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Jenifer Lewis: The Mother of Black Hollywood Drops Legendary Wisdom | Legacy Talk with Lena Waithe
I had the distinct HONOR (yes, in all caps!) of sitting down with none other than the MOTHER OF BLACK HOLLYWOOD herself-Jenifer Lewis! The original DIVVVAAA. The powerhouse. The legend. The woman who made “scene-stealer” an art form.
From What’s Love Got to Do With It to The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Sister Act, The Preacher’s Wife, Antwone Fisher, Poetic Justice, Black-ish, and Jackie’s Back!, Jenifer Lewis has been serving iconic performances like Sunday dinner-always unforgettable, always satisfying. Broadway? Check. Film and TV? Check. Cabaret? Check. She’s done it all, honey, with enough talent and charisma to power an entire studio lot.
In this episode, Jenifer Lewis bares her soul with a mix of hilarity, candor, and wisdom that will make you laugh, cry, and reflect. From her Midwestern roots to Hollywood stardom, she takes us on a journey of resilience, love, and legendary moments. And let’s not forget: she’s played “Mama” to Whitney Houston, Angela Bassett, and Tupac Shakur-solidifying her throne as the ultimate Mother of Black Hollywood.
Her message? “Love yourself so that love will not be a stranger when it comes.”
#LegacyTalkPodcast #LenaWaithe #JeniferLewis
Director: Levi Maestro
Dir of Photography: Kyle Camerer
Executive Producers: Justin Riley, Rishi Rajani, Naomi Funabshi
Producer: Naj Nugent
Associate Producer: Anderlyn Smith
Production Assistants: Brian Li, Royce Watkins
Head of Marketing: Marquis Phifer
Creative Director: Tiscia Haigler
Set Photographer: Chrris Lowe
Set Design: Lauren Carothers, Jade Whipkey, Kimberly V. Gedeon
Stylist: Jason Bolden
Skin: Brandi J. Andrews
Hair: Hunny Bee
Location: The Walk Good Yard
ABOUT LEGACY TALK
Legacy Talk with Lena Waithe is a love letter to Black women in entertainment. Emmy Award-winning writer, actor, and producer Lena Waithe sits down with trailblazers like Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jenifer Lewis, Debbie Allen, and more to discuss their creative process, their journey, and how they became the incredible women they are today. Legacy Talk is more than just a series of interviews; it’s a documentation of the stories and experiences of women who shifted narratives, broken barriers, and inspired a generation.
Produced by Hillman Grad, distributed by Lemonada Media.
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  • @d.m.7696
    @d.m.7696 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Come on Dr. Johnnettea B. Cole……. IYKYK

  • @theofficialvontae
    @theofficialvontae 4 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I could watch this all day long, every second of the day. I love Jenifer so damn much. It was an honor to meet her & hold her mic in Washington DC as she sung during her book tour. Such a beauty to see in person & sooo damn funny! ❤

  • @lovineveryminuetofit1314
    @lovineveryminuetofit1314 9 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    She only inspires other wannabe thugs. This woman makes me sick

  • @paulbrown3455
    @paulbrown3455 11 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Jennifer was great in Dolly Partons Christmas on the Square

  • @FashionPassion-f2k
    @FashionPassion-f2k 12 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I love Jennifer Lewis

  • @KeeTheSpirtualOne
    @KeeTheSpirtualOne 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I love me some Jennifer Lewis 🫶🏽

  • @kemmy4194
    @kemmy4194 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Miss Lewis is always a time and a lesson

  • @tjay-u1k
    @tjay-u1k 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    That is one fine ass old lady ❤

  • @skyavalanche
    @skyavalanche 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Shovel needed

  • @LaKae444
    @LaKae444 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Incredible 👑

  • @Tina-wx5hq
    @Tina-wx5hq 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I loved her show Girlfriends 👯‍♀️ because her writing ✍️ was so stellar!!! 💋

  • @meekyw.4010
    @meekyw.4010 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    39:26 Bravo, bravo 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @holley5609
    @holley5609 15 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I was here and I enjoyed this interview

  • @leilani319
    @leilani319 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Watching this makes me ache to see Ms. Lewis finally gets the role of a lifetime complete with an Academy Award!

  • @JabraeJones
    @JabraeJones 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Definitely need a LiVE part TWO 🤬...it was frustrating when the host kept rushing past some of the best stories, sheesh! So many questions left unanswered.

  • @1911beauty
    @1911beauty 17 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    😌

  • @skyavalanche
    @skyavalanche 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 Jennifer 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍Lena Thank you both 🫶🏻

  • @stephsteph1338
    @stephsteph1338 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    💗💗👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽I love Jada! Excellent interview!

  • @iamaforce11
    @iamaforce11 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    ❤❤❤

  • @michaelnelson1128
    @michaelnelson1128 20 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Who is the man asking Jennifer these questions?

