Barbra Streisand Pays Tribute to Late Co-Star and Former Lover Ryan O’Neal
Barbra Streisand took to Instagram to remember her former co-star and ex-lover, Ryan O’Neal, after his passing on Friday. The actress posted a black and white photo of the two together, reminiscing about their time working on two films together, “What’s Up, Doc?” and “The Main Event.”
In her post, Streisand described O’Neal as “funny and charming” and expressed her sadness at the news of his death. The legendary actress also mentioned their first meeting at a dinner party in 1970, and how their relationship, while initially casual, eventually “fizzled” by the time they shot “What’s Up, Doc?” in 1972.
O’Neal’s son, Patrick, announced his father’s peaceful passing, revealing that the actor had been battling leukemia and prostate cancer in recent years. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Patrick referred to his father as his hero and emphasized O’Neal’s generous and humorous nature, recalling the many times they shared laughter.
Mia Farrow, who co-starred with O’Neal in “Peyton Place,” also paid tribute to the late actor, sharing fond memories of their time on set and their friendship over the years.
Tatum O’Neal, Ryan’s daughter, expressed her gratitude for ending on good terms with her father before his death, despite their rocky relationship. She described herself as “lucky” to have had a positive resolution with O’Neal.
The entertainment industry mourns the loss of Ryan O’Neal, remembering him as a talented and funny actor, and a generous and charming individual. His legacy lives on through his numerous contributions to film and television.