Renowned actress Patti LuPone has apologized to the Broadway community for bullying her fellow performers, including Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis. The apology comes after an open letter from 500 artists, who criticized LuPone’s behavior in a recent interview. In the letter, LuPone regrets her words, which were deemed demeaning and disrespectful.
LuPone admits she made a mistake and takes full responsibility for it. She agrees with the sentiments expressed in the open letter, stating that theatre is about lifting each other up and welcoming those who feel they don’t belong. The American Theatre Wing and the Broadway League are considering barring LuPone from the Tony Awards unless she makes changes.
The apology marks a significant step forward for LuPone, but also raises questions about accountability. As “The Apologizer” on Instagram, LuPone must follow through on her commitment to change.
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