History of Steve Martin in Timeline

Stephen Glenn Martin is a celebrated American comedian, actor, writer, producer, and musician. He's garnered significant recognition for his comedic work in film, television, and music, evidenced by five Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He has also been nominated for multiple Golden Globes and Tony Awards. Martin's contributions to comedy have been formally acknowledged with prestigious awards such as the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, Kennedy Center Honors, an Honorary Academy Award, and an AFI Life Achievement Award. Comedy Central ranked him among the top stand-up comics.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1915: Creation of Landscape with Horses

In 1915, Heinrich Campendonk supposedly created Landschaft mit Pferden (Landscape with Horses), a work that was later purchased and sold by Steve Martin.

1955: Creation of 'Hotel Window'

In 1955, Edward Hopper created 'Hotel Window'.

1968: First Art Purchase

In 1968, Steve Martin began his art collecting journey by purchasing a print by Ed Ruscha.

1977: Relationship with Bernadette Peters

In 1977, Steve Martin began a relationship with Bernadette Peters.

1978: Novelty Hit Song

In 1978, Steve Martin's novelty hit song "King Tut" was first released.

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1980: End of relationship with Bernadette Peters

In 1980, Steve Martin's relationship with Bernadette Peters ended.

1984: Los Angeles County Museum of Art Board of Trustees

In 1984, Steve Martin joined the Los Angeles County Museum of Art board of trustees.

November 20, 1986: Marriage to Victoria Tennant

On November 20, 1986, Steve Martin married actress Victoria Tennant.

1986: Tinnitus

In 1986, it was first thought that Steve Martin's tinnitus was from filming a pistol shooting scene for Three Amigos, but Martin later clarified that the tinnitus was actually from years of listening to loud music and performing in front of noisy crowds.

1990: USO Tour to Saudi Arabia

In 1990, during Operation Desert Storm, Steve Martin went on a USO Tour to Saudi Arabia from October 14 to 21, where he met with military service men and women.

1994: Divorce from Victoria Tennant

In 1994, Steve Martin and Victoria Tennant divorced.

2001: Bellagio Gallery Exhibit

In 2001, the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art presented a five-month exhibit of twenty-eight items from Steve Martin's art collection.

July 2004: Purchase of 'Landscape with Horses'

In July 2004, Steve Martin purchased what he believed to be Landschaft mit Pferden (Landscape with Horses), a 1915 work by Heinrich Campendonk.

2004: End of term as Los Angeles County Museum of Art Board of Trustees

In 2004, Steve Martin's term ended at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art Board of Trustees.

2006: Sale of Hopper's 'Hotel Window'

In 2006, Steve Martin sold Edward Hopper's 'Hotel Window' (1955) at Sotheby's for $26.8 million.

July 28, 2007: Marriage to Anne Stringfield

On July 28, 2007, Steve Martin married writer Anne Stringfield in a surprise ceremony at his Los Angeles home.

June 2009: Performance on A Prairie Home Companion

In June 2009, Steve Martin played banjo along with the Steep Canyon Rangers on A Prairie Home Companion.

2010: Creation of the Steve Martin Prize

In 2010, Steve Martin created the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass to reward artistry and bring greater visibility to bluegrass performers.

March 21, 2011: Performance on The Colbert Report

On March 21, 2011, Steve Martin performed "Jubilation Day" with the Steep Canyon Rangers on The Colbert Report.

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May 3, 2011: Performance on Conan

On May 3, 2011, Steve Martin performed "Jubilation Day" with the Steep Canyon Rangers on Conan.

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July 4, 2011: Capitol Fourth Celebration Performance

On July 4, 2011, Steve Martin performed a song he wrote called "Me and Paul Revere" in addition to two other songs on the lawn of the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., at the "Capitol Fourth Celebration".

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July 6, 2011: Performance on The One Show

On July 6, 2011, Steve Martin performed "Jubilation Day" with the Steep Canyon Rangers on BBC's The One Show.

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2011: Sammy Shelor Wins Steve Martin Prize

In 2011, Sammy Shelor of Lonesome River Band received the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass.

December 2012: Birth of Daughter

In December 2012, Steve Martin became a father when Anne Stringfield gave birth to their daughter.

2012: Mark Johnson Wins Steve Martin Prize

In 2012, Mark Johnson received the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass.

April 2013: Release of "Love Has Come for You" album

In April 2013, the collaboration album "Love Has Come for You" with Edie Brickell was released.

May 2013: Tour with Steep Canyon Rangers and Edie Brickell

Starting in May 2013, Steve Martin began a tour with the Steep Canyon Rangers and Edie Brickell throughout the United States.

2013: Jens Kruger Wins Steve Martin Prize

In 2013, Jens Kruger received the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass.

2014: Eddie Adcock Wins Steve Martin Prize

In 2014, Eddie Adcock received the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass.

2015: Danny Barnes Wins Steve Martin Prize

In 2015, Danny Barnes received the Steve Martin Prize for Excellence in Banjo and Bluegrass.

2015: "The Idea of North: The Paintings of Lawren Harris" Exhibition

In 2015, Steve Martin organized an exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and several other locations called, "The Idea of North: The Paintings of Lawren Harris," featuring the works of Canadian painter Lawren Harris.