Barbra Streisand is a legendary singer, actress, and filmmaker whose career has spanned over six decades. Renowned for her unique voice and emotive performances, she has mastered various genres, including pop, jazz, and show tunes. Streisand is best known for classic hits like "People” "The Way We Were” and "Evergreen” as well as her groundbreaking roles in films such as "Funny Girl" and "A Star is Born”. Her career, which peaked in the 1960s and 1970s, has garnered her two Oscars, ten Grammys, and countless other accolades. Today, Streisand remains an influential figure in entertainment, occasionally releasing new music and continuing her philanthropic efforts, ensuring her lasting legacy in the arts.
Barbra Streisand Career Highlights
1942 Barbra Joan Streisand was born on April 24, 1942, in Brooklyn, New York.
1960 Barbra begins performing in nightclubs and off-Broadway shows, gaining attention for her unique voice and style.
1962 Stars in the Broadway musical "I Can Get It for You Wholesale” earning critical acclaim.
1963 Releases her debut album "The Barbra Streisand Album” which wins two Grammy Awards.
1964 Stars as Fanny Brice in the Broadway musical "Funny Girl” receiving rave reviews and a Tony Award nomination.
1968 Reprises her role as Fanny Brice in the film adaptation of "Funny Girl” winning the Academy Award for Best Actress.
1973 Stars in and records the title song for the film "The Way We Were” which becomes one of her most iconic songs.
1976 Long before Lady Gaga Barba stars in and produces the film "A Star Is Born”
1983 Makes her directorial debut with "Yentl” also starring and writing the screenplay, winning a Golden Globe for Best Director.
1991 Directs, produces, and stars in "The Prince of Tides” which receives seven Academy Award nominations.
2001 Receives the Grammy Legend Award, solidifying her legacy in the music industry.
2016 Movie Partners Sing Broadway: Releases her thirty-fifth studio album, featuring duets with famous actors, topping the Billboard 200 chart.
Barbra Streisand Grammy Awards
1964
Album of the Year ("The Barbra Streisand Album")
Best Female Vocal Performance ("The Barbra Streisand Album")
1977
Song of the Year ("Evergreen")
Best Pop Vocal Performance, Female ("Evergreen")
1980
Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal ("Guilty" with Barry Gibb)
1992
Grammy Legend Award
3 Most Famous Barbra Streisand Songs
1. "The Way We Were" (1973)
The title song for the film of the same name, this song is one of Barbra's signature hits and won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
2. "Evergreen" (1976)
The love theme from "A Star Is Born” this song won an Academy Award and Grammy Award, becoming one of her most beloved songs.
3. "Guilty" (1980) with Barry Gibb
A successful collaboration with Barry Gibb of the Bee Gees, this song was the title track of their hit album "Guilty."
Barbra Streisand Quotes
I am simple, complex, generous, selfish, unattractive, beautiful, lazy, and driven.
On Success…
Success to me is having ten honeydew melons and eating only the top half of each one.
Barbra Streisand Scandal/Gossip/Trivia
- "Funny Girl" Incident: During the filming of "Funny Girl” Barbra famously insisted on her own lighting setup to highlight her best angles.
- Streisand Effect: Coined from Barbra's attempt to suppress photographs of her home, the term "Streisand Effect" describes when an attempt to hide information inadvertently publicizes it more widely.
- Relationship with James Brolin: Barbra married actor James Brolin in 1998, and they have been together since, becoming one of Hollywood's most enduring couples.
- Political Activism: Barbra is known for her outspoken political views and activism, often supporting Democratic candidates and causes.
- Directorial Ventures: Apart from "Yentl" and "The Prince of Tides” Barbra also directed "The Mirror Has Two Faces".
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