Barbara Streisand was met with thunderous applause at the SAG Awards as she graciously acknowledged her colleagues, expressing heartfelt gratitude,

 Barbara Streisand was met with thunderous applause at the SAG Awards as she graciously acknowledged her colleagues, expressing heartfelt gratitude,

At the recent Screen Actors Guild Awards, the esteemed Barbara Streisand was bestowed with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, adding another jewel to her crown as an iconic figure in the world of cinema.

With her trademark wit, she remarked on the predictability of the honour, adding a touch of humour to the moment.

Delving deeper into her journey, Streisand reflected on her enduring affiliation with SAG-AFTRA, spanning over six decades, expressing profound gratitude and disbelief at the passage of time.

She nostalgically recalled her childhood aspirations of stardom, painting a vivid picture of her early days in Brooklyn, where dreams were fuelled by ice cream and the pages of movie magazines.

As Streisand wrapped up her acceptance speech for the lifetime achievement award

She turned her gratitude towards the actors gathered in the auditorium. "And most importantly, I want to thank you for bringing me so much joy, just seeing you all on the screen," she expressed, prompting a round of applause from the audience.

Among the star-studded crowd, Anne Hathaway and other Hollywood luminaries listened intently as Streisand shared memories of her early admiration for Marlon Brando

Whom she dubbed as "the most beautiful actor" and her "first crush," after watching him in "Guys and Dolls" back in 1954. "He was so authentic, so reliable," she reminisced, revealing her aspiration to be the object of his affection rather than Jane Simmons.

Jennifer Aniston, a close friend of Streisand, took the stage to present her with the award, lauding her timeless talent.

"Barbra, all I can say, and you know," the "Friends" star remarked, "is that face, that voice, that talent. It's a once-in-a-lifetime gift, and we're incredibly fortunate to have it enriching our lives." Aniston also noted the serendipity of the venue being the same stage where Streisand held her first major concert in 1963, adding a touch of fate to the moment.

Bradley Cooper, known for his role as Jackson Maine in the 2018 remake of "A Star is Born," contributed to the accolades, praising Streisand as a "true storyteller," much to the audience's delight.

SAG-AFTRA, renowned for recognizing actors who epitomize the highest standards of the profession, initiated the award in 1962, with Edith Canter as the inaugural recipient.

Previous honorees include Katherine Hepburn, George Burns, Angela Lansbury, Elizabeth Taylor, Brooke Peters, Betty White, James Earl Jones, Ellen Alda, and Helen Mirren. Last year, Sally Field received the honor.

Following the announcement of Streisand's accolade, SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher celebrated her as an "icon and unmatched talent," acknowledging her journey to greatness in the industry.

Drescher highlighted Streisand's ability to captivate audiences from Broadway to the silver screen, embodying her characters with unparalleled authenticity in classics like "Funny Girl," "The Way We Were," and "A Star is Born." Drescher concluded by honoring Streisand not only for her achievements but also for her enduring legacy.

Streisand's list of achievements is nothing short of remarkable

Boasting two Oscars, ten Grammys, five Emmys, three Peabodys, and a Tony Award. Despite her success, her directorial endeavors like "Yentl,"

"The Prince of Tides," and "The Mirror Has Two Faces" earned nominations but never secured her a directing nod, a point emphasized by Oscars host Billy Crystal, who noted the absence during his 1992 broadcast after receiving seven nominations himself.

Adding to her recent ventures, Streisand unveiled a 997-page memoir titled "My Name is Barbra," offering fans a unique experience with a 48-hour-long audiobook narrated by the iconic artist herself.