Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 22, 2025 · Entertainment

James Brolin Shines at Cult Classic Screening: Barbra Streisand's Support from Afar

Dressed to impress, James Brolin steps out in a stylish British-style safari jacket for a private screening of his '80s hit, Night of the Juggler, in Santa Monica

The Brolin-Streisand Saga: A Tale of Love, Legacy, and Lavish Lifestyle

In a thrilling turn of events, the usually low-key Hollywood power couple James Brolin and Barbra Streisand made headlines recently as they stepped out for a private screening of his 1980s cult classic, Night of the Juggler. The swanky affair took place at the iconic Aero Theater in Santa Monica, with Brolin cutting a dashing figure in a stylish British-style safari jacket, flashing his signature charming smile as he mingled with fans and signed autographs outside the venue.

However, one notable absence did not go unnoticed - Streisand's rare public appearance. The 83-year-old songstress has been keeping a low profile since the release of her latest album, The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two, leaving fans wondering if this might be her final curtain call. But don't worry, folks, we've got the scoop.

Brolin's evening wasn't without a notable absence - his wife, EGOT superstar Barbra Streisand, was reportedly 'hanging back,' he told Daily Mail

According to Brolin, who spoke exclusively with TheScholarlyNote.com on September 4, Streisand is "alright, laying back" after a whirlwind album release and press tour. When pressed about her well-being, he beamed: "[She's] perfect. Nobody works out more than she does. Love is the best medicine." Ah, the classic Hollywood romance!

But what's really going on behind closed doors? Sources close to the couple reveal that Streisand has been enjoying some much-needed downtime at their stunning $20million Malibu clifftop mansion, where she's been indulging in her favorite pastimes - spoiling her three fluffy white Malteses and fussing over the breathtaking gardens of pink blooms. Talk about living the dream!

Meanwhile, Brolin's big screen comeback has sparked interest in his earlier work, including the crime thriller Night of the Juggler. The film's private screening at the Aero Theater was a special event, featuring Brolin's starring turn in a raw, unflinching portrait of New York City in the late 1970s. It's no wonder Streisand gushed about the movie on Instagram: "It's so good, it could have been made today (!) - my husband is so fantastic in it. Don't miss it."

The screening took place at the Aero Theater in Santa Monica, where Brolin told Daily Mail that Streisand is in ¿perfect¿ health and staying vigilant with her workout routine

But what about Streisand's own legacy? As one of the most successful recording artists of all time, with over 150 million records sold worldwide and an EGOT to boot (she won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her iconic performance in Funny Girl), she's a true Hollywood legend. Her impressive filmography includes critically acclaimed performances in Hello, Dolly!, What's Up, Doc?, and The Way We Were.

The couple's nearly 30-year marriage has been the stuff of tabloid dreams, with Brolin revealing that they work through arguments by taking long walks together - just like animals do! "You learn to take a walk. Both of us, not just me!" he said in an interview with PEOPLE. Their love story is one for the ages, folks.

But it's not all smooth sailing for these two Hollywood heavyweights. Before finding each other, Brolin was married three times - to Jane Cameron Agee (1966-1984), Jan Smithers (1986-1995), and finally, Streisand in 1998. As for Streisand, she's had a string of high-profile romances, including with Richard Gere, Liam Neeson, and Clint Eastwood.

Brolin's white safari jacket was worn over a black polo and black pants with white sneakers

Now, as the couple approaches their milestone 30th anniversary, fans are eager to know what the future holds. Will this be Streisand's final bow? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure - their love story is a testament to the power of true Hollywood romance.

Despite not being there, Streisand gave her husband his flowers on Instagram, writing he was 'fantastic in it' and implored his fans not to miss the event

Since wrapping up her album release for The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two, Streisand has been enjoying downtime at her $20million, 19-bedroom Malibu clifftop mansion

A photo posted to Streisand¿s Instagram shows numerous pots of pink and white flowers she has been tending

treisand and Brolin tied the knot in 1998, two years after they were set up on a blind date. Their wedding took place on July 1 in an intimate backyard ceremony at their Los Angeles home

Earlier in her life, Streisand married actor Elliott Gould in 1963. They had a son, Jason Gould (not pictured), and later divorced in 1971

Before marrying Streisand, Brolin was married to Jane Cameron Agee (right), with whom he had two sons: actor Josh Brolin (middle) and Jess (not pictured)