American Idol 7-Kathy Lee disses George Michael

[asrafhashim]

She's just an idiot !!!

[jabs1960]

It's more than obvious that Kathy Lee has never heard that song before, and even more glaring that she didn't listen to the words, much less the Master Vocal Performance that was rendered on that very stage. I am embarrassed for her complete ignorance.

[Roberto4ever]

Both of these women are tired of their lifes and only talk pure shit in their programs! George Michael is huge he is one of the biggest star the UK has ever produced...

[martitasweetie]

Oh but if she knew the song..she would know it's a long song & that's how he sings it!!! Obviously she knows Nothing at all about George Michael or even good music at all!! George is great!

[erginakif]

When is your next "inspirational" CD coming out, Kathy Lee?

[jcanto954]

This is a wonderful song by GM. It's unfortunate Kathy Lee can't see the beauty in it.

[SuzLa1]

Thick idiot.

[ramojean]

Yeah...when I listen Kathie Lee is when I get a lobotomy...

[lbsrxxx]

I am going to kill that stupid bitch. Go fuck your old fossil husband you worthless skank.

[STVYT]

He sang this song because it was sung on American Idol before and it's a beautifle song. It's especially relevant in today's world. I'm glad I saw this video, it makes me glad I don't watch this stupid show. Insulting George Michael's brilliant performance, please.

[anna1153]

Kathy you don't know what you are talking about, you wish you could sing! this was a great song by George Michael. you are truly just dumb! your singing is the worst ever!!!

[Ochgottnyttar]

Is there people to watch those two idiot housewives?

[autumnblond]

Kathy Lee is so full of herself. Has she heard herself sing? Just put a sock in it, Kathy Lee!~ George Michael is much bigger than his hits from the 80s and I think his song choice was perfect. He captivated the audience and brought Paula Abdul to her feet. Way to go George...we love you!

[pratznl1]

That was a great performance ! No one could have done it better! Such an inspirational song, it's one of my favorites after all these years!

Lori Dio

[lauraken]

That is just your opinion Kathy...you are sooo wrong...I would have NEVER said that...George could sing the phonebook and be awesome!:)

[peacesells]

Kathy who???

Oh, i remember now.

Kathy WHO CARES!

Yeah, the only time she ever brought people to tears, they were tears of happiness when she claimed she was leaving t.v. for good. Too bad that didnt come to pass.

George has more talent in his throw away songs than Kathy Lee has had in her whole nothing happening career.

[MUKE73]

Great Song!! by GM!!!

[npeg76]

Kathy Lee obviously suffers from foot and mouth disease. Every time she opens her big wide gob, she puts her foot in it. She should just fuck off back to obscurity, where she belongs.....

[lalala020]

It was a amazing performance....with a song that has so much truth in it and his voice...so much emotion...maybe she couldnt handle that...

[gahloot]

Actually she was spot on! What she didn't know was he was sick obviously!

[onewholaughsalot14]

how great would it have been if that bird had pooped on her while she was insulting one of the greatest singers ever... im just saying.

[XaniusMok]

This woman (Kathy-Lee) is a moron....she proves it time and time again when she opens her mouth.

[gladiator2273]

hmmm they r very stupid old girls

[VIL388]

Lets see you sing Kathy Lee.

[Toar831]

Kathy Lee is a duck.

[MisterSicOne]

your husband is a cheater and an aloholic LOL

[MisterSicOne]

WACK BITCHES !

[AKJY]

dumb bitches.... please appreciate good music...

[slfisher70]

She is such a dumbass.

[LaceyBlue1]

I think you are wrong to say Americans don't get the deepness and message of this song. I am American and I completely get this song and all of his songs. To label the whole country the way you did is not right.

[rdaystrom]

George Michael's performance was incredibly awesome and professional. Watching in high def and listening with a good home theater type system cranked up as loud as the live performance reveals all the nuances of his voice as if you are there. Way to go George. Love it. Kathie Lee has no business commenting on this. She has no qualifications to do so. Look how easily she was distracted by a sparrow that wandered into the studio. She and the sparrow share something in common....brain capacity.

[manneess]

This message and tone of the song is too clever for Americans. They just want songs about dancing and sex, which is why they loved the Faith album. Listen Without Prejudice and Older were much deeper and introspective, and Americans didn't have the attention span to get the message.

[hotboyITZ]

your one fuck fantasy!

[stevebarx]

Stupid bitches

[dwstogo]

I'm a big fan of George, but I have to agree that the song wasn't the best and did kind of drone on. I don't think she is putting him or his singing down at all.

