Audra McDonald has responded to Patti LuPone's recent claims that they are no longer friends.
LuPone made headlines for her remarks, where she alleged that she and McDonald had ended their friendship after a rift that happened a few years ago. The issue sparked polarizing reactions with some fans siding with LuPone while some sympathized with McDonald.
What is Audra McDonald's Reaction to Patti LuPone's Claims?
In a recent interview with CBS Mornings, McDonald was asked whether she was surprised to hear LuPone's claims that she is "not a friend" anymore.
The Gypsy star said that she is not aware that there is a rift between her and LuPone.
"I mean, if there’s a rift between us, I don’t know what it is. That’s something you'd have to ask Patti about," she replied.
McDonald also noted that she has not crossed paths with LuPone in over a decade.
"I haven’t seen her in about 11 years because I've been busy with life and stuff. So, I don’t know what rift she’s talking about. You’d have to ask her," she added.
So far, LuPone has not released any statement since her controversial remarks made headlines.
What is Patti LuPone's 'Not a Friend' Claims on Audra McDonald All About?
Speaking with The New Yorker, LuPone claimed that McDonald is "not a friend" anymore due to an alleged rift that happened years ago.
When asked about what she thinks of McDonald's starring role in Gypsy, LuPone stayed in silence for 15 seconds, stared on the window, and simply replied, "What a beautiful day."
The topic was brought up when LuPone was asked about her feud with another Broadway performer, Kecia Lewis.
"She calls herself a veteran? Let’s find out how many Broadway shows Kecia Lewis has done, because she doesn’t know what the f*ck she’s talking about. She’s done seven. I’ve done 31. Don’t call yourself a vet, b*tch!" LuPone candidly said.
When the interviewer brought up that McDonald was supportive of Lewis, LuPone said, "Exactly. And I thought, 'You should know better.' That’s typical of Audra."
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