While I haven't seen the Playboy doc re: Don, I CAN speak for myself. The things being said in this video in regards to me...did NOT happen. Some of the comments are absolutely absurd and slanderous.. .Not only are these old rumors unfounded, but some of you are starting NEW ones. I moved in with Don??? I dated Jennifer Beals??? (that one, not so bad, lol) I was recruited from local L.A. high schools??? and on and on. SMDH. I find it appalling that my people can so easily perpetuate things that "they heard" (rumors) never knowing or giving a shit about whether what they heard is true or not. I guess none of you "well educated" know everything ass people bothered to read or keep Ashleys disclaimer in mind while listening to this shit. Remember this: "I am not sure what’s true or false in this video, I am just here to take the gossip and scandal from online, books, magazines, word of mouth, etc., and tell you guys a story! 🙂 This is all for entertainment purposes." Obviously NOT. And yet we wonder why we can't get ahead as a community. Wake up, you're part of the problem. Meanwhile, I do exist and you CAN holla at a black man who is still alive to defend himself. facebook.com/obryanmedia
Thank you for leaving this comment O'Bryan and clearing up many of these rumors! We appreciate you reaching out and I will pin this comment up top so people can see this truth. I am saddened that you take offense to the video but still am true to my word about letting people tell their story of their own lives. Thanks again💕 EDIT: Also if you would like to reach out in a more private setting I would be happy to clear your rumors especially since they are coming from the horses mouth, that's MUCH better than gossip, feel free to email me at Ashleysaysso20@gmail.com
Hello @@AshleySaysSo20and thank you. The first half of what was said about me is somewhat true. But there's plenty of legitimate interviews and bio out there to explain that meeting, so I won't waste words here. However, the second half about Don trying to get at me sexually and blackballing me throughout the industry is straight nonsense. I don't know everything about Don and have never claimed to; But I do know about what I saw during my business days with him and NEVER saw any of this behavior. Funny thing is, I'm not so offended by the video as one might think. Hell, it's the first time the damn rumor is that I stood my ground. Guess I could be happy about that right? But I'm not, because it still slanders and portrays Don in a negative light. He did NOT pursue me nor did I ever see him pursue any men in any shape, form or fashion. Ever. He had a woman when I met him and behaved like a normal heterosexual man throughout all of our dealings. But like I said, some of these commenters are just adding insult to injury and need to check themselves. Take care.
@@obryanmccoy438 thank you so much for your response! I will actually add this information into my next video since it is coming straight from you and I really appreciate you taking the time out to respond to me. Have a great day!
Hey, O'Bryan!! Your debut album is so special to me. I had a house party for my 13th birthday in April of 1982. "The Gigolo" was a huge hit at the time and of course, it was played heavily at my party!! I have not REALLY watched the Playboy documentary (I've recorded it), but I did I just tell my friend that it pi$$e$ me off that they are telling all of Don's secrets, but they're not naming the others; the WHITE ones. That is the reason that I am not an Oprah and Gayle fan. It seems they don't mind tearing down Black men (whether they're guilty as accused or not) while continuing to rub elbows with Whites who are accused of things, as well. Glad to know you're still alive and well!! #SoulTrainsAComin'
I came to tell you I love "tenderoni" so much! My mom enjoys it whenever "dazzling lady" comes on. Also your theme song for Soultrain was what got me interested in you back after highschool in 2005. I'm not someone who remembers hearing of you on the radio but I hope people keep discovering your work.
I knew something wasn't quite right about Don Cornelius. When I was a teenager I was on Don's soul Train show when it started in Chicago in the early 70's. Don Cornelius, was mean, he would scream at us in a impatient nasty way. But when the commercial break was over and the cameras start rolling he would start acting nice, smiling and say "o.k. boys and girls" let's come together .....🤔🙄👺
That's interesting! Do you have any photos? Supposedly, those shows were never taped, according to Don Cornelius. However, I think someone behind the scenes has copies!? Basically, he had a split personality ( Dr.Jekell and Mr.Hyde)
@William West Yes, even though she always provides a disclaimer on what is truth and fiction, she provides far more details on the entertainer's life. Which gives you a better idea of what often lead to their demise.
I learned of his sexuality in 1988 when my aunt worked in his building. She would see him often and spoke of how "feminine" he was. I'll never forget it, I was absolutely shocked.