[fireandrain22]

who are these ignorant bitches?!! i mean i can`t understand why this red-neck whores are on t.v...!!! George Michael was the best that ever happend to that show...

[anon40000]

What a joke! How ignorant can one get!!! Maybe they forgot that George Michael was not a contestant in the show! George Michael is an international superstar, bigger than anyone that ever came out of American Idol! He has an amazing voice and the gift to be able to transport so much emotion through his singing. In the end you gotta feel sorry for both of these windbags.

[jadoregeorge]

she's so dumb and she is on TV....lame

[shellyosborn]

Another reason why i hate Kathy Lee Annoying. She sucks,knows nothing and ruins the Today show.She constantly sounds like she's on crack and never thinks before she speaks, Also,you dont diss George,he sounded awesome for someone who had a cold...,the lyrics to Praying for Time are amazeing. .If she would shut up for a minute and listen.

[Erin8970]

what a nasty comment! her singing career never even came close to his.  LOL - what a joke.

[hmenon2003]

Not surprised by her reaction. Can't expect someone like her who exploited people with sweatshops to get the song and most importantly, the lyrics.

[teazea6]

Because I would rather listen to someone on a Cruise Ship? You have no clue bitch!!!!!

[BeigeFunk]

Spin on it Kathie Lee >:(

[digimanx2]

10 seconds of hearing George Michael sing is better than 5 years of hearing Kathie Lee trying to sing. She's critiquing George Michael? Folks, her CD's end up in the K-MART discount bargain bin almost as soon as they're released. George had a cold but still managed to sing a very emotional song. On her best day in the recording studio, Kathie Lee couldn't top what George did.

[dewy200884]

excuse me !! who is Kathy Lee ??

[flotopo]

Just as George Michael said, he had a cold, and even so he performed amaizingly. I mean both his voice and his emotional rendition of the song sounded as any George Michael performance does, well sung and with a lot of emotion. What did this stupid lady want him to do? The contestants had just sung a rythmic medley so it was only natural that he did a slow song. Do they have to be mean just because it's TV or are they simply superficial by nature? Probably both...

[VimisiDigitalMedia]

Kathy Lee was a religious freak for years... I'm shocked that she didn't "get" the lyrics of George Michaels' song. Fucking "dumbfounded" here at her reaction. Unbelievable! Makes me ask, "What is this STUPID CUNT still doing on TV?" - What a shithead she is!

[sonorin1]

I dont like that bitch

[sottythesecond]

Indeed kathy Lee dumbass dont know shit, the asswipe is a low class piece a shit. GM has always ruled and i was glad Kathy was dumped from Regis, the fact the Today Show brought the loser back to life just confirms that losers finish first

[jotenor]

OMG. What the hell does Kathy Lee know? She is just jealous cause she can't sing worth shit. George Michael's performance was absolutely awesome, brought me to tears, Paula to tears, even Simon stood up! George had a COLD and still sang it amazing. Kathy Lee, get a f-----g clue! You are pathetic. I hope you feel 2 inches tall. Look where George is at, where are you??????????

[ELVISETA1]

@jotenor right on!

[331angela]

Kathy Lee obviously has no taste in music. George was awesome. Everyone I know who saw it thought so.  His performance was so moving it brought Paula to tears. Even with a cold, George sounded better than Kathy Lee on her best day.

[pattykad]

wow, wow, wow....that was one of the most moving muscial moments I've ever seen

and she found it boring?

I'm not a big Michael fan and the song was not all that familar to me but I sat down and teared

up when I heard it.

She's a clown.

[bigcarguy69]

Kathy Lee is an old dirty twat ! She can't sing for shit so why did she put down one of the greatest singers in the world? Remember years ago, when she had those sweat shops over in Asia with the little kids making her cheap ass clothes? So she has no right to put anyone down. She should go put her head under a car tire and yell floor is bud.

[takalanashota]

I cringe with shame that i actually used to watch her 20 years ago in my foolish, foolish youth.

[ohthedrama671]

kathy lee is a joke. how can she not now this song? this is one of the greatest songs. and no one can sing it like george michael. obviously she wasnt even listening to the lyrics. what a hag.

[Cheleyas]

People! It's Kathy Lee! You are extremely blessed if you cannot recall her pathetic attempt at Christmas specials! (plural, mind you!)

'Nuff said!

LMAO

[kkjk7]

what a bitch

[papabear777]

Kathy, I won't say what the others are saying (even though I agree with nearly all the stuff said, you were extremely 'ignant' not realizing he had a cold and still sounded better than most singers at their best), I will just say, it's sad to see you, I preferred you when you used to be with Regis, but apparently, like everyone else - you drove a wedge between him & you and you look back at your life and wonder - "I was so unfairly demanding & hypocritical"....

how sad.

