From Barry Manilow's official website
www.barrymanilow.com
"Monday, September 17, 2007
A message from Barry...
Hey guys,
I wanted to let you know that I will no longer be on The View tomorrow as scheduled. I had made a request that I be interviewed by Joy, Barbara or Whoopi, but not Elisabeth Hasselback. Unfortunately, the show was not willing to accommodate this simple request so I bowed out.
It’s really too bad because I've always been a big supporter of the show, but I cannot compromise my beliefs. The good news is that I will be on a whole slew of other shows promoting the new album so I hope you can catch me on those.
Love,
Barry "
I have always respected Mr. Manilow as a performer and a gentleman, but let's face it... The 18-30 demographic is not listening to "Bandstand" and "Mandy" at their activist meetings! I am appalled that Mr. Manilow feels like open dialogue with those of a differing viewpoint would "compromise his beliefs."
2007-09-18 01:05:17 · 6 answers · asked by lizardmama 4 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Celebrities
"The View" is for sad, ignorant, stay at home women. The viewers believed Rosie when she said that fire doesn't melt steel... come on! That is how steel is MADE!
That said, Barry Manilow wrote some amazing music.. but always seemed to be a lot light in the loafers. After saying that the psycho lesbian Rosie is his good friend.. I think we know which way he swings on sex and politics.
I am through with him....
Liberals are not my favorite people...
2007-09-18 01:15:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
maybe he has become too big for his britches. Yes, the 18-30 crowd, ( not one i am in) doesn't listen to his music, but hey, I love his music. Weekend in new England, is my favorite. that said, I agree that he should have just spoken to whomever was willing to talk to him. I have read reports that he is a snob. he shouldn't be: his career has been on the skids for years now. He should be grateful to whatever show will have him.
2007-09-18 02:29:16 · answer #2 · answered by Dragonflygirl 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I feel sorry for Elisabeth because she catches a lot of flack for HER freedom of speech!!! I think he is acting like a child. Just because he doesn't agree with her doesn't justify his behavior. He needs to grow up mentally!
2007-09-18 01:17:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
barry M IS
h o m o s e x u a l
precisely why he hides these days
he's old fashioned and cannot come to terms w/his real identity completely.
just be patient, in time . ... in time he shall walk calmly and elegantly out of the closet and play his piano
2007-09-18 17:57:34 · answer #4 · answered by fancypantsy 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
No, infact gained more because he speaks the truth, i believe anyway.
2007-09-18 10:14:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Dat Hasselhoff chick is whack yo!
2007-09-18 01:29:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