Background of the Rumors

Lea Michele, the acclaimed actress from the series “Glee,” has been embroiled in a contentious rumor for over a decade suggesting that she cannot read. This speculation has persisted despite her successful career in both television and theatre.

Podcast Revelation

Recently, Michele appeared on the Therapuss with Jake Shane podcast, where she discussed how she first encountered these allegations. She recounted a conversation with producer Ryan Murphy, who informed her about the speculative claims circulating about her literacy.

“Ryan Murphy called me, and he was like, ‘Have you heard this rumor?’ And I was like, ‘No, what’s going on?’”

Confronting the Claims

To dispel the rumors, Michele humorously demonstrated her reading skills during the podcast. She picked up note cards and stated:

“Give me the notes. I’m reading that. Jonathan [Groff] is not here to read this for me.”

Her playful banter continued as she read fan-submitted questions aloud, further proving her literacy to skeptics.

Emotional Impact

Throughout the podcast, Michele expressed a mix of amusement and frustration regarding the rumors. She reflected on how these claims trivialize her educational achievements and family background:

“I’m one of the only women in my whole family to get accepted to college… and for someone to minimize that, it’s so sad and so frustrating.”

Support from Friends

The actress also shared an anecdote about how even her friends are frequently questioned about her literacy. Jonathan Groff, a close friend, humorously responded to curious fans during a podcast of his own:

“Do you really think she can’t? What the f*** does that say about you?”