Meryl Streep accepts the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2004

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    Meryl Streep accepts the 32nd AFI Life Achievement Award (2004).
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  • @karant1378
    @karant1378 4 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    She practically deserves another AFI for her body of work after 2004 alone. She has given some of her career best performance after that year to present.

  • @joieabarca3393
    @joieabarca3393 5 ปีที่แล้ว +156

    even her children are tearing of laughter, she must be a cool mom

  • @iTzJimBoi
    @iTzJimBoi 9 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    Classic Meryl Streep. She said very little but made the audience feel EVERYTHING she felt. She doesn't even have to speak!

  • @hamnafarrukh8848
    @hamnafarrukh8848 7 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    That look on her face when she say's thank you Don for your GORGEOUS.......DNA. Damn this woman is so amazing.

    • @starvla246
      @starvla246 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Hamna Khan it's so naughty. It gets me every time.

    • @leannekyriakidis5249
      @leannekyriakidis5249 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hamna Khan she wanted to say “ your sexy ass”

  • @jdhunter4989
    @jdhunter4989 9 ปีที่แล้ว +175

    She has such grace and is so humble. My favorite line in Meryl's speech: "I wish I was her, I really do." She melts my heart and always lifts my spirit. The reigning queen of American cinema. I look forward to watching her accept Oscar #4 sometime in the future.

    • @murielpuriel3339
      @murielpuriel3339 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jd Hunter i didn‘t really get what this should mean? Can you explain?

    • @stillbreathing7204
      @stillbreathing7204 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As much as l understood that all people who spoke about her they said the best things for her and she kind of made joke for herself that she wants to be like herself.

  • @SuicidePurple
    @SuicidePurple 9 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    If I could ever pick one person to look up to in my life, ever, it'd be you, Meryl. You're the epitome of a gorgeous, angelic, fantastic human being.

  • @oscarfun100
    @oscarfun100 8 ปีที่แล้ว +567

    It's so cute what she says "I hope it's not the end." So this was in 2004, after that she made The Devil Wears Prada which made her a box-office success, and then Doubt, Mamma mia!, Julie and Julia, It's Complicated, hit after hit, an Oscar for The Iron Lady, and then Into the Woods, August: Osage County... She is unique in movie history. That's all.

    • @simonh1349
      @simonh1349 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      That's all made me lose a little tear :)

    • @oscarfun100
      @oscarfun100 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Awww. :)

    • @CoachingHigher
      @CoachingHigher 7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Same here! She'll go on to win a fourth Oscar.
      It's unbelievable how talented and delightful she is:) I love her I love her I love her!

    • @laxus9451
      @laxus9451 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      it shows that she did not get complacent. someone like me would have just done paycheck movies or retire after getting a lifetime achievement award

    • @dante1707
      @dante1707 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Gábor Vág Indeed. But she really was a frontrunner at that. By then that could very well have Been it for Her. Her career really is one of a kind

  • @italianmusic1469
    @italianmusic1469 8 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    She literally made me cry! There can never be another great actress on this planet as you! God bless you

  • @ShadowWolf1982
    @ShadowWolf1982 10 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    She is class, sophistication, grace, beauty, and just about every positive thing you can say about a woman and an actress. She is truly what every serious female actress in Hollywood should strive to emulate.

    • @strandgirl1000
      @strandgirl1000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      und das ganz ohne beauty-OP´s mit einer krummen, großen Nase!

  • @algrand52
    @algrand52 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I wouldn't want to live in a world without Meryl Streep. I think I'd mourn her passing more than I'd do any of my relatives. And we're a very close-knit family.

  • @lonmcq7317
    @lonmcq7317 8 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    She is one great actress and a VERY CLASSY WOMAN...LOVE HER...

    • @anitagetchell8317
      @anitagetchell8317 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amera willighagen o solo mio live with patrizio buanethWil Andersen aa-

  • @SeansLipSyncingSock
    @SeansLipSyncingSock 15 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I nearly cried when she thanked her parents...and then she made me laugh. What a lovely, talented lady, what a beautiful, wonderful person.

