Even though everyone in Hollywood tries to be modest and polite, there are a few celebrities who do not shy away from expressing their fiery opinions. Patti LuPone is one of them, and when she speaks, people listen!
The actress is a Broadway legend and recently starred in Agatha All Along. LuPone is known for not just her talent but also her sharp tongue, and she famously made a statement about Madonna’s acting abilities that left our jaws hanging. So, let’s dive into the drama and the hot takes that kept the feud alive.
Patti LuPone’s blunt take on Madonna’s acting career
Patti LuPone has never been one to mince her words, and her thoughts about Madonna’s acting career haven’t been an exception. During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, she boldly criticized or rather trashed, Madonna’s performance in Evita.
I thought it was a piece of sh*t. Madonna is a movie killer. She’s dead behind the eyes. She cannot act her way out of a paper bag. She should not be in film or onstage. She’s a wonderful performer for what she does, but she is not an actress.
Her harsh comments about Madonna’s acting stem from her own connection to the role of Eva Perón, which she originated in the Broadway production of Evita. So for her, the singer’s portrayal fell flat and lacked emotional depth.
Madonna’s film legacy and the Evita controversy
People would expect that Patti LuPone might soften her stance over time, but she has only doubled down on it. In an episode of Hot Ones Versus with Aubrey Plaza, the Broadway star was given the opportunity to either apologize to Madonna or eat a flaming hot wing. So, without any hesitation, in complete LuPone fashion, she devoured the wing.
Her comments about Evita resurfaced when Madonna revealed that her favorite film of 2024 was Emilia Pérez, a musical crime comedy. Her declaration sparked people’s interest in the singer’s past film roles, and with that, LuPone’s remark about Madonna was doing rounds on the internet again.
Now, LuPone’s critique of the pop star isn’t just about her acting abilities but the broader issues of performers crossing over into unfamiliar territory. Not everyone needs to be a triple threat or earn an EGOT.
Artists should explore but also know their limitations and steer clear of the things they evidently can’t do to save resources, their own image, and the art form. And if they don’t, we’ll always have another Patti LuPone to call them out!
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