Chelsea Handler Tries to Figure Out Why The Press Is Hard on Taylor Momsen (VIDEO)

Taylor Momsen has been plagued of late with a pretty negative reputation in the press. From bad behavior on stage with her band The Pretty Reckless to inappropriate wardrobe choices to her virtual elimination as a cast member on 'Gossip Girl.' Most of the criticism has stemmed from the fact that Momsen is only 17-years old.

On 'Chelsea Lately' (Weeknights, 11PM ET on E!) she found a sympathetic ear as Chelsea Handler has certainly had her share of bad press.

"People are always saying, oh she's such a b****," Handler said of her own perception in the media. "Yeah, I am a b**** actually."

But both women agreed that they were actually quite sweet in person. "I'm much nicer in person," Handler agreed. "I'm just doing this to make some money."

When Handler tried to figure out why people talk negatively about the young actress/singer, Momsen started saying it was the media twisting what she said. "They piece together words and make you say something you didn't say," she said.

"You should always speak your mind and be bold and be obnoxious and do whatever you want and don't let anybody tell you to stop it," Handler told her.

"That's my motto," Momsen said.

Do you agree with Handler? Should the media just leave Momsen alone and let her do what she wants?

Watch the full interview here: