Barbra Streisand - The complete Jonathan Ross interview (October 1, 2009)

[@Kiwibloke2025]

She has more talent in her little finger nail than majority of all female singers past and present have combined. True icon

[@SueCashmore]

Most definitely…although Ella Fitzgerald takes some beating. She’s my all time favourite singer always xx

[@stueeyphoenix]

Isn't Barbra Streisand devastatingly enchanting. Her presence is as breath-taking as her voice. I am still as in awe and mesmerised by her outstanding unique beauty now as I was as a child. I find that I hang on her every word in humble admiration whether Streisand is talking or singing. I find her exquisitely hypnotic

[@RabbiDrTheo]

Yes yes yes yes yes yes and yes she is memorizing she's exquisite she's gorgeous I would love her to love me she's still beautiful and yes she's very Brooklyn where I'm very Newark and very New York City I still I still hear her Yiddish kite which is a fabulous language very funny and hearing it from her I'm so proud that she is a Jewish I am so proud she is the current policy to Domingo are the best on the planet nobody can compare no one no one

[@Jefferson1969-u4s]

How does she do it? I am new to her talent as I am a rock n roller. But she captivates me.

[@Jefferson1969-u4s]

Johnathan is a bit silly. Asking her stupid questions like “…does she do rap…” And being rather obsequious. Not a great interviewer

[@BrettTwinSavage]

@@Jefferson1969-u4s I've seen her in concert twice in venues of nearly 20,000, once in 1994 and again in 2006. Both times she managed to make those huge venues feel very small and intimate, as if you were the only person there and she was singing directly to you. I was a kid in the 70s but was taken to see all her movies. Whenever she was on screen you couldn't stop looking at her--it didn't matter who else was in the movie or what was happening. There is something that draws you in. As you said, she's captivating.

[@Jefferson1969-u4s]

@@BrettTwinSavage wow! That sounds amazing

[@niajenkins3583]

Absolutely fabulous 🎉 her voice is beautiful as always and she looks amazing too

[@shadykatie100]

She is gorgeous!

[@rohanashman-wilkinson1099]

I worked for Barbra in the 80,s in Malibu and Beverly Hills as her gardener, I met her at the nursery I worked at and went on to work on her Malibu properties and her Beverly Hills home….she is an amazing woman, she new exactly want she wanted and was respectful and encouraging of my skills. I loved that she owned the whole back half of a canyon, each house had a different theme with everything colour coordinated. I especially loved that her favourite house was a tiny two storey place at the back of the property with old furniture from her Brooklyn days, huge star, humble living, and loved her gardens. ❤️❤️❤️

[@faithe54]

Humble living with multiple homes in a canyon? But I do like that she has honored her Bklyn roots and still has that old school NY accent.

[@azbycx56]

Why did you stop working for her?

[@rohanashman-wilkinson1099]

@@azbycx56 I was young and on an adventure, I guess I thought opportunities like that would never end. It was a great experience, I have wonderful memories of the people I worked for during my time in the US

[@MarkWhitman-h5t]

Lovely to hear this first-hand account of someone who worked for her praising her kindness and taste. I have heard a few such accounts of her. One guy, I remember, said that when she talked with you, she gave you her undivided attention. That can be rare in the entertainment world, where folk are always vying for a star's attention...

[@gavinbarnes6310]

Lol sure u did

[@ATLcentury334]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen her in such a playful mood during an interview. You could tell she was actually enjoying her time with Mr. Ross.

[@thezmanchar]

You know who said she is not attractive is ridiculously foolish… She is so beautiful, and just very classy. So talented. Who justifies beauty in any part of this world. Men have fallen in love with her all over the world.

[@barbraevergreen]

Exactly! She's got this charm and class... Such a sexy woman. ❤😍

[@paulsoderquist4788]

Amen. She is beautiful in every way

[@susieq8424]

Indeed! I've always thought she's absolutely gorgeous!

[@moiraanneshearer3572]

It was herself who thought that. I have never heard of anyone but herself who said it or thought it. Not in print anyway.

