When Barbra Streisand found out she was expecting her only child, the news took her by surprise. Now, she proudly celebrates her son, who has followed in her footsteps. Let’s take a look at his transformation over the years.
Barbra Streisand’s son has led a unique life, balancing his love for the arts with a desire for privacy. Fans can’t help but notice how much he looks like his famous mom, and his transformation over the years has only deepened their fascination.
Barbra Streisand is a mother of one. | Source: Getty Images
Barbra’s experience of becoming a mother seemed to have brought a fresh perspective on her own childhood. She opened up about the deep emotional impact of losing her father at only 15 months old, describing it as a significant void in her life.
In her memoir, “My Name Is Barbra,” the actress also described her complicated relationship with her mother, who was emotionally reserved.
“I was angry that I didn’t have a father,” Barbra recalled, adding that her mother avoided talking about him, fearing it would only intensify her grief.
When Barbra questioned her parent’s lack of affection, her mother explained, “My parents never hugged me … but I knew they loved me,” to which the singer responded, “Well, I didn’t know you loved me.”
Barbra Streisand shared losing a father left a significant void in her life which was later filled by her only child. | Source: Getty Images
In addition to the painful revelations about her family, Barbra also reflected on her journey into motherhood. At 21, she married her first husband, actor Elliot Gould, in 1963, and not long after, they encountered an unexpected surprise.
Barbra recalled her reaction to discovering she was pregnant, describing it as a shock. She admitted, “For years I had honestly thought there was something wrong with me, because I had never gotten pregnant. Having a baby seemed like something for other women, not for me.”
The celebrity recounted a passionate evening with Elliot during rehearsals in London, noting how an intense mix of emotions led to a moment of vulnerability.
“And that’s when it happened...
