Childhood and Education Journey of Meryl Streep in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Meryl Streep. From birth to education, explore key events.

Meryl Streep is a highly acclaimed American actress, celebrated for her versatility, masterful accent work, and considered by many as the best actress of her generation. Her illustrious career, spanning over five decades, is adorned with numerous prestigious awards, including three Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, eight Golden Globe Awards, four Primetime Emmy Awards, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. Streep's talent extends beyond acting, as evidenced by her nominations for seven Grammy Awards and a Tony Award, showcasing her significant impact across various entertainment mediums.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

June 22, 1949: Meryl Streep Born

On June 22, 1949, Mary Louise "Meryl" Streep was born. She is an American actress known for her versatility.

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1963: Family moved to Bernardsville, New Jersey

In 1963, Meryl Streep's family moved to Bernardsville, New Jersey, where she attended Bernards High School.

1964: Setting of Doubt

The movie Doubt is set in 1964, about the events that happen that year in a Catholic school in the Bronx, New York.

1969: Acted in Miss Julie at Vassar College

In 1969, Meryl Streep acted in the play Miss Julie at Vassar College, gaining attention across the campus.

1970: Visiting student at Dartmouth College

In 1970, Meryl Streep enrolled as a visiting student at Dartmouth College.

1971: Earned AB in drama cum laude

In 1971, Meryl Streep earned her AB in drama cum laude from Vassar College.

1975: Earned MFA in drama from Yale

In 1975, Meryl Streep earned her MFA in drama from Yale.

March 12, 1978: Death of John Cazale

On March 12, 1978, John Cazale, Meryl Streep's partner, died. She had been nursing him until his death.

1979: Birth of Henry Wolfe Gummer

In 1979, Meryl Streep's first child, Henry Wolfe Gummer, was born.

1981: Honorary Doctor of Arts degree from Dartmouth College

In 1981, Meryl Streep received an honorary Doctor of Arts degree from Dartmouth College.

1983: Birth of Mary Willa "Mamie" Gummer

In 1983, Meryl Streep's daughter, Mary Willa "Mamie" Gummer, was born.

1985: Move to Connecticut Estate

In 1985, Meryl Streep and her family moved into a $1.8-million private estate in Connecticut.

1986: Birth of Grace Jane Gummer

In 1986, Meryl Streep's daughter, Grace Jane Gummer, was born.

1990: Purchase of Brentwood Mansion

In 1990, Meryl Streep and her family bought a $3-million mansion in Brentwood, Los Angeles.

1991: Birth of Louisa Jacobson Gummer

In 1991, Meryl Streep's daughter, Louisa Jacobson Gummer, was born.

1991: University of Iowa Shooting

In 1991, the events of the University of Iowa shooting took place, which later inspired the film Dark Matter, starring Meryl Streep. The film was shelved out of respect for the victims of the Virginia Tech shooting.

1998: Publication of Evening

In 1998, the novel 'Evening' by Susan Minot was published, which was later adapted into a movie where Meryl Streep acted in 2007.

Evening

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1999: Publication of 'Mrs. Dalloway'

In 1999, the novel 'Mrs. Dalloway' by Virginia Woolf was published, which later became a part of the movie 'The Hours' where Meryl Streep acted in 2002.

Mrs. Dalloway: The Original 1925 Unabridged and Complete Edition (Virginia Woolf Classics)

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2003: Publication of The Devil Wears Prada

In 2003, Lauren Weisberger's novel 'The Devil Wears Prada' was published, which was later adapted into a movie where Meryl Streep acted in 2006.

The Devil Wears Prada a Novel

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April 2007: Virginia Tech Shooting and Shelving of Dark Matter

In April 2007, following the Virginia Tech shooting, producers of the film Dark Matter, starring Meryl Streep, decided to shelve the film out of respect for the victims.

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December 2008: Lack of religious belief

In December 2008, Meryl Streep alluded to her lack of religious belief.

2009: Statements about religion

In 2009, when asked if religion plays a part in her life, Meryl Streep replied that she follows no doctrine and doesn't belong to any religious institution.

2015: Criticism of Rotten Tomatoes

In 2015, while promoting 'Suffragette', Meryl Streep criticized the review-aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes for disproportionately representing the opinions of male film critics, which she believed adversely affected the performance of female-driven films.

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