[@MarkWhitman-h5t]

@moiraanneshearer3572 There once was a whole cadre of them, including deeply annoying critic John Simon, who never failed to make cracks about her looks, esp her prominent nose...

[@sharbear5722]

There can never be another Barbara she is by far the most talented of all time. She sings acts and produces. No one can top her voice ever in history. God bless Barbara

[@NoteFromSELF]

Right. Especially because it's BARBRA.

[@camerong5513]

she's very talented, but calm the farm. Especially when you don't know her name

[@zachlen48]

I was there that night and it was wonderful to re-live it at 76 years old. I thought she was beautiful in the 60's and I was right.

[@thesiluresscribe567]

Streisand is the consummate star, very professional and this is an excellent example of her stardom.

[@NoteFromSELF]

In bed with my two girl dogs Betty and Quinn on Christmas Eve, 2023. I was sort of on a Barbra KZbin binge and I had no intention of watching the whole hour of this interview. Yet here I am listening to her sing. Barbra and Jonathan had great chemistry. This was really a very interesting conversation. They were both hilarious and real. I love Barbra even more and am now a Jonathan Ross fan. 👏👏👏

[@matthewstyles37]

I LOVE it when she is interviewed by someone smart and genuinely interested in her and her career. You can just see her pleasure and how she opens up more and more. Wonderful!!

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[@joannecoley5996]

What a great interview! She is so real and the host was really really natural! Thank you Jonathan Ross!

[@karensamer7454]

I saw Barbara Streisand in Sydney Australia at an outdoor venue it started pouring with rain The concert was phenomanal I cried with happiness the whole way through I will never forget seeing this living legend live

[@chrislandis6873]

She looked fabulous and did a good interview. At 70 yrs of age here, she sounds stellar and better than most female singers in their 40s and 50s. Streisand not only has a voice that's lasted, she's highly adaptable and can literally sing ANYTHING.

[@lauriefuda]

Maybe the information on this video is wrong? It looks like it was from Oct 2009. She was born in 1942. Not 70 years old.

[@chrislandis6873]

@@lauriefuda you're correct. she was 67 here and better than most in their 40s and 50s as stated. i know those 3 yrs make a big difference

[@SolidDragonUK]

She is utterly captivating

[@SoniaLemmer-n9l]

What a charming host, to draw Barbra out of her shell só gently… magnificent!!

[@di2743]

The British always can - ❤

[@hansiesma16]

He’s utterly star struck like I’ve never seen him before. He’s clearly besotted. Who isn’t!

[@normagrimstad8869]

When she sang with Judy Garland on television for the first time, she was 21. She’s just turned 80!

[@Zee-et4rd]

First of all, Barbra looks like a youngster at her 68 years of life. Secondly, what a lucky audience!!

[@laraoneal7284]

She’s 81. Today.

[@Zee-et4rd]

@@laraoneal7284 at the time of this video she was 68.

[@shadykatie100]

@@Zee-et4rd She still is so pretty there too. 😀

[@terrytownsend5583]

@@Zee-et4rdfeel free to defend yourself

[@lauriefuda]

@@Zee-et4rd The date I'm seeing on the video is it is from Oct 1, 2009. She was born in April 1942, so she would have been 67. Sorry, just being a nit picky Gemini, LOL.

[@beckyporter9970]

Aaaaaaaw you can see when she starts to relax with him - he shows her so much respect! Cutest interview ever x

[@keithnorris8982]

Even just talking her voice is beautiful.

[@Happyboymargarine]

I always say that. Her speaking voice is silky smooth. But I’m those 70’s movies she was funny talked very fast very different

[@cliftonboyz1959]

She is a challenging interviewee…Jonathan does well to keep the conversation going. She is very private and possibly an introvert.

[@janicecarter2836]

I love everything about her..she makes people feel the music that she feels

[@lepetitchat123]

It's just weird how she got into show business in the first place if she had stage fright and all that...its not like she fell into it by accident. She ACTIVELY pursued a career in show business when she first started out. She tried so hard to sound like she was a reluctant actor/entertainer but she was not. Her words are not consistent with her actions.

[@adale2771]

It’s like pulling teeth, trying to get her to open up while being interviewed , still I enjoyed watching this .

