It's hard to think of a more iconic multi-hyphenate than Barbra Streisand, and with a career spanning over six decades, it's not shocking that Streisand has a high net worth. The singer, songwriter, actress, director and producer found success early on, winning a Grammy for her debut album, Barbra Streisand's album. Streisand has the distinction of receiving the first EGOT – meaning she has won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony. His first Emmy was for his TV special, My name is Barbarahis first Oscar for his leading role in funny girland his Tony for Star of the Decade.
Streisand was born in Brooklyn, New York, to parents Diana Ida and Emanuel. An artist from a young age, Streisand began singing in nightclubs as a teenager before gaining guest appearances in Tonight's program. In her personal life, Streisand has had several high-profile romantic relationships. She was married to fellow actor Elliot Gould from 1963 to 1971, and together they have a son, Jason Gould (b. 1966). Streisand notably dated hairdresser/producer Jon Peters from 1973-1982 and Baskin-Robbins ice cream heir Richard Baskin from 1983-1987. In 1998, Streisand married actor James Brolin.
Barbra Streisand net worth
EGOT winner is worth $400 million
With such a spectacular and prolific career, Barbra Streisand has earned every penny of her massive $400 million net worth (via Celebrity Net Worth). While it's unlikely that Streisand will do another tour, her last one, Barbra: The Music, The Mem'ries, The Magic (2016-2017) grossed more than $50 million, with the singer taking home $3.6 million per just a show.
Streisand's illustrious career has seen her release a total of 84 albums throughout her career (36 of them studio albums), with 1980's Guilty being the best seller of the lot, selling approximately 15 million copies (via Stop). In addition to the money Streisand has made from singing, acting, acting, directing and producing, it is estimated that she owns approximately $100 million in real estate. She also has an impressive art collection. Although the value of the collection is not known, a John Singer Sargent she donated to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art was valued at $20 million.
Barbra Streisand Age and Height
Streisand is a Taurus
Barbra Streisand was born on April 24, 1942, making her 82 years old in 2024. With her birthday at the end of April, Streisand falls under the zodiac sign of Taurus. An earth sign represented by the bull, Taureans are famous for their stubbornness and determination, characteristics that define Streisand.
Despite her undeniable talent, Streisand faced obstacles throughout her artistic career. She was criticized by her mother for pursuing show business and was often told that she was not attractive enough to act and should consider a nose job. She didn't do that. A determined Taurus, Streisand is anything but average, except in one category – her height. She is 5' 5″ talla common height for American women.
Barbra Streisand won the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015
President Barack Obama presented her with the highest civilian award in the United States
While Barbra Streisand has received some company in the EGOT club, she has an even more rarefied air of award, having been awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by former President Barack Obama in 2015. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award in the United States of America and is awarded to those “who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.“
Streisand was one of 17 honorees, with the group also made up of the late composer Stephen Sondheim, fellow musician Gloria Estefan, director Steven Spielberg and mathematician Katherine Johnson, whose work with NASA was the subject of the 2016 film. Hidden figures. While Barbra Streisand may be worth $400 million, her contributions to the arts are absolutely priceless.