Aretha Franklin Rare 1990 Interview with Joan Rivers

[@kaybrown7733]

Aretha was totally in control of this interview. What a boss!

[@MrBjorn6]

That's just Aretha Franklin!

[@anniewaller6486]

Aretha is always in control and gracious. She’s a lady for sure.

[@keepingitrealandtruthful.5081]

She was in control of all of her interviews and she didn't hold her tongue neither.

[@jacobTheeCreole]

A true Aries

[@dcg590]

Boss? She left her kids t9 go around the country and sing. She’s a massive pos. She and her parent raise her kids. Loser

[@taotaostrong]

Ms. Franklin looks absolutely beautiful in this clip, and she handled the questions like a true queen. ♥️

[@arildthordal810]

She was so pretty.

[@cakhashamosley1595]

Rest In Peace to them both Aretha Franklin & Joan Rivers 🙏🏼🕊

[@dansmodacct]

Two greats!

[@christinebrown7410]

Wow!!! She was 48 in this interview. She was gorgeous!

[@AlphaOmeg-y3h]

beauty is vain. What else did you learn from this interview?

[@brynnk2518]

@@AlphaOmeg-y3h that she was beautiful inside and out .

[@rainbowstarmced191]

@@AlphaOmeg-y3h She had a beautiful complexion and captivating eyes. Stunning hairstyle and ensemble!

[@AlphaOmeg-y3h]

@@brynnk2518 that didn’t answer my question. Try again.

[@AlphaOmeg-y3h]

@@rainbowstarmced191 that didn’t answer my question either. Try again.

[@SH-lc7ue]

I love that Aretha was so content being as private as she was. She found a nice balance between being a public figure while not overexposing herself to the world. She's never harsh, but she makes it clear where her boundaries are. Along with her tremendous talent, I think that really helped keep people's interest on her artistry, and not so much her personal life.

[@NDB82]

💯💯💯

[@luruperchausse10]

Classy Lady!

[@adappowerz5704]

RIGHT, and Even after attempts of ppl to put 2 and 2 together with her.....she is still a mystery woman in that department.

[@jaibrightofficial]

Classic Aries! We are friendly but not quick to make friends.

[@Hi.Shadow]

She looked absolutely beautiful with her hair styled like that. Certain hairstyles definitely brought out the beauty in Ms. Aretha.

[@lastdays3148]

Yes, especially when she had her Fro.

[@dansmodacct]

@@lastdays3148 I loved the fro, too! Anything she wore or styled looked great!

[@AntonioJLee]

Yes, whenever she wore her hair pulled back it really opened up her beautifully structured face and complexion. She was a beautiful woman.

[@Hi.Shadow]

@@AntonioJLee it’s amazing how different hairstyles can accentuate some of your best features.

[@oceanview777]

She has the most beautiful eyes. It’s a joy to see her. And she is so deep and well spoken. Class personified.

[@Bananadiva1]

Aretha always came across very classy. She has as lovely a speaking voice as a singing voice. I could listen to her speak all day long.

[@deneenjeffries2768]

Me too

[@Jiorgiapeach]

Aretha really liked Joan it seems. She was very kind and gracious in her responses to tough questions. I’ve noticed that when Aretha doesn’t feel good with an interviewer, she tends to shut them down .

[@dennismclaurin1487]

As she should

[@jeffreyj3906]

She would shut them down but Joan knew she was a diva and she treated her with kid gloves. She was drinking and smoking more here.

[@rob_cd]

I don't think I've ever seen Aretha less quick to cut a B, lol.

[@gamitaalfonso9999]

Ms. Franklin was NOT to be tried!🤣

[@jcextranow]

She did not let anyone misquote her and she would not make any apologies for her words because they were always genuine and steep and could not be repeated.

[@SanTa-wk4ld]

Such class grace and poise. Only one queen.

[@caramelcosmo71147]

Aretha basically said…”Stay outta my bizness Joan” 😭😭😂😂😂 I LOVED this woman SOOOO MUCH 🕊️🥰♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@jones6686]

If you look closely, you can SEE the gears of her mind moving to make sure she represents herself in as respectable and secure of a light as possible.

[@uneeda6160]

Aretha is regal and wherever she went she carried herself as such. Joan was the hardest interview back then. Other artist may have been intimated by Joan but not the Queen. As far as being relieved when you have cared for someone who required that kind of care as Aretha's dad you still feel the loss. RIP to both, the world is different since they both left.