[@moviebuff5230]

@cliftonboyz59, I don't understand your comment. She answered all his questions and also elaborated. But she is a very private person.

[@moviebuff5230]

⁠@@adale2771sounds like you didn't listen to the whole thing

[@DeeAche]

What an amazing evening. Everyone there was exactly where they should be. Jonathan was perfect. Sweet Barbara was just so wonderful. And the audience. You could feel the comfort flowing throughout. And then her singing on top. Wow! So beautiful and the pianist and band played to perfection and complimented one of the greatest voices of all time. Thank you everyone! Wow!

[@anthonyb1752]

She looks so incredible here.

[@lorettabeer4731]

I grew up watching her movies. She was fantastic in the movie A Star Is Born- her singing is unbelievable.

[@SueCashmore]

I was pregnant with my first daughter but at the beginning of the pregnancy I went to see A Star Is Born…and almost threw up within the first 10 minutes of the film….nothing to do with Babs! My husband made me leave and get some fresh air. I was so upset, but 10 minutes outside I came back to see the rest of the film!

[@lawsoncabell]

“Why am I not gay? I love you and like to dress my dogs?” Love it. What a gem. Great interview.

[@erichawk4385]

There will never ever be anyone as amazing as Barbra Streisand 😍I adore her.

[@deborahcooper1288]

Absolutely

[@cherylwoodie45]

Adore her

[@ernarc23]

What a special evening. She was gorgeous. I love hearing her sing in French. 💕

[@dizzydino1]

She IS such a gorgeous, Humble!, and Multi talented Artist ❤

[@fobesq]

Her voice is without a doubt a musical instrument par excellence. One of the best, if not the best, singer of all time. Her tone, her diction, her high notes, her low notes, her unbelievable sustaining of notes, are simply incredible.

[@torilllundborn7899]

I find People of Jewish heritage are soo interessting and scilled People..within soo many branches in the world Think about music...song..movies..theater.. WHATEVER Thank God for them.. In Jesus Christ. Amen❤

[@carolynratliff1380]

This was your BEST INTERVIEW EVER!!!!!! I was so excited that you asked the best questions….she is my favorite too…..please get Barry Gibb on next……what about her son Jason????? I just love you

[@lalaprice4254]

What a great treat for that day's audience. An unforgettable experience, for sure.

[@eod1589]

I love Barbra Streisand. She is the most iconic, gifted and talented singer, actress, songwriter, concert and movie producer, concert and movie director, a filmmaker and an author. She is a legendary DIVA😍

[@ahhapodcast8951]

This was a pleasurably find. Ms. Streisand has been a favorite of mine for decades. She is so relax here which makes her sense of humor come through.

[@gemmab8626]

Oh good Lord!!!! What a GIFT!!! So happy to have discovered this interview!!! EEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!

[@jcarterjoseph9066]

The greatest star. By far. I've loved her from her first album (I was there). And decades later, we still clamor for her draaama! And one of the most charming women of them all. Can't imagine my life without the joy she has given me. Thank you Gustavo for posting this.

[@spencermoore2468]

By far the best interview Jonathan Ross has ever done.

[@miscellanyman263]

Happy 80th Birthday, Barbra (April 24, 2022).

[@bslomof-1901]

She looks so natural here. She looks great.

[@Jsah11]

This is a fantastic interview. Still watching in 2022.

[@Bijoushow]

And in 2023!

[@NancySlider]

And 2024 ❤

[@debbiestott3651]

Great to see her so relaxed and having fun. Jonathan is so funny. Those doggie outfits were hilarious.

[@myronmadey3040]

God! I Love Barbra! An incredible interview!! Love everything about it!Love everything about Barbra!

[@paulyoung01]

She has gone right up in my estimation, What a lovely lady.

