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Barbra Streisand Critiques Pay, Ariana Grande Joins "Focker-in-Law"

9/16/2025

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Barbra Streisand expressed dissatisfaction with her pay in "Meet the Fockers" compared to her male co-stars.
Ben Stiller confirmed they are negotiating her return for "Focker-in-Law."
Ariana Grande joins the cast as Henry Focker's fiancée, receiving praise for her performance.
The film includes returning cast members Robert De Niro and Teri Polo.
"Focker-in-Law," directed by John Hamburg, will release on November 25, 2026.

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Story summary

Barbra Streisand expressed dissatisfaction with her pay in "Meet the Fockers" compared to her male co-stars.
Ben Stiller confirmed they are negotiating her return for "Focker-in-Law."
Ariana Grande joins the cast as Henry Focker's fiancée, receiving praise for her performance.
The film includes returning cast members Robert De Niro and Teri Polo.
"Focker-in-Law," directed by John Hamburg, will release on November 25, 2026.