[@luxurydoll6007]

Aretha absolutely gorgeous

[@davidcowan4378]

Great clip. No one messes with Aretha. I think Joan realises this early on and then is ultra professional.

[@sheroderickjohnson]

This was one of her best interviews. She was warm friendly. I seen interviews with the Queen of Soul where she was very short, blunt, no smiles. We miss you Aretha. She was very honest and straight to the point here

[@JustDeJane]

Babyyyy Ms. Aretha looks goodddd in this clip

[@peterkane4465]

Aretha Franklin, I feel is part of me, I've learnt so much from how she holds herself to how she sings! Wise woman, beautiful soul! 💕💕💕

[@USNAVDC]

Watching Aretha...makes me happy and sad at the same time. So sad that she's gone.

[@tavii80sbaby82]

Her eyes are so captivating and the most beautiful 💜

[@GG-vg8gn]

I Love Joan and Aretha each in their own way. Rip to both 💐

[@judd442009]

Ms. Franklin was a very wise woman. "God is able."

[@BlueForTheRoses]

Lol yeah but yet she was afraid to fly. Some faith.

[@AlphaOmeg-y3h]

@@BlueForTheRoses Having faith in God, doesn't mean you could or should do anything and rely on your faith. God also gives us discernment and common sense not to do certain things. Your attempt at mocking Jesus has failed, again.

[@Youcannotsing]

​@@BlueForTheRosesoh shut up

[@radioramzi]

Ms. Franklin was 2 cool and 2 smooth for school.. I love her chill vibe.

[@JUNOtheArtist]

Aretha handled this so well. Wow. Much respect.

[@wellofcire]

so did joan...she was good at catering to not being offensive...

[@dontBother4Real]

She should been slapped a couple times, but Aretha handled it well ❤

[@wellofcire]

@@dontBother4Real by being snide 74 percent of the time...creepy the other 26...?

[@dontBother4Real]

@@wellofcire what?

[@wellofcire]

@@dontBother4Real what....what?

[@audreytaylor2655]

Mrs Aretha said I’m only here to talk about the music .

[@jadi2259]

This was my first time seeing an Aretha interview like 3 nights ago.. I probably know 1 or 2 songs off the top of my head. Here I am days later and I haven’t stopped listening to Aretha omg she’s amazing

[@jadi2259]

Update: I collect CDs for fun and today I went and found two Aretha albums and some other stuff. I won

[@arethasD6belt]

Aretha changed my life and I just started really listening to her for a solid year

[@malford9991]

Aretha seemed very relaxed

[@angelamanzini3052]

Very confident, well experienced business lady.Straight to the point.

[@tremaine861]

Aretha always had a certain charm about her, so regal!!!

[@deontyler960]

I really enjoyed this interview with Aretha Franklin... Yes, she's well guarded and reserved far as her private life. I said it before and I'll say it again just like this interview 1990 was the year Aretha looked the most beautiful .... She truly looked like a QUEEN 😀🙏💙🙏😀

[@BlueLatte-f3f]

Joan can seem to joke too much but its because she jokes through her own tragedies but it can come across a little crass in interviewing especially because she is also a fast talker throwing in genuine questions with parts of her comedy routine. Aretha had tokeep a good pace in order to process Joan’s intent.

[@deontyler960]

@@BlueLatte-f3f I hardly looked at Joan talk show back then .. Thanks for letting me know.

[@dansmodacct]

Joan is in a category of her own. So is Aretha.

[@wendyyates6046]

I'm so disappointed that I missed this AWESOME television show. I was working and going to college. Thank you so much.

[@Dedicated2WendyWilliams]

They’re both gone, probably even people in the audience… wish i could go back to these times

[@katieydiddkatieydidd7269]

It is amazing to me how some people who conduct interviews have such little knowledge about the lives of the people they are interviewing. I wonder if Joan Rivers is even cognizant of what it must have been like for someone like Aretha Franklin who was born and grew up in a nation and environment where Jim Crow and Segregation were state sanctioned. Aretha held back so much and exhibited so much grace during this entire interview.

[@td866]

It would be very interesting to hear that part of her story but I doubt she dwelled on those times like people today.

[@Happiness1876]

​@@td866 that's why she is successful

[@td866]

@@Happiness1876 exactly. she didn't do that at all!