[@chrishannon8187]

This was a great interview and I think Barbra couldn’t resist Jonathon’s charms. Well done both of you. The songs at the end were stinking made me feel like I was in a movie

[@vascoemyer]

Wow! So rare to experience a singer who can live sound as good if not better than their recordings. I fell in love with her extraordinary talent all over again, JR kudos for an exemplary interview. This is entertainment ✨

[@kent3900]

I grew up in the 1970s and 80s listening to her pristine, flawless, remarkably amazing voice. I take great comfort in the memories of hearing Barbra sing. Also from hearing my sister in law doing a fantastic job singing her songs - particularly ‘The Way We Were’ and ‘Evergreen’. In my opinion Barbra is the greatest female singer of all time, that I have ever known - and will probably ever know in my lifetime - I am in my mid 50s now. An all round talent; Director, Producer, and to quote the great Lady herself “An Actress whom sings!” … Barbra has been the greatest influence on probably all of the modern day female performers, from the past 50 years, including legends such as Whitney (RIP) and Madonna, she has delivered unadulterated therapy to countless millions the world over, through the medicine of song for 5 decades. A stunningly beautiful woman, whose voice is quite literally timeless ✨ Thanks for the Memories Babs

[@MrAdamski555]

I worked on this show. She was simply amazing, still get a thrill remembering the experience. JR a genuine fan

[@blanchefan]

I've been looking at the first half of this interview for several weeks now. But tonight I watched it all. I didn't know she sang!! Two lovely, delicate "cabaret" type songs--flawless, magical. I'm so moved I don't know what to say...except thank you, God, for letting me finally discover the songs! I enjoyed the entire interview, but--my Lord. :)

[@rhondabrown2842]

Where have you been all those years? Hiding under a rock?!!😂😂 I've been a huge fan since a little girl, so glad you've now "discovered" her in your life. Better late than never, Enjoy!🙂😊😊

[@blanchefan]

@@rhondabrown2842 I mean I didn't know she sang in this clip; Barbra and I go way way back!

[@dianegarciaprieto2118]

Think it was a great interview she's very natural. Brilliant 💯👏💙♥️Love her.

[@beataniezgoda1857]

Thank you for reminding this witty and intelligent show.

[@jsmum196]

Beautiful pure sound voice!

[@MJ-qb5ph]

My god she is so down to earth. Incredible

[@624radicalham]

Down to earth talking about creating a "street" in her basement with replica stores, and mentioning "art nouveau"?

[@patricedecourcy4505]

@@624radicalham What's wrong about that? Is building mini tracks, whole villages, forests for small trains more down to earth?

[@MJ-qb5ph]

@@624radicalham all she did was respond to his questions. I didn’t detect a hint of arrogance in her. She’s an artist for god sake - cut her some slack. I think she’s amazing

[@fionabooth1816]

@@624radicalham yes but it doesn't sound arrogant. She made a lot of money from her talent. She gave a lot to charity but she has a lot to play with! But she is down to earth. Recently I watched a great documentary about her early years. She had a very difficult childhood. Everything she has she has built and earned from nothing. Don't knock it!

[@624radicalham]

@@fionabooth1816Hardly "down to earth" as the OP commented ...

[@tonitalas1757]

Jonathan, a superb interview with the most talented and brilliant person on earth 🌎

[@stephenhadfield7715]

Absolutely remarkable. Who other than BS could perform live with such perfection? An absolute star in every way

[@voraciousreader3341]

Her interpretation was lovely, I’ll give you that, but she’s only got the ghost of her former glorious instrument left from letting her gift languish for decades. The voice is just like your fine motor coordination or your cognitive skills….if you use it, you won’t lose it, and I’m far too honest to be able to say this was remotely excellent. Go listen to her albums from the first 20 years of her career, and you’ll know what I’m talking about.

[@resnullius24]

@@voraciousreader3341 I mean... Of course its named "the passing of the years".

[@copa1952]

Cut her a break, you try doing your career until u r 80, when I turned retirement age I retired. But for her skills, I think she is fantastic!! Think before you speak! You all r rude!!!

[@kasondaleigh]

She looks amazing!

[@jochenstossberg5427]

She's the best, no doubt about it. We've lost Sarah Vaughn, Carmen McRae and pretty much everyone who was in this category, but we've still got Barbra, and she's still singing for us. The two albums of the unreleased songs are fabulous. She seemed to be having fun here too which is great.

[@SueCashmore]

I saw her ‘live’ in London 1994-5. My heart almost jumped out of my chest!

