This story has been twisted to fit a false narrative. Thank you Gordon Chambers for always spreading the truth about Phyllis. There was no ongoing beef between Phyllis and Whitney. Phyllis was a mentor and big sister to many in the industry including Whitney. That is who she was. I wish more people would speak up about that side of her. And it should not go unspoken: Alyson Williams always gives Phyllis her flowers. She loved her! And God bless you, Clay Cane, for always shining a light on Phyll

Phyllis tells the story of when Gregory Hines was temporarily fired from the Broadway smash "Sophisticated Ladies." The audio is from the 1982 Fresh Air interview on NPR. | Phyllis Hyman