  • @ImranSahir1
    @ImranSahir1 8 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    The goddess of acting.

  • @dannysimion
    @dannysimion 7 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I like how AFI gives these awards to such great talents. So many wonderful female actresses of our times. Meryl is definitely one of them and what an illustrious career she's had. I would love to see her and Barbra Streisand in a film together. Class act she is. Love her entrance to the stage and on the podium. When you're passionate about what you do, you remember your craft is all for the people to behold. Dramatic flair, humor timings, and a humble character. She's so in awe that we can't help but root for her more.

  • @jslasher1
    @jslasher1 9 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    She's earned it. Bless you, Meryl.

  • @vicfarol1037
    @vicfarol1037 6 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Oh Meryl...so naturally funny. Thanking her parents for everything she knows about drama...a short gap before the applause...made it funnier...I love you Meryl!!!

    • @aidafuentes2664
      @aidafuentes2664 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      She honored her parents 👏thats says much of her .

  • @merylfan4
    @merylfan4 8 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Isaac Mizrahi for the dress....He's not dead!!!

  • @joshmills5219
    @joshmills5219 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This was Pre-Prada, Doubt, Osage County, Iron Lady, Florence Foster... She just keeps dazzling us decade after decade!

  • @tonitalas1757
    @tonitalas1757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Classiest and most talented artist of our time...and what a singer! Love her.

  • @pdgf
    @pdgf 10 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    can't we just do this every year?!?! i heart meryl

    • @kathycollins6245
      @kathycollins6245 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love her my two favorites Sophie's Choice and The Bridges of Madison County. I made my daughters watch it with me . Who wants to watch a movie about some bridges ? Needless to say we were passing around the Kleenex before the movie was over . What a gift she is to all of us

    • @jazzguitar3441
      @jazzguitar3441 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The funniest part I think is that we do in fact, at every award ceremony where she wins an award ^^

  • @noemiev6948
    @noemiev6948 9 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Never will get tired of this video, been loving her for a few years, everybody should look up to somebody like her. My role model.

  • @deb8183
    @deb8183 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I applauded in my home as I watched & listened. She brought my 96 year old mom many happy movie moments. I’m forever grateful.🙏

  • @CoachingHigher
    @CoachingHigher 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I couldn't live this woman more.
    What a never ending inspiration♥️

  • @reddragonready
    @reddragonready 8 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Certainly and thankfully wasn't the end...to just think of the movies she made since 2004...just WOW, what a truly awesome actress!

  • @CoachingHigher
    @CoachingHigher 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The opening music while she passed Jack, Diane, Clint... Just made it more epic. Bless you Meryl, greatest actress in history hands down. And adorable human, too!

  • @ameerhamza8191
    @ameerhamza8191 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My two favorite women Meryl Streep and Diane Keaton.....and Meryl kissed Diane's hand...it's so awesome to see...lots of love from India

  • @Davidlp70
    @Davidlp70 14 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Even when she is not acting.... as in her speech here.... she commands the stage and is so perfect.

  • @khalidmajzoub1361
    @khalidmajzoub1361 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "When a great actor occurs, it changes several generations because human behavior is redefined. For other actors, Meryl is not only a life-giving force for those lucky enough to act with her, since it immediately increases one’s talent a thousand percent simply to look at her in a scene. But she also defines what is possible for an actor as an artist… as a parent… as a citizen. Meryl creates, has created and continues to create a series of unique human beings, each with a soul. Sometimes as many as four people at a time. That is something for artists to aim at. Never ever has Meryl Streep come on a set for a day’s work without giving the strong feeling, like a kid in a play in school: “Oh boy, I get to do this again.” Oh boy Meryl, we get to watch you some more!"