[@Happiness1876]

@@td866 the victim mental needs to stop we all being through things, some worst than others but we got to move on and improve our lives

[@carlosesteves5857]

@@td866 Discussing a monumental event that effected many lives isn't 'dwelling" on something. It's trying to sort out what happened. Especially since we currently have people trying to ban books and shut down any conversation of America's racist past, because it makes them feel uncomfortable.

[@izzyci]

both of them are legends and no longer with us. Just shows how life is a flash

[@AliKhan-yx1dy]

💯💯💯

[@issstratton260]

This is the truth. Just a flash. ❤

[@joannbrooker9282]

I miss Ms. Franklin so very much. She lived her life and did what God directed her to do.

[@AliKhan-yx1dy]

U real think that obout god ?

[@audreyfreeman4208]

I think she liked Joan Rivers a lot because she usually is not this relaxed with other interviewers so she seems like she was very fond of Joan Rivers and Joan Rivers knew it 😮and they were both very comfortable together talking

[@phyllismceady5898]

Ms. Aretha was absolutely gorgeous💯❤️❤️❤️💜

[@teamplay5847]

Wow. Aretha was reaaallly beautiful at 48! Nice!!

[@pjpj3416]

Aretha is so beautiful and composed, love her 😍😍😍

[@StilettoCutsQuick.]

Aretha has been thru it all and handled these rude questions with class and dignity.

[@Gemini530]

Hahahaha, what type of questions do you expect when you are interviewed by Joan? What did you have for breakfast? Come on. Aretha knew there would be tough questions, but she knew she could handle it. Plus, I thought Joan was very respectful, and you can see how much she admired Aretha.

[@geromebrown7582]

She will always be the Queen 👸🏽 🙌🏽

[@dennispearson871]

This Interview is Priceless !!!...

[@angelacollins5510]

Everybody should be as cool as Miss Franklin 💕

[@henrywilliams4697]

After watching her movie and looking at this I am in awe.

[@mgreen9316]

She was really a beautiful woman.

[@Agentkailua]

There will never be another like her. What a beautiful, strong and in control woman, I feel the power from Ms. Franklin when watching this interview. RIP&Love Queen Aretha Franklin

[@bakangmashimola357]

I could listen to Aretha talk all day. Aretha was born to be a Queen, she was a natural. ❤

[@stringer-ik1pc]

Pregnant at 13 to her father.then 5 kids to 5 different men.she was disgusting.

[@bakangmashimola357]

@@stringer-ik1pc correction she had 4 kids . Yes she was pregnant at 13 but that didn’t stop her to be the Queen of soul . She clarified who the father of her 1st born was on one of her will , so I can’t believe you still having that false information … She isn’t the only human being who has kids from different fathers. If relationships don’t workout you leave as easy as that ….

[@mariahyohannes]

⁠@@stringer-ik1pcCorrection: She had 4 children. And if you say her father, fathered her first born child, why would that make Aretha disgusting? That would make her a victim to r*pe and incest. That was not her fault.

[@margaretcurrie7739]

What a lovely lady, I've always loved her music but didnt know much about her life until I went to see the film about her life.

[@beb5407]

Re Re mastered this and she is poised n so very professional

[@wendyyates6046]

Wow!! I never saw this interview with the late Ms. Joan Rivers interviewing the talented and beautiful Ms. Aretha Franklin. May they both Rest in Heavenly Peace.

[@marimuffin]

I've been searching for this, Thank you!

[@RestlessRick]

You're welcome! My mom was the Aretha fan when I was growing up so she taped a lot of these Aretha videos that I post here, rip to Aretha and my mom.

[@YourMom-mh9yi]

@@RestlessRick did anything happen with the young man did he ever get a record deal?

[@hazellynch489]

We miss Ms. Aretha

[@TheBubblyBartender]

So cool to see Aretha Franklin in this interview

[@BlytheWorld1972]

She is so classy .. i love her.

[@reneehicks4629]

When Joan said we’re you Relieved when your father passed I cringed a little. but I’m glad Aretha clarified her on that one. I understand totally how Aretha was feeling on that because my mom passed from cancer. She was sick for 2yrs and bedridden for 1yr. I felt no relief when she passed.. That type of questioning could’ve gone way left for Joan but I l on ve how Aretha handled it.

[@taotaostrong]

Excellent point. My condolences for the loss of your Mother also. 💞

[@elizabethallen4353]

Agree. How about an open ended question - "I'm so sorry. How are you feeling now?" Let her express what she wants.

