Actress-singer Barbra Streisand will be honored with an honorary Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival in May. This prestigious award ceremony on May 23 will mark Streisand’s first appearance at Cannes. Streisand expressed her gratitude, stating that movies have the power to unite people and showcase our shared humanity, especially in challenging times.
Festival director Thierry Fremaux praised Streisand as a global star and an artist who shares her unique projects with the world. He highlighted her exceptional career that bridges Broadway and Hollywood, music, and film. Streisand’s impact on pop culture in the latter half of the 20th century was acknowledged in a press release from Cannes.
The press release emphasized Streisand’s unparalleled success in the entertainment industry and her significant influence on pop culture. Notable past recipients of the honorary Palme d’Or include Peter Jackson, Agnes Varda, Jodie Foster, Meryl Streep, Robert De Niro, and Tom Cruise. Streisand’s philanthropic endeavors, such as supporting gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and arts education for underprivileged children, were also highlighted.