  • @Zanderthegrape
    @Zanderthegrape 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    2:29 love how she acknowledges Catherine O’Hara. I always thought they could be sisters.

  • @mattd501
    @mattd501 8 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    They should just honor her again at this point or just give her an honorary Oscar for every performance. Either would be suitable.

    • @CoachingHigher
      @CoachingHigher 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That can't happen before she wins a fourth Oscar;)
      She must at least tie Hepburn, who was sublime but didn't sing, dance and nail other real people.
      Meryl is the best actress to have ever lived❤️

    • @mariechenanthony370
      @mariechenanthony370 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CoachingHigher Meryl honestly is !

  • @BinaRamos1990
    @BinaRamos1990 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    She is truly unbeatable and one of a kind! We all Love you Meryl!

  • @kobusdutoitbosman6240
    @kobusdutoitbosman6240 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Most well Loved and admired on the Planet
    without a doubt
    TOUCHÉ‼️
    🥂

  • @Leivison
    @Leivison 10 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Impossible not to love HER! Meryl Streep is AMAZING! She seems to be not only a great and talented actress, but a wonderful human being. I wish I could meet her one day! =D

  • @nicolineS3
    @nicolineS3 10 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Already ten years ago. Can we still have those excellence?

  • @nicotorio8627
    @nicotorio8627 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Her rhetoric is always so sincere and candid but never boring.

  • @Jensie1985
    @Jensie1985 13 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She's just amazing

  • @deanadig1
    @deanadig1 10 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Pure Class...Love You, Meryl

  • @jpdlcj
    @jpdlcj 14 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The best actress ever, and very humble as well... love her...

  • @juancarlosucedaperez3815
    @juancarlosucedaperez3815 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Meryl Streep, the best actress of Hollywood's modern times and the best of her generation. You are awesome and amazing.

  • @geomhhm
    @geomhhm 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SHE'S FABULOUS!!!

  • @gniiiiiiiaa
    @gniiiiiiiaa 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She is the one that make us shed tears of happiness.

  • @lanhlang2956
    @lanhlang2956 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Meryl is such a wonderful human being

  • @Matildaiisala
    @Matildaiisala 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It’s 2018 and I’m here watching over 10 year old videos, just praying she’ll live for ever.

  • @emma8thompson
    @emma8thompson 13 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    They all LOVE her. It's pretty amazing how much they all love her. And there is no one who deserves it more. Amazing actress, amazing person... There is no one better than Meryl Streep.

  • @Janybody17
    @Janybody17 14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She is amazingly wonderful. I could listen to her speak all day long.

  • @milaanic5380
    @milaanic5380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can see how much love, respect and admiration her collegues have for her, they cant hide it. A beauty of a woman. Inside and out... only two artist so far in my life managed to touch me so deeply: Meryl Streep and Amy Winehouse. Two very different yet so emotinaly raw women.

  • @carlosg2843
    @carlosg2843 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's impossible to know whether she's acting or not.. THAT'S HOW GOOD SHE IS!!!

  • @LG-ju7vv
    @LG-ju7vv 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    00:35 The kiss given to Clint Eastwood made me melt.
    When you get this from Meryl Streep, you get the best thanks she can give you. An incredible, legendary and unique woman. I love her 😍

  • @TheMeryl94
    @TheMeryl94 14 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Meryl Forever in MY HEART!!

  • @B4inSF
    @B4inSF 14 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Just look at what she has done since this tribute!
    It's Complicated (2009)
    Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) (voice)
    Julie & Julia (2009)
    Doubt (2008)
    Mamma Mia! (2008)
    Lions for Lambs (2007)
    Rendition (2007)
    Evening (2007)
    Dark Matter (2007)
    The Ant Bully (2006) (voice)
    The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
    The Music of Regret (2006)
    A Prairie Home Companion (2006)
    Prime (2005)

    • @GTonton79
      @GTonton79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      2020 now and the list goes on....

