COVER STORY profiles Debbie Allen (1985)

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  • This 1985 biography of the multi-talented Debbie Allen features rare behind the scenes footage from FAME Season Four as well as interviews with Jesse Borrego, Norm Nixon, Cynthia Gibb, Carol Mayo Jenkins, Carlo Imperato, and Phylicia Rashad. “Cover Story” was a magazine-style program that profiled entertainers. Rift Fournier wrote, produced, directed, and narrated the series for the USA Network cable channel between 1984 and 1988.
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  • @wingchundragon
    @wingchundragon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Debbie was the original triple threat. Actress, choreographer and director and did it at a time when there were rarely any female directors in hollywood. Still working til this day. She deserves her respect now!!

    • @111marcie
      @111marcie ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Her and Gene Anthony deserve a Hollywood star ⭐⭐⭐

    • @user-ih2py9bm8m
      @user-ih2py9bm8m ปีที่แล้ว

      Fame is a grate learning TV Show and Movie to learn to yoga dance and enjoy grate music.

  • @kesia_shani
    @kesia_shani 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    She is stunning, talented, and fierce. Must run in the family!

  • @ProphetsOfRockTV
    @ProphetsOfRockTV 7 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    She is so beautiful. Iconic

  • @theway6493
    @theway6493 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I miss TV like this.

  • @Rhythm973
    @Rhythm973 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    She and Norm Nixon are a beautiful couple

  • @minkrobeII
    @minkrobeII 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Damn young Debbie Allen is beautiful

  • @maryammure1723
    @maryammure1723 7 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    she's so cute at 16:12 talking about norm calling him the man of her dreams her eyes just light up so sweet

  • @orrjam1
    @orrjam1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    She has at all beauty, family a career, a home, and she's obviously loved ♥️. Go Debbie... ♥️

  • @jasminehall9542
    @jasminehall9542 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Didn't realize how gorgeous Debbie Allen is😍

    • @nicolelewis6312
      @nicolelewis6312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me neither. Both sisters are quite gorgeous.

    • @user-hd3id5xq1m
      @user-hd3id5xq1m 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I know right. Beautiful

  • @sherenay3109
    @sherenay3109 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love her confidence.

  • @rogerwinters9856
    @rogerwinters9856 7 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Love Ms Debbie, she had done something most actors in that old town has not done, she is still married and has a career with grown children, and still successful, and working hard. I just love her, I used to be jealous because I wanted to be a dancer, but my parents where so old fashion in their ways, but I learn to enjoy her life by watching her dance, you might say live through her. Thanks Debbie for not being boring like most actors today, they can't do anything but get paid.

    • @she4136
      @she4136 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She is what we call a Queen🙏🏽👑

  • @1031Fannie
    @1031Fannie 6 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    this is what I don't understand the way people think in today's society. someone like Debbie Allen should have 5k thumbs up as opposed to current artists that don't deserve the 5 k's. the reason why I say this. She is so inspirational and motivating. in contrast, someone just shaking they're behind on stage. I would choose her over any current artists. You Rock Debbie Allen!!!

    • @NaturalElicia
      @NaturalElicia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      1031Fannie co-sign ✌🏾

  • @obianujuikeaka9947
    @obianujuikeaka9947 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Omg i love her

  • @Chutney1luv
    @Chutney1luv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As child, I have watched Fame! She was the reason that I did modern and jazz dancing! Loved that show. Debbie has always been a magnificent dancer and good person! The episode with her and her husband Norm, is pure love! Then and now! 💕❤💕 💃

  • @Phatcub
    @Phatcub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    She makes me smile and she was inspirational to me. I wanted to become a dancer or wanted ot dance after seeing FAME the movie. The tv show sealed it for me. I wanted to dance because of FAME and I made it. Sadly, I never got to meet her, but she's all that is good about being a performer. Love her.

  • @kennedym2988
    @kennedym2988 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I have always looked up to this amazing woman, Debbie Allen. Talented, beautiful, smart, and so creative.... love this and thank you for posting💕💕💕

  • @KimGreen-ct1fv
    @KimGreen-ct1fv ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are absolutely right, you are very versatile; very. That is what makes you so unique ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @femmebrulee5053
    @femmebrulee5053 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow! The thumbnail is stunning. Just a pure beauty

  • @vibiify
    @vibiify 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I always loved this hairstyle on her

  • @jmoore5642
    @jmoore5642 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I remember watching that episode with her husband as a child...

  • @yodalayheehoo5447
    @yodalayheehoo5447 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    The woman is FIERCE!💪🏾🤩💥✨🔥

  • @user-jz9jw3xf3q
    @user-jz9jw3xf3q 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Debbie was so fly! People born on her birthday are all one of a kind artists : Sade, Aaliyah, Lynn Manuel,etc...

    • @ms.bubs4fun506
      @ms.bubs4fun506 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Didn't know that!

    • @azmusic1548
      @azmusic1548 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea. That’s def a special date.

  • @leelumpkins9650
    @leelumpkins9650 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I had to comment on this. Norm Nixon doing dance moves. Debbie Allen with her choreography is brilliant and I give a lot of credit to Norm for being so brave and a good sport.