[@valeriebowen8850]

Amazing person nothing but good words for this women I love her ❤️

[@larciabella]

I LOVE THIS INTERVIEW!!!!!!

[@michaelmcgarry7701]

I think this is Barbra's best interviews.

[@lechaewilliams4524]

Wow I saw Barbara in Concert when she came to Australia, it was a Dream Come True fore me. Just love her!❤️

[@karensamer7454]

Was it in Sydney was it raining They actually gave out rain capes I was entranced

[@Spartanm333]

The power of her voice emotionally - at 26.24 two seconds into Evergreen my eyes are full of tears. It's a gift from above of course. Tears of joy and emotion. I've loved this woman since I was 14 and watched On A Clear Day. Thanks for the upload. Guess what I'm putting on next... A Star Is Born.

[@tenga3tango]

So nice of her to drop by on Jonathan Ross

[@marysmith9361]

Great interview! She's a private person but I enjoyed this because I am a fan of Barbra. Beautiful voice! Loved her in What's Up Doc?"

[@mattdeans9873]

Glad I stuck it through. She is very shy and nervous when she came out but warmed up very nicely during the program. This was, in my opinion, her best singing. Her Barbra-isms are gone and she really brings out the best in these wonderful songs. As singers age, as with all great artists, things get more refined like a Stradivarius. Thanks for a great post.

[@EliMardirossian]

why would her being shy & nervous put you off are shy people not allowed to live? Ugh

[@mattdeans9873]

@@EliMardirossian Why would you think I was put off????

[@Puppyfur44]

The Barbraisms are the reason she became the singer she is. Have you gone back and listened to any of her very early stuff? Her singing was beautiful, controlled, powerful.

[@mattdeans9873]

@@Puppyfur44 Not continually but yes. If ever there was a God given gift, she is it. I was a jazz and standards singer and the thought tht she never vocalizes astounds me how perfect she is. Like Bette, some of her early stuff was dramatically over the top but as she has grown as an artist, like a Stradivarius violin, her voice is awe inspiring. When she sang those songs I commented on, the song and her Stradivarius richness sold itself and brought out the true honest emotion without the extra flair that did indeed help to make here a superstar. Just my take. wink wink!!

[@gilbydog7350]

A beautiful and well informed interview. I have seen Barbra live in concert twice, both of the Sydney concerts on consecutive nights in March 2000. She is a remarkable artist.

[@karensamer7454]

I was at the one where ir rained

[@absamdb]

Dear Gustavo, Thanks for sharing this wonderful UK TV appearance to the KZbin audience. The interview was fun with the bonus of a rare live TV musical performance. I think Barbra’s live rendition of “If You Go Away” is one of the top 5 TV performances of her career. Exquisite vocal and such a beautifully acted piece, this is a Masterclass performance. Thank you Barbra for sharing your gift with the world. 💕🤗🙏

[@brexitannia9703]

I think this is one of her best interviews the odd time she looked a little uncomfortable but who wouldn't unless you have a few gins ! She's a private person who has a beautiful singing voice she's a gem . And Johnathan Ross did a brilliant job as always.

[@cwest171265]

Loved this. Thank you for posting. She is just the best of the best. There will never be another like her. Just wish she’d do more interviews!

[@robbinjuliano9014]

Barbra has a rare beauty, with the gift of a voice of an angel! Also a terrific actress! Whether in a comedy or serious role, Barbra can act.

[@ClaireCelticMystic]

I am reading I Am Barbra, her Memoir: it is huge, so I got the library copy and I am so happy to hear all the details of all her experiences, making films, standing up to challenges, and overcoming many things with prayer, and singing, and directing and acting stories she loves.

[@acme.videos]

Barbra is so exquisitely beautiful!!

[@garethwood6659]

This is a great interview. Barbara is captivating.

[@nellyb2434]

A beautiful, classy, talented lady - they're getting rare these days. What a legend! I got the goosebumps in The Way We Were clip - I always related to Katie. One of my favourite films ever.

