This interview with Gloria Estefan was recorded in 1999 during the release of Music of the Heart. Estefan explains why the film’s message about music and education resonated with her. She shares strong opinions about the importance of the arts in schools and reflects on the experience of working with Meryl Streep in her first acting role. Gloria also talks about how performing live connects her to her audience in a way nothing else can. Watch more of WFAA's archived interviews with movie stars here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkCeJSrX8m29svMzEHOvhs-PwCYEEDi7M