He was in a bad place psychologically to take his life the way he did. That is terrible! As a young girl watching Soul Train there was always something about his demeanor that was strange to me. He had a dance show full of life but he appeared so lifeless. That's the best way I can describe it. I think something was bothering him way back then.
I agree with you. I wasn’t able to articulate it but I felt something sinister. I usually attribute it to a dysfunctional childhood, denial of sexuality, or self- hate. In his case it may be all 3 which is why I’m looking to find a biography written about him. Thanks Ashley❤️
Fortunately we know more about mental illness as every year passes. If these things are true and probably are; psychiatrist would diagnose Mr. Cornelius with Narcissistic Personality Disorder. You can look up videos about this condition on UA-cam. Essentially people who have self loathing will turn their anger outward onto other people. All of incidents described in this video fit the behavior to a tee. I would hope that in 2022 anyone experiencing abuse by such a person would report them. Silence equals enabling that person.
You should do DONNA SUMMER next. She really really is a LEGEND, she ruled the 70s with her hits and was Beautiful. But in comparison to her impact she’s not talked about enough. You should really really really do Donna Summer
Maybe the people who feel so strongly about DONNA SUMMER, & Anybody else. You PROBABLY SHOULD DO IT. IT MIGHT BE FOR YOU TO DO, NOT SOMEONE ELSE. Stop putting YOUR Work off on Someone Else.
I danced on Soul Train in the late 90s to 2000s, the Shemar Moore era. Don was always on set even though he was no longer hosting. He did run a tight ship!
It was rumored, during the 80's, that Don Cornelius was homosexual. He recruited a lot of gay boys from Crenshaw and Dorsey high to dance on Soul Train. Young men like Jermaine Stewart, O'brian, etc were recruited because they were gay. That's probably why he was so abusive toward women.
Soul Train was watched by me and my siblings every Saturday morning. Our neighbors and myself would talk about the shows on our way to school Monday mornings. The commercials were the bomb ! And the hair styles and the fashions were envied by us teens. RIP Mr. DON.
If this is true Don had a very dark demonic side. His demons ultimately got the best of him and had him take his own life. He was obviously evil as sin
I read that his second wife taking him to cleaners over the divorce was one of the driving forces to his suicide. Basically her alimony was draining any chance of inheritance for his biological kids. He was ordered by the judge to buy her a million dollar home as well as pay for her daughters college tuition and that wasn’t his biological child. That woman new she was marrying a meal ticket
@@brooklynqueen7089 I don’t feel sorry for them. When they get tired, they’ll change it. I just went through a custody battle for no reason bc he was listening to his new girlfriend. I’ve had my son for 10 yrs now, when asked why now he said he wasn’t sure the judge said “get sure”.
I was a seat filler in 1990 for the Soul Train award show. Don Cornelius was very mean he didn't play. From that day forward i didn't care to much for his personality. But i still watched Soul Train.
Dolores Cornelius was the director of my son's Head Start program in Chicago. My son is now 41 years old. We got very close. As a parent I had to volunteer at her HS. She was a tall and very elegant, beautiful woman. I remember her telling me that Don left her and went to California. I don't know how long he had been gone. But I remember her tears. In fact, I bet if I look hard I know I have a couple of certificates with her name and signiture.
One thing I’ve learned from watching Ashley’s videos is that there was waaaayyy too much woman and wife beating going on with these 70’s and 80’s r&b ni$$a$. It was almost as if it was the cool thing to do amongst them. So sad. That $hit with Tammi Terrell and The pointer sisters broke my heart for a minute. A lot of that stuff was hella disturbing. And a lot of the smooth r&b dudes that I used to respect did that mess. I don’t like that.
@@CodyCole80 I am going to take a wild guess and say it may have been the Ojays. They and Don were real tight since the early days of Soul Train. Could be wrong, just a guess.
@@angelafisher299 🤔 Hummm…I would’ve thought of a younger, less mature group, like Kool and The Gang or The Commodores. They were all barely out of their teens in the early 70’s. Those were young guys that Don would’ve thought he could’ve coerced or groomed. 😒 I think he would’ve known not to “fluke” wit the The O’Jays, especially Eddie and William. They were closer to his age. Plus, Eddie seemed like the type that was wit the 💩s, and William looked like the “Don’t let the light-skin fool ya type.” 😂 He was really handsome but had a hood vibe to me. But who knows. Sometimes it’s the ones you least expect. 😂🤦🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️
@@CodyCole80 You have a point because Eddie Levert is known to cuss folks out. He curse so much that Betty Wright warned him about his language on the Christian Broadcasting network TBN "Praise".