  • @MamaRii73
    @MamaRii73 20 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    She and my mom share the same birthday... I love and live for Jenifer Lewis 🎉❤♒️

  • @wesornaitit
    @wesornaitit 21 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Guys, can we have a redo? There were so many powerful moments that we rushed. Hoping this is just the beginning.

  • @titodaybid8225
    @titodaybid8225 21 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    other interviewers could learn from Ms. Waithe

  • @WenNRome
    @WenNRome 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Jada is so iconic!

  • @WenNRome
    @WenNRome 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    Why are these interviews cut so weirdly?? I feel like we never get to the meat of anything

  • @GWU-VideoSoul
    @GWU-VideoSoul 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    WHITE ARTISTS ARE *CONTINUING TO STEAL FROM BLACK ARTISTS TODAY*💯💯👍🏾AIN'T NOTHING CHANGED BUT THE FORMAT AND THE YEARS 👍🏾

  • @Mone333Williams
    @Mone333Williams 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    "now dont think YOU GONE COME LIVE IN MY HOUSE AND MAKE ME FEEL BAD 🤨☹️😒. you gone pull yo weight girl, this aint just some party town, hear?" -Tina Turner's mother from "whats love got to do with it" 🤣✨❤

  • @GWU-VideoSoul
    @GWU-VideoSoul 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @Incognito_Icon
    @Incognito_Icon 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I wanted to hear her talk more about Tina Turner & 2Pac. I enjoyed it but I needed MORE😩💐 LOVE LOVE LOVE Jennifer Lewis!

    • @Mone333Williams
      @Mone333Williams 22 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      "put the fuckin cigarette out" 😅

  • @WhitChantal
    @WhitChantal วันที่ผ่านมา

    This was a little hard to watch! It was almost as if Jenifer was just talking to just talk. Jenifer was giving thought-provoking responses and Lena proceeded to move on to the next question barely acknowledging what she said. This would've been good with Jenifer reading the questions her fans and supporters submitted and answering them if this was going to be the outcome.

  • @IndricoMarciano
    @IndricoMarciano วันที่ผ่านมา

    I will always respect and love me some Lena and Jennifer

  • @pamrogers4901
    @pamrogers4901 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So many gems here, especially regarding the observation of life. Priceless!!! 💎💎💎💎💎

  • @CHELDRE
    @CHELDRE วันที่ผ่านมา

    IM SORRY I NEEDED PRINCESS AND THE FROG TO BE BROUGHTTT TF UP CUZ MAMA ODIE THAT GWORL 🖤🖤

  • @Msmackenzie
    @Msmackenzie วันที่ผ่านมา

    Incredible interview. I could listen to her tell stories for hours.

  • @corneliuswhite5139
    @corneliuswhite5139 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That was a really good interview.

  • @tammym856
    @tammym856 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is a circle I would love to be a part of….knowledge and intelligence

  • @Shermar
    @Shermar วันที่ผ่านมา

    “I’m so sorry. I know.” Tuh!

  • @misstiffany6850
    @misstiffany6850 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This interview!!!! 😮‍💨 Ms. Lewis always holds our attention with her recounts but this was beautifully done. Love this❤

  • @tiaharris2283
    @tiaharris2283 วันที่ผ่านมา

    She is one of the realist celebrities! What a phenomenal, talented, motivating, inspiring and entertaining women I truly honor and respect. Amazing interview!

  • @KathleenMcGhie
    @KathleenMcGhie วันที่ผ่านมา

    Gotham?

  • @SimplyTomasTheCollection
    @SimplyTomasTheCollection วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ms. Lewis tells the best stories.

  • @Platinumcut26
    @Platinumcut26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤❤

  • @ashleywoods1861
    @ashleywoods1861 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great interview 🤎👌

  • @auramariamateus
    @auramariamateus วันที่ผ่านมา

    💜💜💜

  • @dianesquare3532
    @dianesquare3532 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Girlfriend, you ain't nothing but the truth. You are LOVE and Respect just remember that. ❤❤❤❤

  • @P.Funk22
    @P.Funk22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ✨✨✨💛💚🙌🏾!

  • @Platinumcut26
    @Platinumcut26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ummm i need a longer episode with her because she keep wanting to explain more before we on to the next show and movie and i wanna hear it! Lol

  • @ImaniTolliver
    @ImaniTolliver วันที่ผ่านมา

    My god. Magnificent interview. Ms. Jenifer is a force of nature, incredible. I appreciate Lena's conversational style - she speaks naturally, thoughtfully, and with love. Also, can we PLEASE talk about this SET?! The best set I've ever seen for the complexity and beauty of our skin! Puuuuurfect! My eyes just melted with those gorgeous coppers and golds. Thank you, thank you.

  • @adrina911
    @adrina911 วันที่ผ่านมา

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @JessGiving
    @JessGiving วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wow man I love her, I initially wasn’t going to watch the video but the first minute I was hooked and had to finish. ❤️❤️