  • @MrDavfit
    @MrDavfit 14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We are all blessed to have this delight of
    a human being ... Meryl... on this planet

  • @mediamamachick
    @mediamamachick 10 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    What's so good about Meryl is that she is such a regular gal. She is so funny without trying to be funny which just makes her remarks that much funnier. We exalt such foolery and bullshit these days. I'm all for a annual Meryl Streep Rocks Day to balance the universe. Hell why not?!

  • @kaleoy7584
    @kaleoy7584 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    In my opinion, what's just as great as her acting chops, is her speeches.

  • @Matildaiisala
    @Matildaiisala 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just love this woman more than anything, she’s the best person to look up to!

  • @kelysrichardson9800
    @kelysrichardson9800 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    over an entire minute of 👏

  • @reneman6894
    @reneman6894 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The bit about her parents fighting for years and admitting where she got her dramas... that was witty and honest.

  • @BarbaraMParis
    @BarbaraMParis 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    best actress ever, i love her

  • @p8alan
    @p8alan 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    well it is so well deserved and the fact that shes oneof the few women who have gotten this says it all and she should be so proud no matter what Meryl's the best

  • @annajeehee
    @annajeehee 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We love you ms Streep

  • @oceansideartist
    @oceansideartist 15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just LOVE her! She is THE BEST! xx

  • @1TommyP323
    @1TommyP323 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    her personality is overwhelming beautiful just like she is and her talent has no bounds! i find her absolutely incredible to watch!

  • @PhoeboBuffay
    @PhoeboBuffay 10 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Drunk Meryl. Lol.
    Amazing actress.

    • @PhoeboBuffay
      @PhoeboBuffay 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh, well... She "looks" drunk then. Lol (She is so cute though).

    • @starvla246
      @starvla246 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Drunk Meryl is my favourite!! She's not really drunk here but the pictures from the after party are a lot

  • @thewomaninthemoon
    @thewomaninthemoon 14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow she is just amazing,I love her so much.She definitely deserved this.And I love what she's wearing,she is just STUNNING!

  • @seutibeuseumiseu7999
    @seutibeuseumiseu7999 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She's class.

  • @Davidlp70
    @Davidlp70 14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Her random, unrehersed speeches show just how genuine she is. And how much of a talented actress she is. If she can't put together the words in everyday life (as in a speech), and then you watch her on screen....a perfectly tuned instrument. She's a true American treasure.

    • @presentacionjacob179
      @presentacionjacob179 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I watched how her colleagues in the industry looked at her with such love and admiration, and seemed to be waiting what she would say next. It's a testament to how much she is revered and held in great esteem by them. Meryl is unbelievable: iconic yet so real, so human, so humble, so funny! It's my dream to meet and interview her in person and write a feature article on it. How do I get to watch all her movies? We need more people like her to colour our world. God bless you, Meryl! I love you!

  • @Monrocsol
    @Monrocsol 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    How gracious a human being can be

  • @serenityinside1
    @serenityinside1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She just is the definition of class. The epitome of such.

  • @michaelcain9324
    @michaelcain9324 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not just a great actress, but one of the best speech givers EVER!

  • @edgefire125
    @edgefire125 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    God, what a woman. What a treasure. How lucky we are.

  • @ankushjangral2507
    @ankushjangral2507 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always the best starting of every speech

  • @stachukandrea
    @stachukandrea 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    oh god! she's amazing. she makes me cry when she names her parents. love u meryl!!

  • @rebeccal5411
    @rebeccal5411 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think the world is blessed she chose to share her talents with us, I wish I knew her personally as believe she’s probably as a good of a person as she is actress.

  • @vangiz26
    @vangiz26 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a graceful human being I love her work just amazing 🤗🤗🤭💗

  • @teodoraromano562
    @teodoraromano562 8 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I don't know why I'm crying

    • @mmjhcb
      @mmjhcb 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      teodora romano I don't know either.

