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Episode Date: March 16, 2026Jane Fonda expresses frustration over Barbra Streisands Oscars tribute to Robert Redford, highlighting their four film collaborations and Redfords nickname for her. Fans react differently to Stre...isands speech, showcasing the enduring impact of their classic films. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6b91c31b7a582412
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On March 16th, here's the latest in entertainment and celebrity news.
Jane Fonda voiced her frustration after Barber Strissan delivered the in-memorium tribute to Robert Redford at the 2026 Oscars.
The event happened on March 15th, honoring Redford who passed away on September 16, 2025, at age 89.
Fonda, now 88, felt she knew him better, having starred with him in four films over six decades.
Strysan, 83, shared memories from their 1973 movie,
The Way We Were, the only project they did together.
She recalled convincing Redford to take the role after he initially turned it down,
praising his subtle acting and their playful friendship.
Redford even nicknamed her Babs, which always made her laugh.
Fonda made her feelings clear at the Vanity Fair Oscars party,
telling entertainment tonight that Streisand only did one movie with him while she did.
Four. Those included The Chase in 1966, barefoot in the park the next year, the electric horseman
in 1979, and Our Souls at. Night in 2017. Fonda admitted she was always in love with Redford,
calling him gorgeous with strong values who boosted independent films. She had shared deep grief
right after his death, saying it hit her hard and she cannot stop crying. Redford meant a lot to her
as a beautiful person who stood for core American ideals worth fighting for. Fans had mixed
takes on Streisand's emotional speech, with some moved to tears while others cited with Fondas
point about their collaborations. The Hollywood spat highlights the lasting bonds from those
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