Are you able to enjoy the work of an artist, performer, or musician after you’ve learned they’re not a nice person?

Can you separate the person from their art? Does their bad behavior change your opinion of their work or your ability to enjoy it?

I’m specifically thinking of Ryan Adams (whom Gary @whatthefluther introduced me to) who’s been in the news recently — but of course, there’s many examples that span years.

Baroque painter Caravaggio was a murderer, but I love his paintings. Apple co-founder Steve Jobs was an all-around ass, but I can appreciate his genius and have been a life-long Apple customer. Architect Frank Lloyd Wright was a belittling, control freak, but I adore his designs.

Today though, I am having trouble listening to Ryan Adams music.

What are your thoughts on this fellow Jellies?