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December 1, 2024

“Do Not Open Until Christmas” – GQ Cover of Barbra Streisand Gagged, December 1965

The GQ cover of Barbra Streisand from 1965, photographed by Carl Fischer, is a notable piece of magazine history. In this playful and provocative image, Streisand’s mouth is “gagged” with a festive Christmas ribbon and a tag that read “Do Not Open Until Christmas,” evoking the feeling of a wrapped present.


This image was part of GQ’s bold visual style of the 1960s, reflecting both humor and a slightly avant-garde approach to celebrity photography. The “gag” was a metaphorical nod to Streisand’s powerhouse voice, suggesting her talent as a gift not to be “unwrapped” prematurely. The juxtaposition of her vibrant personality and the restrained pose made the image particularly memorable.

Carl Fischer, known for his provocative and inventive photography, captured Streisand in a way that highlighted her charisma and individuality, marking a shift in how celebrities were visually presented in media.


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