[@patrickfleury5553]

Happy 80th Anniversary Barbra Streisand 🎵 People, People who need people All the luckiest people in the world. And we love you.🎂🌷🌹❤️💕💞🎂🌷🌹🎶💕

[@arthurmarks7062]

And she still looks fabulous and beautiful !!!!What an incredible star ❤❤

[@papapiers1588]

Firstly thanks for posting. The interview was absolutely excellent. Ms Streisand quite simply divine. JR done a great job. I really did enjoy this.

[@monithorburn1301]

Best interview ever, I am so glad I watched it!

[@MicharlMcGarry-pn1fd]

One of your best interviews Barbra. Michael

[@pianonine]

That was an intimate time with Babs...and she still sings like an angel...what's not to love about this world treasure. I love you Babs...xoxo

[@kamalamoori3990]

One of her best albums. Love the double cd with the quartet and the full orchestra ♥️

[@ingridoconnor6251]

Absolutely stunning. ❤

[@mikeydan]

I have to agree... some of her interviews feel tense... but, this was great. and, she looked stunning.

[@linmonash1244]

An absolute Master Class. Best of the Best. Gobsmackingly good. At what? 2009 - Age 67? To just step up & deliver that 'cold'... Pitch perfect. Not a note out of place not a quaver. No unintended vibrato etc. Didn't think it was possible to Love Barbara more! Realise today was wrong! Barbara taught me to sing you know. Later it was Roberta Flack, Billie Holliday, Joni Mitchell -and so on... but the first was 'Babs'. I used to prance around the house - from about age 10 - singing each & every one of her songs, copying every note - every nuance - all the dynamics - tone - everything. When I auditioned for choir ( I sang Evergreen ) the choirmaster asked me Who had been my vocal coach and I answered; "Barbara Streisand!" and they smiled and put me straight into the Soprano section. Jonathon did a great interview didn't he. At first Barbara looked a bit rattled to be confronted by an Interviewer / Mad Fan! But when she realised he was simply & respectfully besotted ( rather than 'actively rabid'! } she relaxed & it really went rather well! 😉

[@leeharris1114]

🌹💗 Their is something very , very special about a famous person that can make me CrY during an interview , for me only BARBRA can make that happen 💗🌹

[@christinahagerman280]

Great interview. Love all the music from this CD. Barbara is the real deal. I have been a fan since I watched her perform on the Ed Sullivan Show. The Way We Were is a favourite classic that I watch at least once a year.

[@vickiepaul8258]

She is wonderful. I love all her work.

[@froufou100]

first time seeing an interview with Babs, she is delightful and so is JR, I had a lovely time, thank you

[@bslomof-1901]

OMG, it's Barbra Streisand!

[@rosaliebaker5988]

She sent me a pitcher of her self!! said best regards!! I was 17 years old.. I'll NEVER! Forget it..👍😊

[@kathyannk]

Exquisite. Superb. Spellbinding.

[@coalwood7274]

Can u imagine. Just imagine the level of Talent it takes to create what they did in screen. No words...

[@barbraevergreen]

Class act. 👑❤️

[@nathelondon3719]

Unique, unequaled, unparalleled.

[@Rasscasse]

Agreed. Agreed. Agreed 😄

[@victoriakelly3007]

The very best Of the best. Love you Barbra.

[@Joy-qw3wm]

Great interview ,i`ve loved barbra for years ,ever since i saw her in "A Star is Born".Amazing lady.

[@Jayla60]

What a delightful and witty interview -- I thoroughly enjoyed it. Barbra, nobody better.

[@MrYonexguy63]

Shes very present for this.

[@walterroberts2861]

He Is An English Gentleman; He Is Truly A Great Interviewer!!!!🦌🦌🦌🦌🦌

[@isabertrand6221]

Yeah, this is clear, The interview is great ! GustavoDeSantaFe, now, you know (how far) I am a fan of Barbra Streisand!

[@adadc4052]

Thanks for posting. I love to watch Barbra sing live....I love the "We Small..." recording from Just for the Record better though. The pianist is killing it....

[@lindawright6143]

This lady is a super star no other voice can match hers what a talent, wish we seen more of her my favourite is ever green cry every time , barbar your beautiful inside and out , never stop singing,💯🥰