Barbra Streisand's Fanny Brice movie costume from Funny Lady on display...

1968's Funny Girl movie is loosely based on the life and career of comedienne and singer Fanny Brice set in the early 1900s and Barbra Streisand won her first Oscar for Best Actress for this, her debut feature film, reprising her role from the Broadway hit musical. In 1975's musical comedy-drama, Barbra Streisand returned to the role for the romantic sequel, Funny Lady. Hitting difficult times during the 1930s, with her marriage to 'Nicky Arnstein' (Omar Sharif) ending in divorce, Fanny continues to pursue fame with the help of brash nightclub owner, song lyricist and showman, 'Billy Rose' (James Chan). And even though they slowly start to feel something for each other, during their stormy relationship, Fanny knows that her feelings for her ex haven't completely gone away.

Fanny Brice movie gown worn by Barbra Streisand

in Funny Lady

Hello, gorgeous. This screen-worn gown was photographed on display at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on October 13, 2025.

Ray Aghayan and Bob Mackie were Costume Designers on the movie sequel directed by Herbert Ross and this was one of Fanny Brice's colorful stage costumes made from satin, chiffon, velvet, sequins and jet gemstones (the beret and shoes featured are non-originals).

For another Bob Mackie creation, be sure to check out this Alice Through the Looking Glass costume from the 1966 TV movie.

Funny Lady movie poster