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- 0:18[SPEAKER_00]: Liza Manelli is facing backlash following comments in her memoir.
- 0:22[SPEAKER_00]: Wait till you hear this, about Lady Gaga during their appearance at the Academy Awards.
- 0:26[SPEAKER_00]: Critics have accused the 80-year-old singer of making unfair remarks regarding Gaga, particularly about feeling humiliated being placed in a wheelchair instead of a director's chair.
- 0:35[SPEAKER_00]: The controversy re-ignited after a recent memoir launched at the $1 million theater in Los Angeles, where Manelli appeared disoriented and seated the entire time, later canceling a scheduled New York appearance on her doctor's advice.
- 0:47[SPEAKER_00]: In her book, Manelli reflected on her Oscar's experience, stating, when I stumbled over a few words, Gaga, who was at my side, didn't miss a beat to play the kind-hearted hero for all the world to see.
- 0:58[SPEAKER_00]: I got you, she said, leaning down over me.
- 1:02[SPEAKER_00]: She acknowledged that Gaga checked on her afterward, to which Manelli replied, I'm a big fan, emphasizing the importance of remaining gracious.
- 1:10[SPEAKER_00]: However, her portrayal of events has drawn criticism online, with one entertainment source commenting, people think it's unfair to frame Gaga that way, and another noting the vulnerability of Manelli's current state following her public appearance.
- 1:23[SPEAKER_00]: Put it from the event showed her struggling to engage during Akanda, with attendees stating that she appeared confused at times.
- 1:30[SPEAKER_00]: Comments such as don't we all during a discussion on overcoming challenges led some to remark that she was speaking nonsense.
- 1:36[SPEAKER_00]: The event shifted from celebratory to uncomfortable as Manelli seemed to need assistance to lead the stage.
- 1:42[SPEAKER_00]: Observer speculated that her use of a wheelchair at the Oscars might have been necessary.
- 1:46[SPEAKER_00]: Public response has been harsh, with critics labeling her comments hypocritical, especially as one noted.
- 1:52[SPEAKER_00]: She's complaining about being in a wheelchair, but now she looks like she might need one permanently.
- 1:57[SPEAKER_00]: Manelli has openly discussed her ongoing health issues, including mobility challenges.
- 2:02[SPEAKER_00]: After a physically demanding performance during her book event, she announced on Instagram that she would miss her New York engagement.
- 2:08[SPEAKER_00]: Hey kids, Dr. Piro's orders.
- 2:10[SPEAKER_00]: I'm sitting Monday out.
- 2:11[SPEAKER_00]: I'm so sorry.
- 2:13[SPEAKER_01]: A close source indicated this decision stemmed from a desire for caution after her performance.