[@jones6686]

Well, I get it. Joan is more open and less conventional about handling serious or depressing issues, very 'just rip the band-aid off', Aretha was... not so much 😂 but that's what I like about her.

[@highlyfavored12]

I guess Aretha brushed Joan off as ignorant.Aretha handled the questions like the Queen she is.

[@martell203]

I cringed too. What kind of question was that? I seriously couldn’t imagine.

[@calvinterrell2053]

I like that Joan asks the questions that she wants. Others would be afraid to ask Aretha certain questions. I like that about Joan. Aretha seemed to get that Joan wasn't trying to be mean or even nosey. Her questions were valid. I miss Aretha too...💕

[@NRenee111]

Wendy Williams definitely took a note from Joan's book. I see the similarities in how they speak kind of rash

[@HashtagAuthenticallyMe]

Absolutely

[@justj1833]

Don't compare an amazing world famous comic who broke barriers with some crackhead radiochick that got lucky .Please!

[@samolo800]

@@justj1833 jealous much

[@NRenee111]

@@justj1833 that's harsh and she didn't "just get lucky" she's worked her ass off for years and has also broken barriers especially for black women to hold space in the talk show arena and also Inthe gossip blog arena. Pipe down Joan was also harsh, and mean spirited especially when she had that fashion show on E. Please!

[@KatGlo]

@@justj1833 how did she get lucky? Wendy is one of the best to ever do it. Her career is a reflection of that.

[@xanderpromeo]

Aretha was a real beauty. The absolute definition of a regal leonine lady.

[@Carducci1959]

Aretha shines with inner-wisdom !

[@danieshateele429]

Joan must be excited! She’s talking too fast that Aretha can’t answer the questions without her talking in between… and it was rude to ask if Aretha father had insurance…

[@funkpill]

that's how they are

[@tasibho]

As a singer i really dislike it when people just expect you out of nowhere to start singing. No one says that to actors. And though comedians get it too its not often someone says crack a joke.

[@hellobecky84]

this exactly; also from a music background so I just *cringe* when people ask singers to do this on the spot; there's no realization that they may need to warm up, etc.

[@ComedianNemaKatt]

Fashion people ALWAYS say “tell me a joke” or “make me laugh” soon as you reveal that you’re a comedian. It’s annoying. If you want to know if I’m funny come to my show!

[@stephaniecannon410]

Beautiful Priceless Timepiece ❤

[@melindamullins9971]

great throwback marvelous episode thanks for such a classic upload. both women were icons and the male guest seams very nice persona.

[@charlita25]

The guy on the keyboard 🎹 is great 💯

[@rahsaanephriam48]

Both Queens in leagends in their fields. Rest in sweet Paradise to both of them.

[@MrDLOC11]

Aretha really liked Joan cuz she let her get away with some dumb questions but some good ones also. Joan wasnt afraid of Aretha & re re obviously found that refreshing. This was an excellent interview,!! ❤🎉😊

[@ManifestedSonofTheMostHigh23]

This interview was really a wrestling match because Joan was trying to get Aretha to open up and Aretha was very guarded and defensive. However, we know that she was intensely private. So I understand that. So in my opinion you had to be a very skillful and tactful interviewer to really get a good interview probably person that very reserved.

[@ranrriprich6709]

Aretha wanted to slap the 💩💩💩 out of Joan river

[@ranrriprich6709]

@@sashineb.2114 That's your opinion and this my opinion, I'm sure aretha wanted to slap the 💩 out of Joan river end of story 🤔

[@TheDealvin]

I dont think she was defensive...guarded yes....

[@0000YumYum0000]

Defensive? It’s her life she has to be guarded.

[@ManifestedSonofTheMostHigh23]

@@0000YumYum0000 Agreed.

[@rubydavis5384]

Aretha, was very intelligent, firm, and quick to answer any appropriate questions I love hearing, she was a good mother who grew up with her children's, like I did.❤❤

[@marlochapman8484]

She Sooooooooo Cute Cute Beautiful love this interview

[@ArthurXiong1]

Joan: what's the biggest mistake you've made? Aretha: **thinks** (doing this interview)

[@elef.5697]

😂😂😂

[@familylifetoo9541]

Lol but she seemed very happy 😍

[@tan_ya_]

The dude singing on the keyboard LOL. He wasn't bad just made me laugh.

