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At 83, Barbra Streisand Finally Breaks Her Silence About the Seven Musicians She HATES MOST
For over six decades, Barbra Streisand has been a towering figure in the entertainment industry — a singer, actress, director, and cultural icon whose talent and determination have set her apart. Known for her meticulous artistry and commanding presence, Streisand has rarely allowed personal disputes to overshadow her career. But in a startling and uncharacteristically candid interview at the age of 83, she shocked fans by admitting there are “seven musicians I could never respect — and never work with again.”
The revelation was as surprising as it was intriguing. Streisand, often diplomatic when discussing colleagues, explained that her feelings were rooted in principle, not petty rivalry. “It’s not about jealousy,” she began. “It’s about behavior, integrity, and how you treat people. Talent is meaningless if you lack respect for others.”
She refused to provide a full list of names, instead weaving in stories that gave careful but tantalizing clues. One was a singer who, during a high-profile benefit concert in the 1980s, allegedly sabotaged her rehearsal time and then mocked her backstage. Another was a chart-topping star who, in her words, “treated musicians like disposable tools” rather than valued collaborators.
In each case, Streisand’s frustration seemed to come from a breach of professional ethics or simple kindness. “I can forgive a missed note,” she said with a wry smile, “but I cannot forgive cruelty. Music is supposed to elevate people, not diminish them.”
Some of the tensions dated back decades, rooted in industry politics and ego clashes. One story involved a much-hyped duet project that collapsed after she discovered the other artist intended to take full creative control, sidelining her vision entirely. “That’s not collaboration,” Streisand remarked. “That’s theft of spirit.”
While she admitted that “hate” might be too strong a word for some on the list, others, she suggested, had crossed lines that made reconciliation impossible. Yet even as she spoke with surprising bluntness, there was no bitterness in her tone — only a sense of hard-earned clarity. “At this point in my life, I’m not interested in pretending for the sake of appearances,” she said. “I’d rather be honest.”
The interview set social media ablaze with speculation, as fans and music insiders tried to guess the identities of the seven artists. Some praised Streisand’s candor, calling it refreshing in an industry built on polite façades, while others felt naming names would have been even more explosive.
What’s clear is that at 83, Barbra Streisand remains as unapologetically herself as ever — a woman whose career has been built not only on rare talent but on the refusal to compromise her principles. And while she may never reveal the full list, her willingness to speak openly about her boundaries shows that even the brightest stars must protect their light.
