Barbra Streisand’s Relationships: Gould, Brolin, & Those in Between

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What do Barbra Streisand and Joan Collins have in common? What actor and singer wrote a song about Streisand more than 20 years after they broke up? Although she’s played countless romantic leads on stage and screen, Barbra Streisand’s relationships in real life have been difficult, at least until her current marriage. She writes about her two marriages and a few other love interests in her memoir My Name Is Barbra. Read more to learn about husbands Elliott Gould and James Brolin and a couple of relationships in between these marriages.

Barbra Streisand and James Brolin: How They Met & Why It Works

Barbra Streisand and James Brolin: How They Met & Why It Works

What were Barbra Streisand’s first words to James Brolin when they met? What’s her favorite thing about him? Barbra Streisand and James Brolin are one of those “happily ever after” stories that can be rare among the rich and famous. They met in 1996 (one of them considers it love at first sight), and they’re still going strong after 27 years. Streisand writes about their relationship in her memoir My Name Is Barbra. Continue reading to learn about Barbra Streisand and James Brolin’s love story.

Trump and COVID: Initial Denial and the CARES Act

Trump and COVID: Initial Denial and the CARES Act

What was former President Trump’s COVID response? How did he handle the pandemic? When looking at Trump and COVID, his response was initially marked by denial and animosity with public health leaders. However, his administration did ultimately enact the CARES Act, a fiscal stimulus bill to support Americans during the crisis. Learn more about Trump’s response to COVID by reading on.

Surrender by Bono: An Overview of the U2 Star’s Memoir

Surrender by Bono: An Overview of the U2 Star’s Memoir

What background stories are discussed in Surrender by Bono? How does Bono describe his lived experiences? In Surrender, we learn about Bono’s Irish upbringing, how the death of his mother shaped his personal life, and how U2 came together as a band and rose to stardom, giving way to Bono’s celebrity activism. Learning about Bono’s history gives great insight into the nature of stardom and celebrity. Read on to learn more from Bono’s memoir Surrender.

How Barbra Streisand’s Singing Career Began (1960-1963)

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How much musical training did Barbra Streisand receive? What approach does she take to each song? How did her first album do? Today, we know that Barbra Streisand’s singing career has been one of tremendous success. In her autobiography My Name Is Barbra, she tells the story of how it began decades ago in a New York City nightclub. Continue reading to learn about the remarkable beginning of Barbra Streisand’s singing career, from Greenwich Village to Grammys and gold.

Barbra Streisand on Broadway: Career Highlights

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How old was Barbra Streisand when she first played on Broadway? Did she win a Tony for Funny Girl? Barbra Streisand is one of those rare talented and versatile performers who’s earned the top awards in film, television, theater, and music. In her autobiography My Name Is Barbra, she discusses her remarkable Broadway career. Keep reading to learn some highlights of Barbra Streisand on Broadway from her memoir.

Brené Brown on Empathy & Shame: Her Best Pieces of Advice

Brené Brown on Empathy & Shame: Her Best Pieces of Advice

What’s Brené Brown’s advice on empathy and shame? In her words, how does empathy help you overcome shame? Brené Brown is a world-renowned author who’s known for her work on shame, wholeheartedness, and leadership. In most of her books, she discusses the concept of empathy, and where it falls in human nature. Read below for more about Brené Brown on empathy.

Barbra Streisand’s Acting Career on Stage and Screen

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When did Barbra Streisand begin acting? Did she worry about being typecast? How has she combined her other talents with acting? Barbra Streisand isn’t just an amazing singer; she’s also an accomplished actress. In fact, she began acting professionally before she started her singing career. Over the years, she’s enjoyed remarkable achievements in the theater and the movies. Continue reading to learn the highlights of Barbra Streisand’s acting career.

Who Is in U2? Bono, Mullen, the Edge, and Clayton

Who Is in U2? Bono, Mullen, the Edge, and Clayton

Who is in U2? How many members does the group have? Where did “The Edge” get his nickname? U2 is made of four musicians: Paul “Bono” Hewson, Larry Mullen Jr., David “the Edge” Evans, and Adam Clayton. A look at who is in the band and how they came together gives you a good understanding of what kind of group U2 is. Read more for some background on each of U2’s four members.