LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Barbra Streisand, the legendary singer and actress, has revealed a long-kept secret in her memoir, 'My Name Is Barbra'.
In this tell-all book, the entertainment icon takes readers on a journey through her life, sharing personal anecdotes and insights.
One surprising revelation is that she used a secret identity, Angelina Scarangella, during her early days as a student actress, as per Mirror UK.
Barbra Streisand adopted alias of Angelina Scarangella to remain incognito
In her book, Streisand explains that her quest for knowledge and improvement led her to explore various acting classes. Despite her deep admiration for her original teacher, she desired to learn from a different perspective without causing any hurt feelings.
To achieve this, she adopted the alias Angelina Scarangella. She chose this name after stumbling upon it in a phone book, describing it as "beautiful." For years, Barbra used this pseudonym whenever she wanted to remain incognito. She even registered as 'Angelina Scarangella' when giving birth to her son, Jason, at Mount Sinai Hospital.
The secret identity extended to her professional life, with the name 'Angelina Scarangella' adorning her dressing room door backstage. However, Streisand acknowledges that she will need to retire this alias now that the world is aware of her ingenious disguise.
Barbra Streisand reveals the painful pressures of the entertainment industry
Streisand's memoir delves into the emotional toll taken by the entertainment industry, revealing that she "still hurts" from the criticism she received regarding her appearance. The renowned singer and actress disclosed that she faced recommendations to undergo nose and teeth alterations to boost her career.
She faced this dilemma head-on and ultimately decided against surgery, fearing its potential impact on her voice. Streisand also noted that a doctor once informed her of a deviated septum, speculating that it might have influenced her singing style.
In a candid revelation, she shared an encounter with another cinema legend, Marlon Brando, known for his iconic role in 'The Godfather'. Brando allegedly made a bold proposition to Barbra Streisand, asking her out on a date despite her being married.
Barbra Streisand's battle with Siri over her name
During an interview about her forthcoming memoir, 'My Name is Barbra', the two-time Oscar-winner expressed her frustration with Siri repeatedly mispronouncing her name. She emphasized, "My name isn't spelled with a 'Z'. It's Strei-sand, like sand on the beach. How simple can you get?"
In a turn of events that most can only dream of, Streisand took matters into her own hands and called Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, to address the issue. In an interview with the BBC, she recounted Cook's response, stating that he was gracious enough to have Siri change the pronunciation, highlighting the perks of fame.
Streisand's autobiography, which became a No 1 bestseller during its pre-order phase, offers a comprehensive look at her 60-year journey in the entertainment industry. It begins with her early life struggles in Brooklyn and chronicles her rise to stardom through her memorable performances in New York nightclubs.
Published by Penguin Random House, the book is described as "frank, funny, opinionated, and charming," much like the multi-talented artist herself.
