Music legend Quincy Jones claimed Elvis Presley was a "racist" and refused to work with him.The 88 year old music producer has been long adored in the industry, having worked with the likes of Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra - however, he admitted that he drew a line when it came to joining forces with the King of Rock' n' Roll.
In a candid interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Quincy reflected: "I was writing for [orchestra leader] Tommy Dorsey, oh God, back then in the '50s.
And Elvis came in, and Tommy said, 'I don't want to play with him.' "He was a racist mother*****. I'm going to shut up now.
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