President Obama has awarded 17 Americans with the nation's highest civilian honor - the Medal of Freedom.
This year's list includes giants of the silver screen, sport and the stage.
Baseball legend Willie Mays was one of the recipients.
The President also praised musician James Taylor, director Steven Spielberg and singer Gloria Estefan and her husband Emilio, a music producer and songwriter.
He joked when he presented singer Barbara Streisand with her award:
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The President also praised singer Barbara Streisand, musician James Taylor and singer Gloria Estefan and her husband Emilio, a music producer and songwriter. Movie director Steven Spielberg was also honoured:
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