Show People with Paul Wontorek: Jennifer Holliday of THE COLOR PURPLE

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    Tony winner Jennifer Holliday opens up about her big voice, the courage to audition for THE COLOR PURPLE and creating one of the most memorable roles in musical theater: Effie White in DREAMGIRLS.
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  • @ItsThatGirlNamedAlex
    @ItsThatGirlNamedAlex 7 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Y'all got THE Jennifer Holliday up in here?! OMG! Good job, Paul! :)

  • @JustinRamelMusic
    @JustinRamelMusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    She's so sweet, and encouraging! Great to see her back on Broadway!!

    • @chucknyc123
      @chucknyc123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I will never forget the night I saw her almost blow the roof off the Imperial Theater as Effie White.

  • @asayudwhaddameant8346
    @asayudwhaddameant8346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    She's a very bright woman, who interviews very well. She has a great rhythm and cadence, and articulates her experiences wonderfully.

  • @andrewcoleman7583
    @andrewcoleman7583 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    She's so positive.

  • @drummerc1795
    @drummerc1795 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    What a class act this woman is. Oh and the talent!!!!!

  • @clcoleman3839
    @clcoleman3839 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    WOW. She is beautiful inside & out. God Bless You Jennifer Holliday for this lovely interview!!

  • @Tadzio5050
    @Tadzio5050 7 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Somebody write a show for this woman!!!!!

    • @crazyguy98456978
      @crazyguy98456978 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tadzio5050 I'm working on a show I think she would love and it would be a great challenge

    • @jacquelinefranklin8697
      @jacquelinefranklin8697 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      She will be grant for it.

  • @JerkyPuck
    @JerkyPuck 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I met her once. She and I performed in a show at a gay pride event and she sent someone to "go get that boy and bring him here!" She was very complimentary and encouraging. I was astounded.

  • @singingsince89
    @singingsince89 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Her positive energy exudes through her. Houston's Finest!

  • @jonathanrio6587
    @jonathanrio6587 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    the entire cast of Dreamgirls are icons! Miss Holliday is an INSTITUTION! Many sing those songs well, but she has been and always will be THE STANDARD! So glad I got to see her in Dreamgirls and "Your Arms Are Too Short To Box With G*d!" (Before Dreamgirls in a tour in Reading, PA! and she was GREAT in that too!

  • @dmm9714
    @dmm9714 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I can't remember watching a more honest interview with an entertainer. What a great lady. But making Miss Holliday audition?!

  • @David-pt8ge
    @David-pt8ge 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great interview. There will only ever be one Jennifer Holliday.

  • @TommyMac1018
    @TommyMac1018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How beautiful is she. How beautiful.

  • @gabrielpinvid
    @gabrielpinvid 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    what a touching interview! and what a sweet, soft soul she Ms. Holliday is! now I wish i can see her in the show!

  • @LuisRodriguez-bo4xg
    @LuisRodriguez-bo4xg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She is so genuine, and sweet. Jennifer, you will Always be RELEVANT!!!

  • @chandacaston
    @chandacaston 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is so inspirational.

  • @JJWicked1208
    @JJWicked1208 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Not going to lie, when I first heard of Jennifer Holliday and saw her perform, without ever hearing her speak in a interview, I had a feeling she was going to be a diva, in the worst sense of the word. I'm SO GLAD to see I was wrong.

    • @sheldon_mlct
      @sheldon_mlct 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Jon Janack she may be the most humble honest person in broadway. I love this woman so much. She's so inspiring.

  • @artistinmotion8062
    @artistinmotion8062 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This week has been so stressful with my aunt having a heart attack and a stroke. I'm handling all the business for her and taking care my mother who had a stroke. I really felt broken down, exhausted and near a breaking point. watching this interview reaffirmed my love for my craft, and reminded me of the courage that's within. Like said, everyday is a challenge, but when you sign on and commit 100%.
    I've had the pleasure to meet and watch Ms. Holiday perform, and her testimony is real, it's encouraging and it's loaded with life lessons we can all use along this journey called life. She's a fellow Houstonian, and truly the reason I pursued a creative arts career in musical theatre. Can't wait to see the show in November.

  • @MABACTS
    @MABACTS 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    A total and complete inspiration and something that I really needed to hear at this part of my life. Wonderful interview! Thank you.

  • @alexisohara2000
    @alexisohara2000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The most amazing entertainer of my lifetime!

  • @dbowen6876
    @dbowen6876 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jennifer Holliday is absolutely beautiful inside and out. And as far as the song and I am telling you, I was singing that about 30 years ago when I was a CNA to all of my residents as I made my rounds. There is only one Jennifer Holliday and as talented as Jennifer Hudson is she could never compare to the legendary Miss Holliday. I love you Jennifer Holliday

  • @Aarondefyinggravity
    @Aarondefyinggravity 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Jennifer Holliday is absolutely beautiful inside and out, what an amazing intelligent woman. Great Interview! X

  • @DaTruEbonyRayne
    @DaTruEbonyRayne 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I gotta say that I have been a huge fan of Jennifer Holliday since I was a child. I remember when DreamGirls went to Broadway in NY...and I was like only 4-5yrs old(way too young to go to the show)...but the way they promoted DreamGirls and showing clips of it on tv, I wanted to be a Broadway star. And to see the Jennifer Holliday now compared to how some people have said when they met her, that she wasn't as friendly shows growth! I would love to meet her one day to just let her know that she is loved & appreciated for her work & music. Jennifer Holliday is one of those people who have been there and seen a lot and for that, she's kinda guarded which is understandable. Especially when You come into the entertainment industry at 17-18yrs old. People will take advantage of you. Can't personally say that that's was the case with Ms. Holliday, but comparing the young Jennifer to the more mature Jennifer, I can pretty much assume that that has happened to her. But I love the humble spirit that she posses now. And the encouragement tip that she gave on the end was for me & I accept that!