Again: Black Dynamite has a episode where Dick Clark and Don Cornelius were fighting for those ratings 😂😂😂😂😂 hilarious but historical ..great content sis💖
I’ve been watching/subscribed to you for about a year and a half now and i hardly ever comment but sisssss. These back to back updates are giving me everything i need right now 😭😭😭 i love listening to your stories and your humor. Thank you so much. God bless you 💜
Yeasssss facts!!!!!! I be salivating for her videos!!!!! Not only her personality and storytelling skill so lit BUT lord she be giving you the Gaga chile!!!! I love knowing this stuff about all these people!!!! I believe it all even if it ain’t true!!! 😂😂😂
My God in Heaven such a sorrowful situation that Don Cornelius had these horrible dark side that cost him to brutalize others as he was apparently in a very dark place in his heart and mind💔😥‼
The power trip is real. When we don't have more on our minds, a higher purpose, we go off out of control. Drug and sex abuse is common among those who have made it in America. Lessons learned.
Now I understand why all of a sudden the male Soul Train dancers were mostly funny men...fun boys. I now see why Mr. Cornelius took his own life. But the show itself was one of the best things that ever happened for Black Americans of all all ages. Thank you for this journal. Bless Up. 💚🖤💛🇯🇲🇺🇸
I was LOL at work. Everyone was looking at me because its so quiet. I love how you tell stories. I feel like I'm right there. Elvis was a trip for sure.
Sis! You get all the likes off the jump! The way you are banging out these videos has me in a nostalgia coma, in a good way! Thank you and now I'm about to get into it. This one is going to be great, I can feel it!
What a special treat, Ashley...two vids this week and something good to hunker down to on a cold rainy night tonight. I'm loving it! A couple of months ago I stumbled across these short videos titled I Was a Soul Train Dancer. Great stuff y'all, from the perspectives of the dancers. The short segments really make these people real. I know I used to think of them as glamorous and lucky to be dancing on Soul Train. You will see they're regular people with ordinary lives. You can find all their stories, just search I was a soul train dancer. Loving you Ashley!!
I used to want to be a Soul Train dancer because I thought their lives were more glamorous than it really was with doing what they love! I love the segment"I was a Soul Train Dancer" too!
Ashllllleeeeyyy Don Cornelius is on the home page of yahoo! Saying he assaulted 2 women at the Playboy mansion! I said dang! Ashley just gave us “tha scandal hunty! Tha scandal!” 2 weeks ago! His face popped up and my mouth dropped!
Your tea is piping hotttt! I’m from Chicago from that 60s-70s era and I never heard of the alternative lifestyle rumors! I know my daddy said he worked as a bus driver (CTA) too! Legendary hustler! Lol
Don Cornelius, Dick Clark, and Berry Gordy have two things in common: 1) they didn't like rap music; 2) music videos of any kind were a waste. That's when they found out they were out of touch. Gordy sold Motown to Universal Records. Cornelius and Clark dance shows ended.
Soul train and fat Albert and the gang were Saturday routines, my uncle worked on the Soul train stages out in Cali and I heard stories for years,Don was Wilding, beefing and doing the rock star thing, his showdowns with Dick Clark or giving Rick James shade were legendary, he was a complex cat,still hard to believe he been gone a decade, American Soul on BET drops some things, however the real Don Cornelius story gonna take time, respect to you Soul sister Ashley
O'Bryan should be glad that his name was mentioned, i forgot his music , i thought, until your video. I pulled up his video's and oh yeah! The memories started to flow. Thank you Ashley and a special thank you to you O'Bryan! Much ❤.
I was raised in the church I stumbled upon Soul Train one day when I was a lil girl. I didn't do my normal and turn the TV off after the Saturday morning cartoons. Whew Chile that changed my entire life.. my grandma caught me dancing one day and liked to beat the breaks off of me. She said "How you learn all that shaking you doing?" I said Soul Train on TV🤣🤣🤣.
I also heard that Don Cornelius didn't like hip-hop either. I heard that was part of the reason why he couldn't stay relevant too. He even critiqued the hip-hop acts that performed on the show.
