Talk:Rosie O'Donnell/Archive 3

message: Perhaps a rewrite for the first sentence is in order. 68.38.51.154 23:07, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Article clearly covers the subject's sexuality.Benjiboi 23:44, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title: 11-time award winning lesbian?

message: What is the encyclopedic value of having all these controveries?  I looked at the other View co-hosts' pages and they barely mention any controversies.  Why are all of Rosie O'Donnell's controveries documented and the others not?  Is it because she is a lesbian?  That's the only thing I could think of that differs from her and the other co-hosts.  How come this article mentions the fight between Elisabeth Hassleback and Rosie yet it's not even mentioned on Hassleback's page.
:The brief answer is that O"Donnell is highly-visible, out-spoken liberal lesbian and seemingly a magnet for the culture wars in America because she is outspoken about her disdain for President Bush. In time I imagine the section will shrink a bit but even the smallest changes have been met with angst so it might take a little more time. Benjiboi 09:36, 1 August 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Please cite sources or references to support that assertion. Benjiboi 13:24, 21 August 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Encyclopedic value 

message: Is this correct: "State law won't let them adopt because Florida bans gay or bisexual people from adopting.[29]"
Do they let individuals adopt?  What about bisexuals in heterosexual marriages, e.g. Billie Joe Armstrong (no adopted kids; bisexual in a heterosexual marriage).  69.12.143.197 04:51, 1 September 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: I believe all states let individuals adopt. Bisexuality, in my experience, is simply not addressed. If you are perceived as being hetero then no issues are raised. If you are single they would probably follow up with other questions including sexuality, income, background, etc. to rightfully ensure a child's well-being. Benjiboi 16:53, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Confirm a statement 

message: The article skips a great deal about the video blog and about Rosie's reaction to the argument with Hasselbeck.  
The information on the video blog tour is inaccurate, based solely on Rosie's opinions and a fantasy that people were interested in the video blog.  She has appeared drunk on the blog, ranting about her time on The View.  The section still states a possible "summer 2007" tour, which never happened.
In addition, the article fails to mention Rosie's rants against Hasselbeck while Rosie performed on a cruise.  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 98.199.218.101 (talk) 05:53, 13 September 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: It's best to reference an outside source that sees these actions as noteworthy before they are included. As is the article is a bit rambly and now that the View chapter seems to have finished is likely to be trimmed anyway. If there is something in particular that should be addressed feel free to refernece it and add it but know that others can simply delete it if it seems to not be valid or offer anything to making the article better. Benjiboi 23:49, 14 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  Inaccurate 

message: Rosie O'Donnell is possibly the most prominent gay rights activist, yet that term appears no where in this bio.  It should be added.   Matt Sanchez 15:54, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Disagree she is the most prominent although she is certainly is very prominent. I see you've added to the lede which seems appropriate. Benjiboi 16:43, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title: Gay Rights Activist

message: The controversies listed don't adequately portray the outrage Rosie often caused, or was accused of calling.  She was basically fired from the View.  Matt Sanchez 16:05, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Actually there has been some talk of trimming down all the controversies sections now that she is no longer on the show as 1. controversy sections by their nature are POV 2. it gives undue weight to the subjects. I also don't agree with your assertion She was basically fired as the facts simply don't support that statement. Benjiboi 16:49, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title: Rosie Controversy

message: Information about O'Donnell being injured by a waffle iron was recently removed from the Nip/Tuck article . I don't mean to raise the issue of whether it should have been removed, I just wondered if it was true and, if it is, whether people feel it should be put in this article. I will research it further myself, but just wanted to raise it here. F Mita 11:34, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: Don't know if it's true and the reference given was on Flicker photo site which I don't think is considered a reliable ref. Even if it is true doesn't seem terribly encyclopedic: was it covered by mainstream press as anything other than trivial, was there a lawsuit that got coverage because of the incident, etc. I would think it would have a short life on this article and only a passing mention on the nip/tuck article. Benjiboi 19:15, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
replies: text: As far as I can see it is a hoax. Looks like somebody has been circulating shots of her in make-up from the Nip/Tuck and attaching a hoax story about the injury being real. Thanks for the reply. F Mita 21:19, 30 September 2007 (UTC)
thread_title: Waffle iron?