This timeline highlights significant awards and honors Meryl Streep has received throughout her career, recognizing her extraordinary contributions to acting.
Primetime Emmy Award
1978
Won her first Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in the miniseries 'Holocaust.'
First Academy Award
1979
Won her first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Kramer vs. Kramer.'
Second Academy Award
1982
Won her second Academy Award for Best Actress for 'Sophie's Choice.'
Second Primetime Emmy Award
2003
Won her second Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in the miniseries 'Angels in America.'
Third Academy Award
2011
Won her third Academy Award for Best Actress for 'The Iron Lady.'
AFI Life Achievement Award
2004
Received the AFI Life Achievement Award, one of the highest honors in American film, recognizing her significant contributions to the art of motion pictures.
National Medal of Arts
2010
Received the National Medal of Arts from President Barack Obama, honoring her contributions to the arts in the United States.
Presidential Medal of Freedom
2014
Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Barack Obama, the highest civilian honor in the United States, recognizing her exceptional contributions to the arts and culture.