George Michael smokes joint during interview

[vital]

http://www.cnn.com/2006/SHOWBIZ/Music/10/20/george.michael.ap/index.html

Network: George Michael smokes joint during interview
POSTED: 6:13 p.m. EDT, October 20, 2006
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LONDON, England (AP) -- George Michael praised marijuana and apparently smoked a joint during a recently taped television interview, prompting criticism from anti-drug campaigners Friday.

British television network ITV said the singer lit up while being interviewed for the arts program "The South Bank Show." The interview is due to be broadcast October 31.

"This stuff keeps me sane and happy," Michael, 43, told the program.

"I'd say it's a great drug -- but obviously it's not very healthy. You can't afford to smoke it if you've got anything to do."

A spokeswoman for "The South Bank Show" said the interview had been conducted in Madrid, Spain, where marijuana consumption is legal. In September, Michael launched his "25 Live" tour -- his first in 15 years -- in Spain.

Earlier this month, the former Wham! singer was given a formal warning for possessing marijuana after police found him slumped over the steering wheel of his car in north London.

He was also cautioned for possession of the drug in February. Marijuana users can be sentenced to up to two years in jail for possession in Britain, though in practice, most people found with small amounts are given a warning.

Paul Corry, a spokesman for mental health charity Rethink, said Michael's comments were "stupid and naive."

William Butler, spokesman for drug treatment charity Addaction, said he was "concerned about the message this can send out to young people."

"Cannabis is illegal because it can be harmful, as can all drugs," he said.

Michael's publicist said the singer had no comment.

 

[MisterJackson]

At least he's not getting busted at another rest area....

 

[JulesMaximus]

So basically, he's saying he's bored and has nothing better to do?

 

[MX2]

So what. Although, it makes me wonder if he offered to pass it around

 

[sandorski]

crap, me can't readg.

...or spell

 

[Eli]

:thumbsup:

 

[Juice Box]

Lol, damn thread makes me think of Arrested Development where George Michael buys the pot for Buster...

"I was going to smoke the marijuana Dad, I was going to smoke it like a cigarette"


"AND THAT'S WHY....you don't teach lessons to your son"

rofl :laugh:

 

[dxkj]

Originally posted by: Juice Box
Lol, damn thread makes me think of Arrested Development where George Michael buys the pot for Buster...

"I was going to smoke the marijuana Dad, I was going to smoke it like a cigarette"


"AND THAT'S WHY....you don't teach lessons to your son"

rofl :laugh:

Me too

 

[compuwiz1]

George Michael is a flaming i love you. Not that I have a problem with gays, just his way. He should be a disgrace to the homosexual community.

 

[Lonyo]

William Butler, spokesman for drug treatment charity Addaction, said he was "concerned about the message this can send out to young people."

"Cannabis is illegal because it can be harmful, as can all drugs," he said.

And alcohol is legal because...?

 

[aidanjm]

Originally posted by: compuwiz1
George Michael is a flaming i love you. Not that I have a problem with gays, just his way. He should be a disgrace to the homosexual community.

"Are you gay? No? Then fvck off! This is my culture!" -- George Michael

I think George Michael is a bit of a hero myself.