They are still together decades after that fateful date and their wedding in 1998.

However, he shared some insights.

Brolin said: “I do believe in counseling.

James Brolin Barbra Streisand smiling

In an interview withVarietyin 2021, Streisand cited listening as the trick.

“The secret is to listen carefully,” the “Woman In Love” singer said.

“I think to be a good actor, you have to listen.

James Brolin Barbra Streisand smiling

To be a good person, you have to listen.

To be a good marriage partner, you have to listen.

Hear the other person.

James Brolin Barbra Streisand holding hands

Agree to disagree.”

Everybody needs to have patience and know when to take a walk.”

When they first met, Streisand criticized Brolin’s haircut and he loved it.

King asked him: “Jim, some people could’ve been turned off by that kind of directness.

That was attractive to you, right?”

He replied: “Very.

It was like a wand went,Bing!

Uh, oh, you’re screwed.

“That insult brought Brolin and Streisand together, showing that honesty is another secret to their marriage.