[@pjpj3416]

I really enjoyed the guy singing and playing the keyboard at the end, he was talented and handsome too.👍

[@Leftofway]

Miss Franklin was positively RADIANT!

[@erinmeggik391]

I miss this era of 📺 interviews

[@KatGlo]

Rock Steady is my favorite Rere song. Good to know she wrote it. Think is good too.

[@fabianferrada2501]

I can't believe Mark McEwen was 35 at the time, he looks 55.

[@majorboyce123]

I think Joan was really nervous here. How ever the legend of Aretha being such a hard interview is probably dancing in her mind at the same time. Aretha has really never been a good interview she's just very guarded. She's so very pretty here.

[@pamelasmart4968]

She had a lot to be garded a out being a mother as a child.

[@brucep9393]

Let's tell the truth. White people used to talk to people out of the sides of their necks back then. So many black artist are labeled difficult from Aretha, Whitney to Mary. They loved the stars like Diana who really just bended how they wanted them to.

[@Musicball]

@@brucep9393 Diana was labeled the queen of difficulty. They don't like Black women who are strong and confident and don't take crap.

[@louisepalm4792]

Not at all. She just had to be careful.

[@0000YumYum0000]

I disagree. And Joan knew better. This is the Aretha Franklin. The 👸🏾

[@maggiethecat1538]

He was a better interviewer than Joan. Joan seemed awkward and uncomfortable.

[@KeengKehdahOfficial]

This dude was 35 looking like 45 . My how times have changed lol

[@kerondadon8397]

Not him breaking out and singing "she makes me feel" 😂😂😂😂

[@karmenarteyri4499]

All my love and respects to these musical legends of beautiful sounds and melodies. I am still speechless at our history. Watching this interview …. I listen to Aretha I listen to the conversation and it dawns on me that throughout all of this no one is thinking about the black men and women being killed. The black poor families and babies in the projects. Italians are hard workers too, as well as Dominicans and puerto rica a

[@ask4theupgrade359]

The record companies pitted the younger Natalie Cole against Aretha Franklin (8yrs age difference) and the younger Whitney Houston against Aretha Franklin (21 yr age difference. Mariah Carey against Whitney Houston (6 yrs age difference) and the younger Ariana Grande against Mariah Carey (24 yr age difference) Whitney collaborated w/both Aretha and Mariah. Mariah eventually collaborated with Ariana Grande. Sadly, that never happened between Natalie Cole and Aretha Franklin. 3 of these Divas are no longer with us.

[@wendyyates6046]

This is an Amazing interview. I missed it because I was working and going to college. Wow!!

[@charlita25]

Good 👍🏾 interview. I miss this kind of television 📺 programming

[@Camille-mv3mr]

That was extremely rude of Joan Rivers to ask Aretha Franklin if her father had insurance.

[@skip031890]

I didn't think it was rude. Health insurance is a major issue nowadays and it's a common topic. Nothing rude about asking that question.

[@AliKhan-yx1dy]

Ms Franklin looked beautiful

[@kctaylorsings]

Child! The upmost respect and admiration for Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul for responding to these very difficult and personal questions that Rivers thrown her way. 🖤

[@kendall7086]

Utmost

[@stevenwilliambaylessparks3730]

Joan had no limits, but Aretha put her in her place.

[@hoodiehoo461]

This man 35 at that time? Wow!

[@lindav.johnson9523]

He, Mark McEwen, was the Al Roker of CBS’s morning news show… while Al had not yet ascended to the position that Willard Scott held at that time…

[@beatjunkybg]

Yeah, he could pass for 55

[@elef.5697]

Aretha Franklin is so classy! Joan Rivers on the other hand seriously lacks tact.

[@joedambrosia5072]

Seriously! 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@keepingitrealandtruthful.5081]

Aretha was ready for her at every question.

[@blackcosmos]

Luv everything about this especially at 18:22 💯🔥

[@summerbrightbright4602]

It’s good to see old Legends wow it’s while

[@jdsthird]

The Queen of Shade said…”Congratulations on your Emmy, your nomination.”

[@rennyray11]

I just love Aretha!

[@locdemperor4378]

I love the fact the gentleman put some respect on Aretha’s name

[@anthonywilliams3822]

He absolutely did!

[@RyanKarty]

I cannot discuss that with tou right now.....and joan RESPECTED!!!!

[@PeterShieldsukcatstripey]

Beautiful lady and what a voice.

[@sibusisoradebe9642]

May both their beautiful souls continue to rest in peace