  • @stevemcdowell43
    @stevemcdowell43 ปีที่แล้ว

    I adore Jennifer Holliday‼️ She always has a positive attitude & such inspiring words to share.

  • @abk.6043
    @abk.6043 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. Ms. Holliday, you are phenomenal!! Thank you for sharing your gifts with us. ❤

  • @ministersd
    @ministersd 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The most encouraging post from such a blessed and fascinating lady-Ms. Jennifer Holliday. Bless you.

  • @MediaLover194
    @MediaLover194 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    So Paul has now interviewed Cynthia and all 3 Shug's.

  • @solodondolo5890
    @solodondolo5890 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Do the Jennifer holliday ugly face baby, and win a thousand dollars." XDDDD

  • @stephenn8366
    @stephenn8366 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God bless Jennifer Holiday♥️

  • @aze2252
    @aze2252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Her last speech 😭 i needed that Jennifer

  • @beignet2012
    @beignet2012 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE Jennifer Hudson. She is everything.

  • @simone3730
    @simone3730 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a thoroughly beautiful interview ‼️💜💜💜💜💜

  • @mark91345
    @mark91345 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    A half hour of shear heaven! Thank you broadway.com for putting this out

  • @ChristopherB806
    @ChristopherB806 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jennifer, you're "right" in this moment, and every moment you grace us with your huge talent and mystic's heart. ❤️

  • @blondokie48
    @blondokie48 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite singer of all times. Love you Jennifer so much. Please do some more shows after Color Purple ends its run.

  • @alvinmedina7121
    @alvinmedina7121 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saw her last night. It was brillant she brought me to tears . When she sang your beautiful ! She is an inspiration on ever level. Thank you for the blessing ms: holiday

  • @zakkxx1
    @zakkxx1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Her speech, her voice and her demeanor are very impressive. She is such a classy lady. Much love xx

  • @maxmartinez5930
    @maxmartinez5930 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jennifer is the standard most singers measure themselves with.

  • @TruthSerum101
    @TruthSerum101 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A Wonderful Interview.

    • @kennywesley
      @kennywesley 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TruthSerum101 hey bro! she was sooo honest! i loved it too!!

  • @LogicallyMinded94
    @LogicallyMinded94 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just adore her! 🙏🏾😍

  • @xtcBEBOP
    @xtcBEBOP 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    She is a magical inspiration!

  • @echeleteich2733
    @echeleteich2733 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saw her as Effie....remarkable

  • @TamirYardenne
    @TamirYardenne 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome… what a queen.

  • @leonajones4876
    @leonajones4876 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    She looks so good keep up the good work.

  • @musicalmattress1053
    @musicalmattress1053 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    She really is a total inspiration!

  • @SuperHurricane75
    @SuperHurricane75 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite singer!

  • @cherlylumenta1153
    @cherlylumenta1153 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    She has a amazing sound and character

  • @freedomchance9982
    @freedomchance9982 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I LOVE HER!!!!!

  • @RAFAELISWATCHING
    @RAFAELISWATCHING 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    SUPER INSPIRING!

  • @jacquelinefranklin8697
    @jacquelinefranklin8697 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love here and all of America as well.

  • @jeffkoons001
    @jeffkoons001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    had no idea JH had MS... what a difficult disease to live with. Sending her love and wishes for good health and pain free!!

  • @sizzlinsondra715
    @sizzlinsondra715 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God is all n her. humility

  • @mysticapexdietygg404
    @mysticapexdietygg404 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jennifer you hit home look within and there's a dream with your name on it yess ma'am

  • @brandonplays702
    @brandonplays702 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤❤❤❤ I love you so much!

  • @amirsmith153
    @amirsmith153 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    UGH I LOVE HER OMG DIFJDJFJFJF I LOVE HERRRRRR

  • @faffolite
    @faffolite 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I saw her like once my knees went weak

  • @TemujinScott80
    @TemujinScott80 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I wish she'd stop staying "she may not be the right Shug" -- she's a Broadway legend.

  • @mysticapexdietygg404
    @mysticapexdietygg404 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love you Jennifer 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💮💮💮💠💠

  • @mysticapexdietygg404
    @mysticapexdietygg404 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I love Jennifer Holliday she seems like real real positive and sweet open minded and encourageing human being

  • @josephjames3838
    @josephjames3838 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jennifer is sangin' the hell out of those songs from The Color Purple. ..

  • @michellecaesar4912
    @michellecaesar4912 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am a black Indian Christian, I'm proud of her.

  • @sarahscott9176
    @sarahscott9176 7 ปีที่แล้ว

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