Even though Barbra Streisand has enjoyed a remarkably fulfilling career spanning over six decades, the actress isn’t satisfied with her wins yet as she claims “one thing is missing.” Over the course of her illustrious journey, Streisand has been the recipient of an array of prestigious accolades, among which are an impressive 10 Grammy Awards, a pair of Academy Awards, and an assortment of Emmy Awards.
However, amidst the glittering backdrop of her celebrated career and her high-profile romantic entanglements with luminaries like Don Johnson and Clint Eastwood prior to marrying James Brolin, the actress, who is set to unveil her eagerly anticipated memoir, My Name Is Barbra, shared in a new interview that she doesn’t feel complete yet as a profound void lingers within her life.
Barbra Streisand says she has not had much fun in her life
at the 2015 American Society of Cinematographers Awards, Century Plaza Hotel, Century City, CA 02-15-15
In her recent interview with the BBC, the 81-year-old took the opportunity to delve into the intricate details of her life journey. During the conversation, the actress candidly disclosed the profound challenges she faced over the years, shedding light on the impact of the demands of her career and her family on her personal life.
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Streisand stated that her life was so busy that it left her limited opportunities for personal enjoyment or leisure activities. “I haven’t had much fun in my life, to tell you the truth,” Streisand admitted to the news outlet. “And I want to have more fun.”
She hopes to have fun with her husband, James Brolin
The constant intrusion of the paparazzi made it challenging for Streisand and her second husband, Brolin, to enjoy private moments together. Their marriage, which began in 1998, was often in the public eye, leaving them with little personal space. Still, occasionally, they managed to escape the California paparazzi buzz by going on dates in Brolin’s truck, seeking moments of solitude and intimacy.
However, the actress, who has transitioned into the role of grandmother, is looking forward to creating more joyful memories with beloved grandchildren Trevor, Eden, Westlyn, and Chapel. “I want to live life, I want to get in my husband’s truck and just wander, hopefully with the children somewhere near us,” she confessed. “Life is fun for me when they come over. They love playing with the dogs, and we have fun.”