[janice221]

This is the same women who started off her career by singing on a game show. What a loser!

[papabear777]

"I wonder why he did THAT!" - Kathy was too busy getting stuffed by her gardener in 1990 to realize that was one of the biggest songs of the year, and it's about the over-focus on owning "stuff" and ignoring those in need - all that would be lost on a snobby ignorant person like Kathy. Plus he sang what he wanted because he's GEORGE MICHAEL and you're not Kathy! LOL... He had a cold, and still sounded unbelievably good. Saw him in concert twice later that year & he was even BETTER!

[damiendommer]

I wouldn't PISS on that bitch if she was on FIRE!

[mburch1974]

stfu kathy you're an idiot.

[cutengburg]

Too bad that bird on the set didn't take a dump on Kathy Lee's head

[lalala020]

did she see and (more importantly!!) listen to the same performance and song as i did??!!George was amazing, even with a huge cold he could still move me (and millions of other people) to tears....beautiful!!!

[dewy200884]

Excuse me !!! Can someone tell me who the hell is Kathy Lee???

[honeybees1]

Fuck her.

[bbhaw84]

stupid no talent bitch!!! who the hell is she to comment on him??? george michael wudnt even spit on her cos shes full of shit!!!! shes not worth even gm's spit! whore

[8891rc]

Fuck That Hoe.

[LadyVal87]

She is a total moron!!!

[ruthsp18]

She isn't even fit to suck his cock...she can't hear well anymore since she has to listen to her own ignorant mouth and singing. Whata dumb bitch

[rabt16]

Kathie Lee is NOTHING but an IGNORANT STUPID BITCH!! She's not fit to shine George's shoes!

[anisalti]

kathy lee is still around???? hahaha

[mikeandbrad]

She is the exact type person that will be hungry & empty handed. She claims to be artistic! How IRONIC! Where was again her CD "attempt" ended up? That's right in the bargain bin with her clothing line!

[mikeandbrad]

I fell upon this video, and I know I may be a bit behind to be pissed, but did Kathy (sweat shop) Lee even listen to the words of this song. When it was written it was ahead of its time. He should be called Nostradamus!!! George could see the world in 1990, when the song was released, for what it has become today. I am in hopes that the state of the world turns around, but if it does not, I hope Miss Sweat Shop can eat that coffee cup she is holdong.

[dewy200884]

stupid bitch

[spursla1]

Stupid bitch!

[digimanx2]

This is TOO funny. Kathy Lee's so called singing CD's end up in the bargain bin after a few months and SHE's critiquing George Michael.

[PERSIANSOLDIER75]

common people,shes just mad couse she had all the cocks in the industry besides georges..lmao..id be mad 2 if i were her!

he was and still is the best!!!

[flackguy]

Is there a point to this show? Maybe the birds were going to s**t on the hosts?

[rockchic21]

FUCKING DUMB CUNT???

she is so IGNORANT she is like a child, what... she needs big flashin lights, a huge gospel choir and lots of shit choreography to make a real great performance????? DUMB BITCH

HER OPINION

MOST PEOPLE thought it was INCREDIBLE so she can shut THE FUCK UP!?????

[mikeenla]

he could sing a menu and I would love it,  maybe he chose to sing a touching song to inspire or maybe because he didn't want to rub his amazing talent in the face of the hopefuls competing, Kathy not every song has to be a Star search Sam Harris Scream feast.....

[gordonwhitlock]

She sucks and doesn't realize it - George rocked this show for all thouse who really know how that song was to sound and feel - she apparently has no touch with sound...

[Shav4Kev]

i heard george had a cold that night aswell, duno if that was true , but george was fantastic, who the hell is she n e way ? iv never heard of her in my life...iv grew up listening to george all my life (as my sis is apparently his number 1 fan lol ) and tbh george does every song fantastic and with so much emotion as he always does. boo her she knows shit.

[ChelseaPhoenix]

STUPID BITCH!!!!! I've never been angry in a vid before. MY GOD! it was supposed to be a soft song, all songs in the finals doesn't have to be so LOUD and CHEERY it can also be SOFT and GENTLE she obviously DID NOT appreciate it. Look at Paula crying her eyes out, she was obviously thinking about how the world is with George's angelic voice in the background. I HATE people like those all they care about is HOW the show was not the MEANING....