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Phylicia with the pink, turtle neck sweater

  • @c.calliecoleman1531
    @c.calliecoleman1531 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I see a resemblance to her in Halle Berry and also Thelma from Good Times. No doubt she was a role model to them, for Debbie Allen has been a great role model to many. I remember her most from Fame, and later I learned Phylicia Rashad was her sister, another bonafide beautiful role model, I thought wow. Two beautiful sisters growing up together, both now successful, and speaking only good of the other. That's a tight sister bond, parents love. Though I've seen Debbie on some shows since Fame, and always notice her kept youthfulness, I'm really just knowing of her incredible accomplishments through TH-cam. I believe her dancing skills is her longevity. I'm glad she found her soulmate, and I pray she and Norman have many more years of marital bliss. Debbie you are an extremely blessed woman coming from an extremely blessed family, and these blessings from God, came from the hard work you all put in it. I know it wasn't easy, but some people make it seem so easy, and yes when you become disciplined it comes effortlessly because it's like a good habit formed. If each of us would just do a fraction of what she does I feel we would have a healthier nation. Keep those dancing shoes on Debbie.

  • @tng6510
    @tng6510 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Absolutely beautiful!

  • @paulines581
    @paulines581 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love her professionalism, 'positive' energy and appreciation for her life and talents. Thank you for posting.

  • @Fanster-lr6jf
    @Fanster-lr6jf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My role model💯

  • @nicolerose1759
    @nicolerose1759 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Always beautiful

  • @HumanSevils
    @HumanSevils 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I promise I did not know that Mrs.Allen was so iconic.

    • @Pamela-mj5rw
      @Pamela-mj5rw 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes she is

  • @oblivion7300
    @oblivion7300 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    they are so beutifull

  • @user-ji8eh7hu6w
    @user-ji8eh7hu6w 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When I visited Las Vagas in the eitgties ,I was fortunate to get a glimpse of serverval celebrities Norm Nixion and wife Debbie Àllen , who is the consummate actress, dancer, choreographer, singer, songwriter, director and producer .Debbie is essence of greatness.

  • @missmarcicolettle78
    @missmarcicolettle78 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this…

  • @misstoi
    @misstoi 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    thanks for posting this video. Some people didn't know Debbie's impact BTS then and now!

  • @edithsens4868
    @edithsens4868 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love her confidence!

  • @nicky1682
    @nicky1682 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful

  • @valmarie198942
    @valmarie198942 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love Mrs. Debbie

  • @adriansanders1026
    @adriansanders1026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ultimate fame fan! Very sad to hear gene (leroy) passed away! I growing up in a very straight environment had to keep my crush for him silent not only with my family, but also with my friends! I'll regret that for as long as I live! Peace to Leroy, my friend from afar! With love, Adrian

  • @ArtSchoolParis
    @ArtSchoolParis 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love her ❤

  • @aliahspirituality
    @aliahspirituality 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Please post when BET I believe it was did a love special and it featured Debbie and Norman as well as sugar Ray Leonard and his wife it was so sweet!

  • @RS-dm4yo
    @RS-dm4yo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm having body aches just looking at this!!!

  • @jordanhayward2060
    @jordanhayward2060 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the upload!💜

  • @duanethomas3217
    @duanethomas3217 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That blue Nike jacket she is wearing just blows me away ..

  • @joeybee1914
    @joeybee1914 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh baby, I loved Debbie Allen.

  • @mobrown7594
    @mobrown7594 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love her

  • @purpleprose1315
    @purpleprose1315 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They were the kind of women young girls in the 80s looked up to. The 90s were fine but come the 2000s when these little girls from the 80s hit adulthood it was a different world.

  • @MisterB2eternity
    @MisterB2eternity 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    17:01 That music gives me the chills and makes me want to fall in love.

  • @Honestlylovely
    @Honestlylovely ปีที่แล้ว

    Exactly

  • @Jujucsc
    @Jujucsc 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely

  • @abigailscantlebury5007
    @abigailscantlebury5007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Her hair is so curly

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    7:35-8:08 The dancer in canary yellow surrounded by a circle of mirrors

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    20:00-20:18 Perfectionist

  • @ms.bubs4fun506
    @ms.bubs4fun506 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Halle Berry kinda resembles her!

  • @weahbettytwum9448
    @weahbettytwum9448 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2:50 Ms Debby looks like the Dobre twin😆😃

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    12:31-12:42 Den Mother for the people at TV show 'Fame'

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Overlaps, entanglements and Intersections

  • @Chimpangel
    @Chimpangel 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jesse speaks at 08:55

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    5:28-5:41 Pastor Ron and Sister Cheryl

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    6:33-6:47 Like Sharon Stone on Silver Spoons?

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    15:56-16:08 Accurate, also, in context explains 'supervised bulk cleanups' by youth group

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    19:37-19:59 Wow

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    8:09-8:34 Clever

  • @wandahwisdom5646
    @wandahwisdom5646 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    @326 or there about: Houston, Texas... really gifted some beautiful women: #DebbieAllen, her sister #PhyliciaRashad , #ErykahBadu , #Beyonce` , #KellyRowland... their sister #Solange... thnx Texas!

    • @TasteTe
      @TasteTe 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wandah Wisdom Erykah is from dallas, tx

    • @notynoty7526
      @notynoty7526 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kelly is from Atlanta.

    • @HollyGolightly74
      @HollyGolightly74 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Chandra Wilson is also from Houston but badu is from Dallas

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    14:08-14:18 Accurate

  • @vinmarsterlu7165
    @vinmarsterlu7165 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Vinmar Sterlu Car Wash Beverly Hills !

  • @marshacreary9771
    @marshacreary9771 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    20:46-21:13 High Horse