Liza Minnelli, the iconic actress and singer, made a rare public appearance during the Season 17 finale of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” on April 18. At 79 years young, she was the recipient of Giving Us Lifetime Achievement Award. This honor celebrated her brilliant contributions to the world of entertainment and her extraordinary gift of bringing happiness to countless audiences worldwide.
When she finally took the stage, the studio audience greeted her with thunderous applause. Clad in an eye-popping matrixlike sequined monochromatic black bodysuit, Minnelli was that force of nature. She seated herself in an opulent throne, elegantly dangling one leg over the arm of the chair, embodying both glamour and grace.
During her conversation with Michael Feinstein, Minnelli revealed that she has been actively writing and creating new work alongside Christopher Young, whom she described as a “pure genius.” The two are currently in production on projects that illustrate her lasting love for music and performance.
Minnelli gave the world a lot of great health advice, including the crucial belief that happy people live longer. “You didn’t ask, but I have one piece of advice: Take care of your body ’cause you might live longer than you expect to,” she stated. As she discussed her personal journey, she reflected on her resilience, saying, “I just keep replacing parts and moving forward.”
The evening featured a performance from dancers to her classic song “Ring Them Bells,” further showcasing her influential musical legacy. Her half-brother, Joey Luft, was easily identifiable in the audience. He was there to celebrate with her the great achievement.
During the discussion, Minnelli expressed great warmth and admiration for her parents Judy Garland and Vincente Minnelli. She spoke to the deep impact they had on her life and career. “Well, you know, everybody would rush to see whatever my mother was doing, and my father especially, because he was making people do magic,” she recalled.
Her humor shone through as she mentioned a light-hearted memory of receiving five costumes for Christmas, showcasing her trademark wit.