Barbra Streisand through the years: her life in photos
Barbra Streisand has captivated the stage, screen and the world with her critically acclaimed career and unique vocals.
Streisand made her breakthrough in 1962 at the age of 19 with the role of Miss Marmelstein I can get it wholesale for you on Broadway. Two years later she originated the role of Fanny Brice in the stage production of Funny girl.
“I want to play with it, play with the music, you know, reframe it depending on how I felt that night,” Streisand recalled. NPR‘S Terry Gross in November 2023 about her experiences at the Funny girl phase. “That’s what I think keeps a performance honest. You can’t just copy what you did the night before. You know, it never works, I guess. I like actors who respect their reality in the moment.”
Streisand reprized her role of Fanny Brice in the 1968 film adaptation, which ultimately won her an Academy Award trophy. She has since completed the ‘EGOT’ mantle after earning a second Oscar, four Emmys, eight Grammys and one honorary Tony Award.
Keep scrolling to revisit Streisand’s life in photos: