Barbra Streisand Sends Rosie O'Donnell the Sweetest Message During Her Kimmel Guest Hosting Week

Rosie O’Donnell just wrapped up a full week as guest host on Jimmy Kimmel Live, and she got a send-off that would make anyone’s heart skip a beat. Barbra Streisand, the legendary singer and actress who has been Rosie’s idol for decades, sent her a private Instagram message that read,“It’s good to see you back on TV! Welcome home! xxxx Barbra.”Rosie shared the screenshot with her followers, adding the caption,“Be still my heart, she is a class act, what a way to finish my week on Kimmel!!!”

The connection between these two goes back to the 1990s. Rosie had Barbra on The Rosie O’Donnell Show back in the day, and that friendship has clearly stuck through the years. For Rosie, who has always been open about her admiration for Streisand, receiving that note while making her big return to late night television is the kind of full circle moment that makes for a great story.

This week, Rosie hosted guests like Hannah Waddingham, Jean Smart, and Richard Gadd, but the highlight may have been that message from Barbra. It’s a sweet reminder that even the most famous people still light up when their own heroes reach out. A few kind words can mean the world, no matter where you are in life. Have you ever received a message from someone you admire that made your whole week? Tell us about it in the comments.