Patti LaBelle Reveals How Oprah DESTROYED Aretha Franklin (THIS IS ɆVIL!!) | HO

Patti LaBelle and Aretha Franklin were two of the most legendary and powerful figures in the music industry.

Known for their extraordinary vocal talents and powerful stage presence, both women paved the way for future generations of artists.

However, their relationship with the media and with each other has been subject to speculation, particularly when it comes to Oprah Winfrey’s role in fueling some of the tension surrounding Aretha Franklin.

Patti LaBelle, who was a close friend of Aretha, has never hidden her feelings about Oprah’s treatment of the Queen of Soul, and in recent years, she has made it clear how Oprah’s actions, particularly during a famous interview with Aretha, caused irreparable damage.

Oprah Winfrey, one of the most influential women in media, conducted a highly anticipated interview with Aretha Franklin in the early 2000s. The conversation was supposed to be a respectful exchange between two icons, but it quickly turned into a spectacle that left Aretha Franklin visibly uncomfortable and her fans outraged.

Oprah’s questions, which were often probing and personal, seemed to go beyond what was appropriate, given the reverence due to Aretha as a living legend. The most striking moment of the interview came when Oprah asked Aretha about the type of man who could handle her. Oprah’s questioning, “What kind of man would it take to handle you now?” was seen by many as condescending and disrespectful, especially when it hinted at Aretha’s rumored past relationships.

While Aretha responded with her trademark grace, the underlying tension was palpable. Patti LaBelle, who had been a lifelong friend of Aretha’s, was reportedly furious upon seeing Oprah’s treatment of her friend. In interviews afterward, LaBelle made it clear that Oprah’s tone and approach were hurtful, and she would never forget how the Queen of Soul was treated during that interview.