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Audra McDonald Confused by Patti LuPone's Estrangement Claims

5/30/2025

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Audra McDonald responded to Patti LuPone's assertion of their estrangement, expressing bewilderment at the comments. McDonald revealed she hasn't crossed paths with LuPone in over ten years and is puzzled by the notion of a rift. LuPone's statements arose from a controversy with Kecia Lewis, who accused her of racial microaggressions.

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Audra McDonald responded to Patti LuPone's assertion of their estrangement, expressing bewilderment at the comments. McDonald revealed she hasn't crossed paths with LuPone in over ten years and is puzzled by the notion of a rift. LuPone's statements arose from a controversy with Kecia Lewis, who accused her of racial microaggressions.