[manns101101]

it's an emotional song u tit, it's supposed to be sung softly, not loud and brash like all american shit

[boxingGARDEN]

George Micheal is a total legend!

[freetobe08]

She's a bitch, and my opinion of her has just been lowered . .

[Alexandrafairydust]

How dare she???

[PrisonerOfParadise]

Woman on the 1st row was crying while he sang! How they dare to speak about George in such tone? He's the gratest and the best!!

[PrisonerOfParadise]

2 stupid cows!!! I hate these whores!!

[ladivamtl]

just give Kathie a micro phone a make her sing that song....she probably will choke on her own venom......she is such a bitch

[bboytomo]

Mouthy pair of cunts, I hope that bird shit on their arrogant fucking heads

[zigarum]

What stupid whores

[hockeychick778]

George's performance was so profound that night that one would have to be so shallow and ignorant not be to moved by it.

[daletafoya]

How ignorant is she. He was severely congested and he still came through...That's how shallow she is.

[ladivamtl]

what a dumb ass. omg this woman has no clue whats going on this world...she needs a reality check prob her many facelifts has effected her brain

George Michael was a moving touching performance..u could have heard a pin drop in the place....i cried twice, George Michael performance and when Cook won

[ronmonforever]

dumb woman!!!! knows nothing about what the song means!!!

[sleekcartim]

if you listen closely on the extended version of his idol performance, he sez: i should be rid of this cold before the tour.

[papabear777]

Hey, Kathy, roll down the windows of you Mercedes and see the suffering on the streets George was eluding to, you close-minded Republicon!

MILLIONS have lost their homes this year, the economy is near depression level, and food is up so much I'm buying less b/c I cannot afford it, b/c GAS is 4.25 a gallon!

Obama should win in a landslide!

[bachtoccata]

Why do you have to conflate GM's musical genius and Kathy Lee's idiocy with a political philosophy? Don't forget this song is like 20 yrs old. He is BRILLIANT, she is an idiot; can't we all just get along in the world of music if not in the world of politics? We're screwed no matter who wins the election.

[papabear777]

I was hoping the bird would take a healthy shit on her head. She's a dumbbutt, does that surprise ANYONE?

George Michael MESMORIZED the audience both there and on TV, people who appreciate vocalists know how beautiful he sang that song, and if she paid ANY EFFING ATTENTION she would have heard he said he had a cold, seconds after he finished.

Sometimes!!! People like her are millionaires, folks... She's a Bush fan so what can you say!

[slubert]

wow i woul´t never say some thing like that on telly... u just dont do this keep this 4 ur own

[hiwaymanx]

Wake us up, before you go go...on second thought, don't wake us up, just go go! The lyrics were a bit too deep for those who are out of touch with reality.

[Dsarsorito]

Kathie Lee sucks!!!

[chiarde]

George was sensational that night. Even with a terrible cold, he pulled through a top notch performance. A true professional. He sang a heartfelt song appropriate for all the horror occurring in the world. Perhaps Kathy should put down her coffee mug and roll down the windows of her Mercedes to see what some folks are enduring right now.

[pjeno007]

Besides, Kathy probably wanted him to sing 'Faith'. Repubs like those Wedding Reception tunes.

[pjeno007]

It was a great performance, but he sung it better live before. Ya "Shaung", do we have to explain why an album version may sound better? Anyway, George apologized at the end of the performance for the off key parts. Kathy Lee?...becha shes a Republican. I used to like her, but wont be watching her hour of the Today show anymore. The song couldn't have been more appropriate. Paula was crying, I was crying, and I'm not even on the same meds. The tune is like 15 years old and even more valid NOW.

[RoyalSmile]

Totally right Kathy Lee or what her stupid name is, is just not informed about how old the song is/ what it mean. Or maybe she isn't use to hearing good music wish has a message.

[aisforallieexo]

That is so rude of Kathy Lee!!! I loved George Michael's performance... I was crying it was soo moving. I don't understand what that woman was hearing because it obviously wasn't the amazing song everybody else heard. And David Cook was GREAT to win I was so happy!! I totally disagree with Kathy Lee whoever she is.

[shaung]

Praying For Time is a great song on a great album but this performance was awful.

[LaceyBlue1]

How was it aweful? where are the aweful parts..? you can use the timer to point out the parts you think were so terrible..I'll be waiting.

[shaung]

All of it, I can't watch it again.

[precious1933]

P.S., Hoda, I've always liked you, but since they've partnered you with this no talent my opinion of you has dropped a couple of notches. Hoda, get out, get out, get out while you can!!!!! Save yourself!!!!!!!!

