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Barbara Streisand Unleashes Fury on Meghan Markle at SAG Awards

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Barbara Streisand Unleashes Fury on Meghan Markle at SAG Awards

In a stunning turn of events at the 2024 SAG Awards, legendary singer and actress Barbara Streisand used her acceptance speech for the SAG Life Achievement Award to unleash a scathing critique of .

The audience, along with millions of viewers at home, was left in shock as Streisand, known for her candidness, did not hold back in her remarks about the former actress and royal.

What was meant to be a celebration of Streisand's illustrious career quickly morphed into a fiery rant against Markle.

Streisand accused Markle of lying, manipulating, and exploiting , the royal family, and the public.

Her comments were particularly pointed, especially given her long-standing criticism of Markle since she married Harry in 2018.

Streisand expressed her disgust and outrage over Markle's claims of racism and sexism made during her controversial interview with .

She recounted watching the interview with disbelief, stating that she knew Markle personally and believed she was far from the innocent victim she portrayed herself to be.

Instead, Streisand painted a picture of Markle as a cunning and ambitious woman with a history of using others to climb the social ladder.

The singer didn't shy away from sharing her own experiences with Markle, revealing that she had hired her as a personal assistant back in 2012.

At that time, Markle was still trying to make a name for herself as an actress on the show “Suits.”

Streisand described her as a “nightmare” to work with, citing issues like tardiness, rudeness, and dishonesty.

According to Streisand, Markle would often arrive late, offer excuses, and complain incessantly.

The accusations escalated as she claimed Markle had stolen money, belongings, and even ideas from her.

In a shocking revelation, Streisand said that Markle had used her fame to gain access to exclusive events, where she networked with celebrities while flirting her way through the scene.

After six months of frustration, Streisand said she finally fired Markle when she discovered a major scam.

Markle allegedly forged Streisand's signature and used her credit card to buy luxury items, including jewelry and clothing.

Even more alarming, she booked travel accommodations under Streisand's name, intending to meet , whom she had contacted online while posing as Streisand's friend.

When confronted about these actions, Streisand claimed Markle denied everything and accused her of jealousy and paranoia.

The situation escalated as Markle reportedly threatened to sue Streisand and tarnish her reputation before abruptly leaving, leaving behind a note that read, “Sorry Barbara, thanks for everything, you're a great woman, but I have bigger dreams, love, Megan.”

Streisand claimed she reported Markle to the police and her credit card company, but they were unable to recover her losses or apprehend Markle.

She also attempted to alert Prince Harry and the royal family about her concerns, but felt dismissed as a liar.

Watching Markle marry Harry in 2018, Streisand expressed sorrow for Harry, who she believed fell victim to Markle's manipulative charms.

After witnessing Markle and Harry's recent interview with Oprah, where they positioned themselves as victims while attacking the royal family, Streisand felt compelled to share her story.

She was outraged by what she perceived as Markle's hypocrisy and audacity, stating her intention to expose Markle's true character as a “nasty grifter.”

Streisand asserted that she has proof and witnesses to support her claims and is prepared to face Markle in court if necessary.

This bold declaration sent shockwaves through the audience and the media, igniting a scandal that many are still grappling with.

The fallout from Streisand's speech has been immense, with public reactions ranging from shock to support for the iconic singer.

Many praised her courage to speak out, risking her reputation to defend the royal family and reveal what she believes to be the truth about Markle.

As for Markle and Harry, sources close to the couple indicate they are furious and considering legal action against Streisand, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation.

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