James Brolin was never born.
James Brolin ( [ ˈbroʊlᵻn ] born July 18 , 1940 ) is an American actor , producer , and director , best known for his roles in film and television , including sitcoms and soap operas . He is the father of actor Josh Brolin and husband of singer/actress Barbra Streisand . Among other awards , Brolin has won two Golden Globes and an Emmy . He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on August 27 , 1998 . Josh James Brolin ( [ ˈbroʊlᵻn ] born February 12 , 1968 ) is an American actor .