He seemed like a depressed man...I grew up watching Soul Train...his presence was creepy. His interviews were dry like he didn't want to interview the artists 🤔
Dang Ashley😳 Why do these people seem to lose their minds that are so brilliant? I’m truly grateful that he made SoulTrain but it breaks my heart to hear how he treated women😟 And I loved O’Brien! I never knew that was happening to him 🤦🏽♀️ Don’t you turn crazy on us after you blow up 😂🙏🏾❤️🥰
I remember the black and white program. I was a little girl in in Chicago. We used to come home and watch soul train on the local station. Took me down memory lane thank you
American Bandstand is not studied as early "Reality TV"???? Hmmm 🤔! What college did you take this course??? It's great that it's included in a college course bc it was a genius TV creation and production! However, Soul Train was not a reality TV show! That's straight bullsh!t. And is diminishes Soul Train genius and success!!! White TV always trying to bury Black genius and success, so they'll create another lane, usually derogatory, for Black art! So they can shine and keep the spot light!!!
Thank You!!! This was great coverage! I was one of the people who asked if you can do a says so on Don Cornelius (feels like pulling a lottery win). You are such a great storyteller and I really do enjoy your videos!
Oooo chile you're on a roll. I love me some Don Cornelius & Soul Train. The show American Soul based on Don & Soul Train started giving me a little incite into his personal life.
Yessssss I love the “ask about him ask about him” part when she said he was a hustler!!!! We were just listening to this song at work tonight and then she sings it tonight!!!! Love it!!!! And thank you Mama SaysSo!!!! We love how you keeping them coming!!!!!!
Oooo Ashley that was so good! This is not the story they did on the movie! Somehow I'd missed the members only of Clive Davis and I'm a member! They were talking about it and that's how I found out I'd missed it! Well done!
How many of us would wake up Saturday afternoon to watch the train which we never knew where it was going....its was "Soul Train"....hosted by Don Cornelius. Soul Train showcased Soul, Funk, R&B, Rap, New Wave, & Comedy. When it was time for the "Soul Train Dance Line" how many of us was clockin' the Asian cutie with the long hair every week ? I know I have....lol. White America had "American Bandstand", We Had "Soul Train" .....Lastly, fun fact how many of us remember seeing a young "Jodie Watley" as a regular dancer on the show ? 💯♣️♦️🖤♥️♠️💯♦️♥️♥️
I'm here after watching last night's episode of "Secrets of Playboy." And you had the tea before it aired!!!! I was waiting to see if you were going to get into it. Great job doing your due diligence.
Many years ago I did hear the rumors of him being brutal. He always seemed overly possessed of his emotions, I used to hear how cool he was, he was kind of scary to me. If I remember correctly Cosby was a regular at the playboy mansion and at the playboy jazz festival.
#SaySoSquad! I have finally been able to join the membership now! Ashley you spoil us dearly, I love you for this! Don Cornelius, this is like the second time that I've heard about him dressing up in lingerie and women's clothing. He reminds me of Marvin Gaye's father who was a minister but also a crossdresser but also beat and terrorized his family.
While I haven't seen the Playboy doc re: Don, I CAN speak for myself. The things being said in this video in regards to me...did NOT happen. Some of the comments are absolutely absurd and slanderous.. .Not only are these old rumors unfounded, but some of you are starting NEW ones. I moved in with Don??? I dated Jennifer Beals??? (that one, not so bad, lol) I was recruited from local L.A. high schools??? and on and on. SMDH. I find it appalling that my people can so easily perpetuate things that "they heard" (rumors) never knowing or giving a shit about whether what they heard is true or not. I guess none of you "well educated" know everything ass people bothered to read or keep Ashleys disclaimer in mind while listening to this shit. Remember this: "I am not sure what’s true or false in this video, I am just here to take the gossip and scandal from online, books, magazines, word of mouth, etc., and tell you guys a story! 🙂 This is all for entertainment purposes." Obviously NOT. And yet we wonder why we can't get ahead as a community. Wake up, you're part of the problem. Meanwhile, I do exist and you CAN holla at a black man who is still alive to defend himself. facebook.com/obryanmedia
Thank you for leaving this comment O'Bryan and clearing up many of these rumors! We appreciate you reaching out and I will pin this comment up top so people can see this truth. I am saddened that you take offense to the video but still am true to my word about letting people tell their story of their own lives. Thanks again💕
EDIT: Also if you would like to reach out in a more private setting I would be happy to clear your rumors especially since they are coming from the horses mouth, that's MUCH better than gossip, feel free to email me at Ashleysaysso20@gmail.com
Hello @@AshleySaysSo20and thank you. The first half of what was said about me is somewhat true. But there's plenty of legitimate interviews and bio out there to explain that meeting, so I won't waste words here. However, the second half about Don trying to get at me sexually and blackballing me throughout the industry is straight nonsense. I don't know everything about Don and have never claimed to; But I do know about what I saw during my business days with him and NEVER saw any of this behavior. Funny thing is, I'm not so offended by the video as one might think. Hell, it's the first time the damn rumor is that I stood my ground. Guess I could be happy about that right? But I'm not, because it still slanders and portrays Don in a negative light. He did NOT pursue me nor did I ever see him pursue any men in any shape, form or fashion. Ever. He had a woman when I met him and behaved like a normal heterosexual man throughout all of our dealings. But like I said, some of these commenters are just adding insult to injury and need to check themselves. Take care.
