Oviedo has fallen in love with Meryl Streep. Since he arrived, neighbors and fans have thrown him kisses and photos. The admired American actress, with her Princess of Asturias Award in the Arts category, has been the undisputed star of the 43rd edition. Cinema diva and tireless activist for equality, she has had a brief meeting with the Queen Letizia and his daughters, Leonor and Sofia. The complicity and admiration have been maximum. With his three Oscars, for Kramer contra Kramer, Sophie’s decision y The woman of ironand a successful planetary career (Memories of Africa, The bridges of Madison o Oh mama!), the beloved performer has raised her distinction in the air with both hands. She gave thanks from the bottom of her heart. She was excited and dedicated.
Upon his arrival at the Campoamor Theater, he raised the applause. She has given a speech. “I have represented extraordinary people in my life and now they take me for one of them!” she began. The American has spoken about empathy, “which is the beating heart of the actor’s gift.” Also, “of embracing the world” and of his passionate work. “Who am I, a middle-class girl from New Jersey, to dare to put myself in the shoes of the first female minister of the United Kingdom?” With references to Spanish art and literature, such as Lorca and Picasso, Streep stressed that “the gift of empathy is something we all share.” And a mention for Penelope Cruz, who said: “You can’t live your life looking at yourself from someone else.”
Streep, simple and approachable, has kept the entire audience in a stony silence. She was joking and surprised the public by revealing that she was the one who designed the costumes for her first play in college, Bernarda Alba’s house. The actress, who has often improvised her story, was very grateful. A wave of applause closed her speech.