[Culture&] 'Living Legend' Barbra Streisand Receives Honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes

An Icon of the Era Who Embodies the American Dream, Standing at the Pinnacle of Cannes

The icon of the era who perfectly embodies the American Dream, 'Barbra Streisand', will embrace the highest honor, the 'Honorary Palme d'Or', at the '79th Cannes Film Festival'. This award ceremony, honoring her brilliant achievements as a global actor, director, producer, and singer, will be broadcast live worldwide from the Palais des Festivals stage on Saturday, May 23.

[Photo View] The 'Funny Girl' Who Became a Legend, Shining as Cannes' Brightest Star

Crossing between Hollywood and Broadway, 'Barbra Streisand' has maintained the pinnacle of popular culture for over half a century. As a role model for women worldwide through uncompromising freedom and artistic achievement, she will create another monumental scene in film history by receiving the highest honor at this year's 'Cannes Film Festival'.

The Power of Art That Transcends Borders and Politics

Upon hearing the news of her award, Streisand expressed, "I feel a deep sense of pride and humility standing alongside the past 'Honorary Palme d'Or' recipients who have inspired me for so long," and delivered a profound message stating, "Especially in difficult times, film proves the power of imagination to create a more compassionate world that transcends borders and politics."

The records she has left in the history of popular culture are unparalleled. Her major achievements, reaching the peak in both film and music, are as follows.

• Film Industry: Appeared in 19 films, directed 3. Winner of 2 Academy Awards and 11 Golden Globe Awards. First woman to win the 'Academy Award for Best Original Song' in 1977, and first woman to win the 'Golden Globe Award for Best Director' in 1984.

• Music Industry: Released 37 studio albums, winner of 10 Grammy Awards. The only artist to have consecutive 'Billboard Album Chart No. 1' records across six decades from the 1960s to the 2010s.

A Pioneer Who Broke Hollywood's Glass Ceiling

Cannes Film Festival Chairman Iris Knobloch praised her, stating, "An artist who has left a distinct mark through the power of art and the pursuit of uncompromising freedom." Indeed, Streisand's journey has been one of boldness and independence.

In particular, the film 'Yentl', which she produced, adapted, directed, and starred in, is the first instance in Hollywood history where a female director was given a large production budget. By breaking the rules herself and paving a new path, she subsequently proved her exceptional directorial skills with the successful films 'The Prince of Tides' and 'The Mirror Has Two Faces'.

A Living Legend Connecting Stage and Screen

Dominating the cabaret stage at 18 and releasing her first album at 21, she made her screen debut at 26 in director William Wyler's 'Funny Girl', simultaneously winning the Academy Award for Best Actress. As a dazzling actress and outstanding singer, she left timeless masterpieces that resonate with audiences, such as 'Hello, Dolly!', 'A Star Is Born', and 'The Way We Were'.

Cannes Film Festival Executive Chairman Thierry Frémaux remarked, "She is a legendary combination that connects Broadway and Hollywood, music halls and screens," and praised, "Listening to her songs and watching her performances is one of the most beautiful moments of our lives."

Unstoppable Success, Unceasing Positive Influence

Amidst her unstoppable success, Streisand has transformed her influence into social commitment. Through the 'Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center' and the 'Streisand Foundation' established in 1986, she leads comprehensive social movements for gender equality, minority rights, and environmental protection.

'The 79th Cannes Film Festival' welcomes this legendary 'Funny Girl' to the Croisette for the first time, sharing a glorious moment that will remain in film history with the world. "Hello, Gorgeous!"