Mo'nique Slams Oprah's Whitney Houston Claims as 'Unfair to the Dead'

I still love my sister Oprah Winfrey, let me be clear about that. People think in correction it means you don’t love. It’s simply just correction.


Mo’nique is an American comedian and actress known for her sharp tongue and unwavering opinions. In a recent radio interview, she addressed Oprah Winfrey's recent claim about Whitney Houston's fall at her show. The incident occurred in 2009 when Houston was on stage performing at Winfrey's talk show. According to Mo’nique, Winfrey begged her audience not to put out pictures of Houston’s fall, citing that she knew the singer was on drugs at the time. However, Mo’nique disputed this claim, saying that it's unfair to speak on a deceased celebrity without their consent.

Mo’nique also questioned the circumstances surrounding Houston’s fall. She noted that the incident occurred during a performance, and questioned how Winfrey could claim that the audience was asked not to take pictures when everyone was recording the event on their phones.

And, it’s not just the incident itself that Mo’nique is upset about, but how Winfrey chose to share it in her recent interview. Mo’nique pointed out that Houston cannot defend herself or respond to Winfrey’s claims, and that it’s unfair to speak about someone who cannot speak for themselves.

The conversation about the incident is a reminder of the power dynamics at play in celebrity culture, where the lives and actions of famous individuals are constantly scrutinized and analyzed. Mo’nique’s comments highlight the importance of respecting the boundaries and privacy of those who have passed away.

Mo’nique's comments also raise questions about the way we consume and share information about public figures, particularly when they've passed away. While it's understandable that Winfrey might want to share her memories and experiences with Houston, Mo’nique’s point that it's unfair to speak about someone without their consent, is a valid one.

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