@@obryanmccoy438 thank you so much for your response! I will actually add this information into my next video since it is coming straight from you and I really appreciate you taking the time out to respond to me. Have a great day!
Hey, O'Bryan!! Your debut album is so special to me. I had a house party for my 13th birthday in April of 1982. "The Gigolo" was a huge hit at the time and of course, it was played heavily at my party!!
I have not REALLY watched the Playboy documentary (I've recorded it), but I did I just tell my friend that it pi$$e$ me off that they are telling all of Don's secrets, but they're not naming the others; the WHITE ones. That is the reason that I am not an Oprah and Gayle fan. It seems they don't mind tearing down Black men (whether they're guilty as accused or not) while continuing to rub elbows with Whites who are accused of things, as well.
Glad to know you're still alive and well!!
#SoulTrainsAComin'
I came to tell you I love "tenderoni" so much! My mom enjoys it whenever "dazzling lady" comes on. Also your theme song for Soultrain was what got me interested in you back after highschool in 2005. I'm not someone who remembers hearing of you on the radio but I hope people keep discovering your work.
I knew something wasn't quite right about Don Cornelius. When I was a teenager I was on Don's soul Train show when it started in Chicago in the early 70's. Don Cornelius, was mean, he would scream at us in a impatient nasty way. But when the commercial break was over and the cameras start rolling he would start acting nice, smiling and say "o.k. boys and girls" let's come together .....🤔🙄👺
That's interesting! Do you have any photos? Supposedly, those shows were never taped, according to Don Cornelius. However, I think someone behind the scenes has copies!? Basically, he had a split personality ( Dr.Jekell and Mr.Hyde)
Truth always comes out eventually
He sounds like a gatekeeper. You have to do what they want first to get through the door...it only gets worse from there.
This is better than Unsung! Please Ashley do a bio on Irene Cara, Harry Belafonte and the recently deceased, the great Sidney Poitier!
@William West Yes, even though she always provides a disclaimer on what is truth and fiction, she provides far more details on the entertainer's life. Which gives you a better idea of what often lead to their demise.
I learned of his sexuality in 1988 when my aunt worked in his building. She would see him often and spoke of how "feminine" he was. I'll never forget it, I was absolutely shocked.
My friends were rappers and appeared on soul train. They reflected the same thing.
And from his tv persona, I never would’ve guessed it.
@@MrJbee73which rappers
@@crishnaholmes7730 the Boogie Monsters
@@MrJbee73
I remember the Boogie Monsters!
Ashley you are spoiling us! Elvis, now Don Cornelius, I’m loving the consistency! Much love & been a scandalite since day one💕
He was luckier than bill cosby😲😈drugs and alchohol🤔🤕 allegedly
Wow
James Brown was a sports broadcaster
He was in a bad place psychologically to take his life the way he did. That is terrible!
As a young girl watching Soul Train there was always something about his demeanor that was strange to me. He had a dance show full of life but he appeared so lifeless. That's the best way I can describe it. I think something was bothering him way back then.
Yes
I agree with you. I wasn’t able to articulate it but I felt something sinister. I usually attribute it to a dysfunctional childhood, denial of sexuality, or self- hate. In his case it may be all 3 which is why I’m looking to find a biography written about him. Thanks Ashley❤️
Fortunately we know more about mental illness as every year passes. If these things are true and probably are; psychiatrist would diagnose Mr. Cornelius with Narcissistic Personality Disorder. You can look up videos about this condition on UA-cam. Essentially people who have self loathing will turn their anger outward onto other people. All of incidents described in this video fit the behavior to a tee. I would hope that in 2022 anyone experiencing abuse by such a person would report them. Silence equals enabling that person.
