Meryl Streep Reveals the ‘Beef’ With Goldie Hawn Over Set Lateness on ‘Death Becomes Her’
In a candid look back at her iconic 1992 film Death Becomes Her, Meryl Streep has opened up about a playful but persistent “beef” with her co-star Goldie Hawn—one that stemmed from Hawn’s habit of arriving late to set.
Speaking to Vanity Fair on April 30, 2026, the three-time Oscar winner recalled how Hawn’s tardiness, combined with her signature red convertible, became a running joke between the two actresses during filming. “Goldie, she was always late to set,” Streep said with a laugh. “But she was so adorable. And I’m always on time, you know, and annoying. But she’s late, and she had a red convertible, I remember, and she’d drive herself to set. So that was probably the problem.”
Despite the comedic friction, Streep made it clear that the “beef” was never serious, and the two have remained close friends over the years. “I had a beef with her, but I loved her,” Streep admitted. “We’ve been such great friends for so long. It’s our joke now.”
Hawn, who turned 80 this year, addressed the issue herself in a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, acknowledging her chronic lateness with characteristic humor. “I think I’m 15 minutes late to everything,” she confessed on May 6. “I mean, honestly, it’s unbelievable. But I think we got through that.”
The 1992 dark comedy, directed by Robert Zemeckis, remains a cult classic, known for its sharp wit and unforgettable performances by both Streep and Hawn as aging Hollywood actresses seeking eternal youth. The film’s legacy continues to inspire conversations among fans and industry veterans alike, and Streep’s latest revelation adds a fresh layer of behind-the-scenes charm.
Meanwhile, Hawn and Streep’s enduring friendship stands as a testament to their ability to turn even the most frustrating on-set moments into lasting laughs.
