first film role in over 15 years.
September 2006: Law & Order: Criminal Intent Filming
Liza Minnelli filmed a guest appearance for the "Law & Order: Criminal Intent" episode "Masquerade" in September 2006.
October 2006: Television Appearances in the UK
Liza Minnelli made several television appearances in the UK, including a comedy skit on Charlotte Church's show and an appearance on Michael Parkinson's show in October 2006.
October 31, 2006: Law & Order: Criminal Intent Appearance
Liza Minnelli appeared in the Halloween episode "Masquerade" of "Law & Order: Criminal Intent", which aired on October 31, 2006.
2006: Philanthropic Work and Advocacy
In a 2006 interview, Liza Minnelli discussed her involvement with The Institutes for The Achievement of Human Potential and amfAR, and her role in informing Elizabeth Taylor about HIV/AIDS.
2006: Collaboration with My Chemical Romance
Liza Minnelli provided backing vocals and a solo part on the song "Mama" from My Chemical Romance's album "The Black Parade" in 2006.
2006: Collaboration on My Chemical Romance Album
Liza Minnelli provided guest vocals for the song "Mama" on My Chemical Romance's concept album "The Black Parade" in 2006, portraying the character "Mother War".
2006: Limited Release of "The Oh in Ohio"
The film "The Oh in Ohio," featuring Liza Minnelli, had a limited theatrical release in 2006.
2006: DVD Release of "Liza with a 'Z'. A Concert for Television"
The television special "Liza with a 'Z'. A Concert for Television," directed by Bob Fosse and starring Liza Minnelli, saw its DVD release in 2006 after being aired only twice on TV.
April 2007: Divorce from David Gest
Liza Minnelli and David Gest's divorce was finalized in April 2007.
2007: Kay Thompson Tribute Album Announcement
In 2007, Liza Minnelli announced she was working on a tribute album to Kay Thompson, which evolved into her Broadway show "Liza's at The Palace...!".
2007: Palm Springs Life Interview
Liza Minnelli gave an interview to Palm Springs Life in 2007, expressing the significance of amfAR in her life due to the loss of friends to AIDS.
December 3, 2008: Liza's at The Palace...! Premiere
Liza Minnelli premiered her new solo concert, "Liza's at The Palace...!", at the Palace Theatre in New York City on December 3, 2008.
2008: Broadway Success with "Liza's at The Palace...."
Liza Minnelli returned to Broadway with her show "Liza's at The Palace...." in 2008.
January 4, 2009: Liza's at The Palace...! Closing Night
Liza Minnelli concluded her solo concert, "Liza's at The Palace...!", at the Palace Theatre on January 4, 2009.
October 1, 2009: Taping of "Liza's at the Palace"
Liza Minnelli's "Liza's at the Palace" was taped from September 30 to October 1, 2009, at the MGM Grand's Hollywood Theatre in Las Vegas.
October 2009: Australian Tour and Idol Appearance
Liza Minnelli toured Australia and appeared as a mentor and guest judge on "Australian Idol" in October 2009.
November 2009: Broadcast of "Liza's at the Palace"
American Public Television aired "Liza's at the Palace" in November 2009, featuring footage from Minnelli's Las Vegas performances.
2009: Grammy Nomination for "Liza's at the Palace...!"
Liza Minnelli's album "Liza's at the Palace...!", based on her Broadway show, was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2009.
May 2010: Sex and the City 2 Cameo
Liza Minnelli made a cameo appearance in the film "Sex and the City 2", released in May 2010.
September 21, 2010: Album Release: "Confessions"
Liza Minnelli released the album "Confessions" under the Decca Records label on September 21, 2010.
December 2010: The Apprentice Appearance
Liza Minnelli made a starring appearance on the reality TV show "The Apprentice" in December 2010.
2010: Confessions Album Release
Liza Minnelli released the album "Confessions" in 2010, featuring a collection of American standards recorded in an "unplugged" style with Billy Stritch.
June 14, 2012: Hampton Court Palace Festival Performance
Liza Minnelli headlined at the Hampton Court Palace Festival on June 14, 2012.
2013: Conclusion of "Arrested Development" Appearances
Liza Minnelli made her final guest appearance on the sitcom "Arrested Development" in 2013.
2013: Return to Arrested Development
Liza Minnelli reprised her role as Lucille Austero in the fourth season of "Arrested Development" in 2013.
May 9, 2014: Appearance on Cher's Dressed to Kill Tour
Liza Minnelli made a guest appearance on Cher's "Dressed to Kill Tour" in Brooklyn on May 9, 2014.