Self hate and hollyweird..money went to a WW
Did he take his life or did the Devil come for his soul?
You should do DONNA SUMMER next. She really really is a LEGEND, she ruled the 70s with her hits and was Beautiful. But in comparison to her impact she’s not talked about enough. You should really really really do Donna Summer
Donna Sumner looked like a transvestite . A lot of people back then thought she was one.
@@garrettdavis6500 but she's not so why bring this up? People like you are so annoying 😒
Donna Summers came on the scene in 75' ...76'. Diana Ross ruled from 70'...79'
i think its also cause of how disco music is treate din todays music history. like almost every singer form the 70s is forgotten unfourtunatley
Maybe the people who feel so strongly about DONNA SUMMER, & Anybody else. You PROBABLY SHOULD DO IT. IT MIGHT BE FOR YOU TO DO, NOT SOMEONE ELSE. Stop putting YOUR Work off on Someone Else.
I danced on Soul Train in the late 90s to 2000s, the Shemar Moore era. Don was always on set even though he was no longer hosting. He did run a tight ship!
It was rumored, during the 80's, that Don Cornelius was homosexual. He recruited a lot of gay boys from Crenshaw and Dorsey high to dance on Soul Train. Young men like Jermaine Stewart, O'brian, etc were recruited because they were gay. That's probably why he was so abusive toward women.
🧐that makes hella sense.
O'Bryan is not homosexual
I heard Don had a thing for Jermaine Stewart. I didn't want to be the one to say it. Chile this tea is scolding hot.
I heard this as well. That he was definitely in the closet
😳😳😳 SAY IT AINT SO! He seemed like such a tall and strong symbol of black manhood. 🥺🤦🏽♀️
Soul Train was watched by me and my siblings every Saturday morning. Our neighbors and myself would talk about the shows on our way to school Monday mornings. The commercials were the bomb ! And the hair styles and the fashions were envied by us teens. RIP Mr. DON.
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Sad and disgusting . This has been happening for years with the rich and powerful
He always seemed weird especially when he says love ,peace, & soul
Who on this channel loves a good documentary? I love the way Sista Ashley tells these stories
If this is true Don had a very dark demonic side. His demons ultimately got the best of him and had him take his own life. He was obviously evil as sin
I read that his second wife taking him to cleaners over the divorce was one of the driving forces to his suicide. Basically her alimony was draining any chance of inheritance for his biological kids. He was ordered by the judge to buy her a million dollar home as well as pay for her daughters college tuition and that wasn’t his biological child. That woman new she was marrying a meal ticket
Well..... we reap what we sow 🤷🏾♀️ She did the Dr Dre on him!
It happens each and every time yet look at who they call gold diggers.
@@brooklynqueen7089 I don’t feel sorry for them. When they get tired, they’ll change it. I just went through a custody battle for no reason bc he was listening to his new girlfriend. I’ve had my son for 10 yrs now, when asked why now he said he wasn’t sure the judge said “get sure”.
That WW took all the money
These men put themselves in that position what’s wanting a trophy and not a real woman
I was a seat filler in 1990 for the Soul Train award show. Don Cornelius was very mean he didn't play. From that day forward i didn't care to much for his personality. But i still watched Soul Train.
Crazy how bill Cosby and don were Gold card key holders for the playboy mansion
Also wasn't Jim Brown a member 🤔 at the playboy mansion, don't put anything past people 🤔 😮
So glad O'Bryan did not compromise his beliefs! O'Bryan 💕
He’s on the comments going off
That’s not what I heard about O’b. I heard he’s allegedly, on the downlow.
Dolores Cornelius was the director of my son's Head Start program in Chicago. My son is now 41 years old. We got very close. As a parent I had to volunteer at her HS. She was a tall and very elegant, beautiful woman. I remember her telling me that Don left her and went to California. I don't know how long he had been gone. But I remember her tears. In fact, I bet if I look hard I know I have a couple of certificates with her name and signiture.
Girl I was just scrolling bored as hell! Thank you Ashley!!! We needed this.
Same lol
YES 💖🔥
Right just got back from grocery shopping and rolling a joint 😂😂
You too lol… I clicked so fast 💨
Me too!!!😆
One thing I’ve learned from watching Ashley’s videos is that there was waaaayyy too much woman and wife beating going on with these 70’s and 80’s r&b
ni$$a$.