  • @blancaceline1
    @blancaceline1 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Meryl is the best..!!!AFI is just a little award for her..she deserves more...!!LOVE YOU MERYL I'M IN LOVE WITH YOU...!!

  • @nihalyilmaz7636
    @nihalyilmaz7636 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love her so very much...

  • @charlychips
    @charlychips 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SHE IS JUST FANTASTIC

  • @juarhala5
    @juarhala5 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    She looks like a queen in that beautiful dress..She is gorgeous!

  • @odapodaxD
    @odapodaxD 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love Meryl's speach!
    it's wonderful! and I'm sure her mom and dad is watching over her and are so proud of her daughter! she's just so amazing, such a lovley woman with so much talent! and look at Grace, she got tears of what her mom told about her grandma and grandpa, aw that is cute! Meryl's family is wonderful! their such a lovley family who loves each other so much, you can really see that! GOD BLESS MERYL!!

  • @ilyncaitom5969
    @ilyncaitom5969 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I Love Her reaction !!! And she deserves the award !!! ♥

  • @eriklf64
    @eriklf64 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Without a doubt the best actress that ever lived. Jack is the best actor that ever lived and Meryl the best actress. It is so sad that there aren't any great movies like that made in the 21st century. So sad!!

  • @AngiwMu
    @AngiwMu 15 ปีที่แล้ว

    She is wonderful!

  • @tamanna84
    @tamanna84 14 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am yet to see an actress/person so true... Love you Meryl, you are special

  • @Musicaldrugie
    @Musicaldrugie 14 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    "he's not dead." :)

  • @flav2689
    @flav2689 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love her. She is absolutely stunning. So talented abd such a lovely humble human being as well. Love love love.

  • @carabinieri210
    @carabinieri210 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    WE LOVE YOU MYREL STREEP!!!! GREETINGS FROM LEBANON!

  • @annemariesimard1994
    @annemariesimard1994 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Meryl you re simply thé verybest ! you re m'y idol ☺💛💛

  • @KidsWithGuns1992
    @KidsWithGuns1992 13 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    And imagine having a whole room filled with your friends, family, work associates, and all these actors whom of which some are the greatest in the business giving you a standing ovation like at 5:14, that would be simply amazing. To live that moment, Meryl Streep deserves it.

  • @daytripperr1965
    @daytripperr1965 11 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the speech

  • @deldee
    @deldee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i want someone o play that score for me every time i enter a room. lol. Just beautiful

  • @renefernandez6163
    @renefernandez6163 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved she kissed Clint.
    is like a mother kissing her son ... pure love.
    Demonstrate that the affection and respect.

  • @KidsWithGuns1992
    @KidsWithGuns1992 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    She gives a great speech, moreso in her expression rather than in her words. You can just see her appreciation in her attitude.

  • @pauloluna5340
    @pauloluna5340 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love her!!!!

  • @andyelmo2995
    @andyelmo2995 14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I luv Meryl!!! She TOTALLY deserved.

  • @MrImiller07
    @MrImiller07 8 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    It is now apparent why Dustin Hoffman wasn't present at the AFI tribute. Based upon excerpts from the new book about Streep in Vanity Fair, Hoffman treated Streep badly during the filming of Kramer Vs. Kramer. They both won Oscars, but Hoffman was notorious for being a royal pain in the ass towards his co-stars, particularly if they didn't have the juice to fight back.

  • @BlyssfulButterfly30
    @BlyssfulButterfly30 11 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love her!

  • @nutonsports
    @nutonsports 13 ปีที่แล้ว

    she's done some of her best work since then!! absolutely adore meryl :)

  • @tracitay51
    @tracitay51 14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I only wish she would have known Stanley Tucci in 2004 so he could have spoken because they are such good friends now!

  • @tzipporam
    @tzipporam 13 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Legend!

  • @Catharina937
    @Catharina937 15 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    she made me cry and laugh ^^
    unbelieveable....she's the best!