There’s no denying that Barbra Streisand is a true entertainment legend. From her early days as a nightclub singer to her Broadway debut in 1962’s I Can Get It for You Wholesale, she quickly set the stage for an extraordinary career.
Born in 1942 in Brooklyn, New York, Barbra always dreamed of being an actress and was determined to make that dream a reality.
Her Broadway debut was just the beginning. She not only stole hearts but also found love with her costar Elliott Gould, whom she married in 1963. Their son, Jason Gould, arrived in 1966, adding another chapter to her incredible journey.
Over the years, Barbra has evolved and adapted, becoming a multi-talented superstar who continues to amaze. Join us as we explore her stunning Hollywood transformation through a collection of memorable photos.
#1 1964
Barbra’s portrayal of Fanny in “Funny Girl” is one of the most iconic and memorable roles of her career.
#2 1967
Shortly after their newborn arrived, she and Elliott were captured in a candid photo cradling the baby.
#3 1970
Barbra starred in “The Owl and the Pussycat,” with George Segal playing her love interest.
#4 1974
The superstar chopped off her blonde locks to portray Henrietta Robbins in “For Pete’s Sake.”
#5 1976
Barbra won an Oscar for her performance in “A Star is Born,” where she starred opposite Kris Kristofferson.
#6 1983
The icon stunned audiences with her portrayal of Yentl Mendel in “Yentl.”
#7 1992
Barbra was honored with the Grammy Legend Award by the Recording Academy.
#8 1998
One month after marrying Barbra, James was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
#9 2007
The “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers” singer embarked on a tour across Europe.
#10 2019
Barbra appeared at the Academy Awards to present one of the films nominated for Best Picture.
#11 2022
The bestselling artist celebrated her 80th birthday with a tea party, where she was joined by friends Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson.
#12 2023
In 2023, Barbra was honored as the fourth recipient of the Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Woman of Leadership Award.
She was recognized for her advocacy on various causes, including voting rights, climate change research, and racial and gender equality, as reported by The Washington Post.
Barbra expressed her gratitude on February 22, 2023, via X, writing, “I am deeply honored to receive this award named after one of the iconic and pathbreaking Justices ever to serve on the Supreme Court.”
#13 2024
The legendary Barbra Streisand, acclaimed as an actor, singer, producer, writer, and filmmaker, received the SAG Life Achievement Award for her career achievements and humanitarian contributions, presented by Jennifer Aniston and Bradley Cooper.
In her acceptance speech for the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Barbra Streisand reflected:
“Everything was so beautiful up on that screen. That make-believe world was much more pleasant than anything I was experiencing. I didn’t like reality. I wanted to be in the movies, even though I knew I didn’t look like the other women on the screen.
My mother said, ‘You better learn to type,’ but I didn’t listen. Somehow, some way, thank you God, it all came true.”
