Lea Michele TikTok Debut: Star Pokes Fun at Funny ‘Illiteracy’ Rumors About Her [WATCH]

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Lea Michele has been a center of attention on Twitter over the past few weeks as many users alleged that she can't read. Today, the former "Glee" actress finally addressed the issue in the funniest way possible.

According to E! Online, the 36-year-old Broadway star has finally joined TikTok while she's in COVID-19 quarantine from the production of "Funny Girl."

Michele had already shared two videos as of this writing, and she poked fun at the rumor about her being "illiterate" as many claimed she doesn't know how to write or read.

@leamichelelol ♬ original sound - Kardashian Clips

In the video, which used an audio clip from an episode of "Keeping Up With The Kardashians," the actress can be seen lipsyncing the voice of Kim Kardashian calling Joe Francis while crying, saying she feels amazing but she had to the other line if he could talk for a second.

The "Scream Queens" star added a text on her video that reads, "Calling Jonathan to read me the comments on my first TikTok," referring to his "Spring Awakening" co-star Jonathan Groff.

Not The First Time Lea Michele Addressed Rumors About Her

In a previous interview with The New York Times, Lea Michele has finally broke her silence about the ongoing rumors about her.

Many online users have been sharing videos, memes, as well as theories as to why they think the actress couldn't read or write.

Speaking about the truth, Michele said she went to the set of "Glee" every day and studied her lines on a daily basis.

"Then there's a rumor online that I can't read or write? It's sad. It really is. I think often if I were a man, a lot of this wouldn't be the case," she added.

Lea Michele Temporarily Backs Out of 'Funny Girl' Broadway Production Due to COVID-19

Today, Lea Michele is nearing the end of her quarantine after experiencing early symptoms of COVID-19 even though the "Funny Girl" Broadway production had just begun last September 6.

In an Instagram story, the actress announced that she would step back from her role as Fanny Brice, but she clarified that the show will continue with Julie Benko.

According to Playbill, Benko, who plays the role every Thursday night, will take the lead of all performances until September 18 at the August Wilson Theater.

On the other hand, Michele is not allowed to return to the venue until September 20 due to COVID-19 protocols.

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