What did Barbra Streisand say about Michael Jackson and what is the original A Star is Born actress’ net worth?
FROM movies and television series to albums and international tours, Barbra Streisand has done it all.
But she put her foot in it with recent comments made about Michael Jackson's alleged victims. Here's the lowdown on the star's net worth, movies and when you can see her perform live.
What did Barbra Streisand say about Michael Jackson?
Barbra Streisand has sparked outrage after claiming Michael's Jackson's alleged victims were "thrilled" to be with the star - as she said "it didn't kill them".
The singer, 76, launched into a bizarre defence of Jacko - claiming he had "sexual needs" after Wade Robson and James Safechuck him of child molestation in Leaving Neverland.
She told she "absolutely" believes the two men, but says it's the fault of their parents for allowing them to sleep in a bed with the "very sweet" and "very childlike" Jackson.
Streisand, who once turned down the offer to sing a duet with the King of Pop, said: "His sexual needs were his sexual needs, coming from whatever childhood he has or whatever DNA he has.
"You can say 'molested', but those children, as you heard say [the grown-up Robson and Safechuck], they were thrilled to be there. They both married and they both have children, so it didn’t kill them."
She admitted she "feels bad" for both Jackson and his accusers as she asked why the parents didn't question the singer's need for "these little children dressed like him".
What is Barbra Streisand's net worth?
According to , Barbra's net with us $400 million in 2018, which is around £313 million.
She has made Forbes' list of America's Richest Self-Made Women more than once and currently sits at number 48 behind media giants like Oprah Winfrey and Sheryl Sandberg.
The multitalented star's wealth comes from her music sales, tours and acting gigs.
Barbra has received numerous awards that recognise her success including ren Grammy Awards, two Oscar Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Which films is Barbra known for?
Barbra Joan Streisand has been in countless films in her decades-long career.
She starred in original version the A Star is Born in 1976.
Barbra started her movie career with Funny Girl (1968), before taking on other important roles in Hello, Dolly! (1969), On A Clear Day You Can See Forever (1970) and The Owl and the Pussycat (1970).
Her portrayal of the leading character, Esther Hoffman, in the original A Star Is Born back in 1976 was a huge hit, too.
Since then Barbra's big-screen career has continued to bloom with roles in films like Yentl (1983), Meet the Fockers (2004), and The Guilt Trip (2012) among many other projects.
The star has also appeared on the small screen with her most recent parts being in Modern Family and Miami Vice.
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When can you see Barbra live in concert?
There is good news for Barbara fans as she is coming to the UK.
You can catch her headlining the British Summer Time festival at Hyde Park, London on July 7, 2019.
Tickets start at £78.55 plus booking fee.