Donna Summer
A journalist alleged that Donna Summer made a series of intensely harmful homophobic remarks at a concert in , however, the singer strongly denies this. Join the HuffPost Community. Membership connects you to a movement of readers who believe good journalism builds a better world. Donna Summer New York Magazine Libel Lawsuit
With her danceable music and glamorous style, Donna Summer became an instant icon for the gay community during her s heyday. So when she allegedly made a number of religion-inspired remarks about the gay community as well as HIV/AIDS during a performance, the "Queen of Disco" faced an immediate backlash. In a newly released letter from Donna Summer to an AIDS advocacy group, the disco singer defended herself against long-standing accusations that she made offensive comments about gay people during a concert. During the height of her fame in disco's s heyday, Donna Summer, who died of lung cancer May 17, was an icon in the gay community. 
Donna Summer Denied Anti
Here is a compilation of clips where Donna Summer addresses rumors about her allegedly saying AIDS was a punishment toward homosexuals. She also discusses her libel lawsuit against New York. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. The late entertainer wrote a letter to ACT UP that described antigay remarks attributed to her as "unjust and unfair.
Donna Summer Disputed Antigay Remarks in 1989 Letter to ACT UP
In a newly released letter from Donna Summer to an AIDS advocacy group, the disco singer defended herself against long-standing accusations that she made offensive comments about gay people during. .
The misconstrued homophobic reputation of Donna Summer
Former disco diva Donna Summer is suing New York magazine for $30 million, claiming it falsely reported that she once called AIDS “a divine ruling” against gays. “The article in New York. . Read Donna Summer’s Never
Late entertainer Donna Summer wrote a letter to ACT UP, the AIDS activist group, that addressed protests and described the antigay remarks attributed to her as "unjust and unfair," writes Peter. . 
Walk Away
Donna Summer died yesterday at the age of She held many titles, including Disco Queen, Grammy winner, number one chart topper, and of course, gay icon. But as a born-again Christian, Summer’s relationship with her gay fans wasn’t always an easy one. At one point, she found herself the subject of controversy over anti-gay comments [ ]. .
SUMMER SUES MAGAZINE FOR REPORTED AIDS REMARK
Donna Adrian Gaines (December 31, – May 17, ), [2] known professionally as Donna Summer, was an American singer and songwriter. She gained prominence during the disco era of the s and became known as the "Queen of Disco", while her music gained a global following. [3][4]. .