[precious1933]

You know,we really shouln't be angry at this woman, we should pity her because she's pathetic. She tries very hard to be witty but it loses something in the translation. It's probably quite difficult for her to listen to a true talent, especially since her "singing career" consists of "Name That Tune" and Carnival Cruise jingles. I'm really happy she has a new job, one where she won't have to try to sing. Soon she'll perfect her speaking voice, get rid of that grating, nasal tone. Congrats KL

[dddiane07]

To most ppl one and two together means twelve!!! Kathy lee the moron!!! Thinks that she's back on T.V. that ppl adore her again, to think I was happy for her!!! I take it back .....Kathy Lee I have lost respect for you!!!

[dddiane07]

Kathy Lee!! WTF!!! how could "she" even go there!!! Oh wait i'm waiting for the nxt carnival cruise commercial!!! I thought I liked Kathy Lee now i'm not so sure! What a bitch!!! all the ppl that stuck up for her back in the day and she has the balls to pick on George Micheal? WTF lady!!! Get a grip cut the guy some slack, he had a cold!!! might I add sounds better than you on a good day!!! So disappointed.

[FREDGMNEWS]

What a great voice ! one of the best ever !

[montemoose]

What a joke this woman is! First off, GM is one of the best singers of our time. Whether he has a cold or has an illness, he still can out-sing most people and for her to comment on how the song went on and on is insane. The words are so deep and meaningful... I think anyone reading this who agrees knows not to listen to someone like Kathy Lee. I too can't wait to see GM in San Jose!

[goldrush22]

why doesnt she try listening to the lyrics? George michael sang the song beautifully, yet she was unable to appreciate the message of the song

[Serg812]

What an idiot she is. Seriously, how can you even say ANYTHING negative about that performance?

[ComeStains]

hey Kathie Lee, if you're reading this, you suck, period. You're time on this miserable planet is short. Dont waste your stinky breathe berating someone who cant defend themselves. Life is too fucking short.

I hope Howard Stern is all over your wrinkled ass on the radio ripping you apart once again you fucking cow. And BTW, your son Cody is a Howard Stern fan, now take it, take it, take it...gahgeeyah

[FatbackMcGee]

Ironic and amazing that Kathy Lee would criticize George Michael's performance and song choice. Keep in mind, Miss Gifford, that your most memorable and significant performance is the Carnival Cruise jingle. Frank Gifford cheated on you because you're a worthless bitch...

[AnalogX64]

GM started a bit rough because of the Cold, but you can hear the voice start to warm up and kicks butt closer to the end of the song.

I dont think any guest has come close to what GM did on that night.

And notice how Kathy's Partner agrees with her like a sheep??

[singleplus05]

WTF!! Kathy Lee seriously needs to have her ears tested. Her critique of GM was so lame and lacked anything professional as far as someone working in the media is concerned. I mean " He sang a song that went on... just like that..." Go listen to the words bitch then maybe you can add something intelligent to your vocabulary otherwise you are in the wrong career. Myself, I reckon you're just plain STUPID!!!

[xfilescd73]

How can anyone not like GM performance on AI? He totally crushed the other guests. Can't wait to see him live on June 19 in San Jose,CA!

[leigherin2007]

My comments earlier were directed at Kathy the loser.

I might actually lose sleep tonight because of her rediculous review of GM's performance.

It was one of the most amazing live expressions of passion i have ever seen by GM. He had a cold and still sung it beautifully

[LaceyBlue1]

I agree...it was amazing...she is way off on this one.

[pearldrummer1]

Kathy Lee Gifford has no career left that is why she's on some knockoff program making ridonkulous comments. NEXT!

[leigherin2007]

you are a retard bitch.

GM is a better person than you will ever be.

you are a nobody.

your comments show how pathetic you really are.

you embarrass all americans.

[4VDO]

Yeah, I suspected Botox might have terrible side effects Kathy Lee Gifford!

[AnalogX64]

Someone needs to.....down her throat.

[nema1218]

Kathy Lee is really stupid for dissing George Michael!That was the best performance by a guest on Idol!Best season and finale ever!GM rules,Kathy Lee sucks!

[casshern06]

Excuse the American Comment, i was slightly pissed off at the time, i apologise.

[ONETIMEWANNA]

these people are so stupid, it amazes me....

[casshern06]

Stupid bitch doesnt know what the fuck she is talking about!! For one he has sung that song like that live for over 10 years and secondly he was clearly singing with a cold, you could here it in his voice, but he still sounded better than anyone live!! Dumb American Bitch!!!