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In addition to her acting skills,  Meryl Streep is a talented  singer, having trained as an  opera singer during her youth. 

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Streep learned to play the  violin for her role in "Music of  the Heart" (1999), showcasing  her dedication to mastering  new skills. 

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Renowned for her ability  to master accents, Streep  convincingly portrays  characters from various  nationalities. 

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Streep is multilingual, fluent  in English, French, and Italian, showcasing her language  skills in her performances. 

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With 21 nominations, Streep  holds the record for  the most  Academy Award  nominations. 

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Cooking is one of  Streep's hobbies, and  she hosted a cooking show  called "The Mind of a Chef"  in 2015. 

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Streep turned down lead  roles in "Pretty Woman"  (1990) and "The Devil Wears  Prada" (2006) but went on to  play other iconic characters. 

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In the film "Heartburn" (1986),  Streep's real-life daughter,  Mamie Gummer, played  her onscreen daughter. 

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Before her acting career  took off, Streep worked as a  waitress, highlighting her determination and work ethic. 

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Streep has a deep love for  literature and has been  involved in numerous literary adaptations and audiobook  narrations.