It was almost as if it was the cool thing to do amongst them.
So sad.
That $hit with Tammi Terrell and The pointer sisters broke my heart for a minute.
A lot of that stuff was hella disturbing.
And a lot of the smooth r&b dudes that I used to respect did that mess.
I don’t like that.
Yes the pimp style
And drugs cocaine was the thing back then
This sadistic behavior does not surprise me. A lot of Hollywood is sick. I do wonder what his relationship was like with his mother though...
Mark my words Ashley is going have a prime time show!!! 👏🏾❤️
Girl you just pushing these out!!! I love it!! Your hustle is inspirational boo!!! DON WAS DIRTY!!!!!!!
Girl!! They talked about this on the documentary series Secrets of Playboy. Them dudes was wilding out back then😳 ALLEGEDLY 😉
I FELL OUT on the floor laughing re the lead-up and punchline about the négligée! Girl! Ya TOLD that!!! LOL!!!
I just wanna know who the group was. 🤔
@@CodyCole80 I am going to take a wild guess and say it may have been the Ojays. They and Don were real tight since the early days of Soul Train. Could be wrong, just a guess.
@@angelafisher299
🤔 Hummm…I would’ve thought of a younger, less mature group, like Kool and The Gang or The Commodores. They were all barely out of their teens in the early 70’s. Those were young guys that Don would’ve thought he could’ve coerced or groomed. 😒 I think he would’ve known not to “fluke” wit the The O’Jays, especially Eddie and William. They were closer to his age. Plus, Eddie seemed like the type that was wit the 💩s, and William looked like the “Don’t let the light-skin fool ya type.” 😂 He was really handsome but had a hood vibe to me. But who knows. Sometimes it’s the ones you least expect. 😂🤦🏽♀️🤷🏽♀️
@@CodyCole80 You have a point because Eddie Levert is known to cuss folks out. He curse so much that Betty Wright warned him about his language on the Christian Broadcasting network TBN "Praise".
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😲 He was 🤬 on the show? 😂
I absolutely love your energy in this video! your storytelling skills are unmatched!
No Miss. Thang didn't bless us with 2 uploads BACK TO BACK!!!! 🙌🏾👏🏽.
Thank you ☺️❤️
I did a review of the Secrets of Playboy and my subscribers told me about your channel. Thank you for this video. I’m a new subscriber and fan.
Welcome to AshleySaySo 😁
Twice in one week?! We aren’t worthy !! Thanks again Ashley 🙂
‘If you look close enough you might see a price tag hanging from their tail’ Ashley is a MESS
And no ain't no Shalamar tea before y'all ask!🤣🤣🤣 21:37 was a name that I didn't fully say btw lol y'all ain't gonna get me!
🤣🤣🤣 that's right hunty....make it plain!!!!
Omg 😂 Ashley You Something Else
Why I wanna see you and husband do a Soul Train line Ashley 😂🤣
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@@brahmabkitty03 😂😂😂 I gets down baby!
We appreciate your hustle and consistency Ashley! 🥰 Your sense of humor sends me!
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Al Green on Soul Train is music gold probably some of the best live performances I’ve ever seen!!!
@Jovan Brown Yes. Al Green was one of the best performers on Soul Train.
I’m ready for that Hugh hefner video 😭
Again: Black Dynamite has a episode where Dick Clark and Don Cornelius were fighting for those ratings 😂😂😂😂😂 hilarious but historical ..great content sis💖
That was hilarious 😂
Black Dynamite sucks
I was bored in class today, but now that I'm on lunch, I can watch my favorite storyteller.
I’ve been watching/subscribed to you for about a year and a half now and i hardly ever comment but sisssss. These back to back updates are giving me everything i need right now 😭😭😭 i love listening to your stories and your humor. Thank you so much. God bless you 💜
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Yeasssss facts!!!!!! I be salivating for her videos!!!!! Not only her personality and storytelling skill so lit BUT lord she be giving you the Gaga chile!!!! I love knowing this stuff about all these people!!!! I believe it all even if it ain’t true!!! 😂😂😂
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My God in Heaven such a sorrowful situation that Don Cornelius had these horrible dark side that cost him to brutalize others as he was apparently in a very dark place in his heart and mind💔😥‼
The power trip is real. When we don't have more on our minds, a higher purpose, we go off out of control. Drug and sex abuse is common among those who have made it in America. Lessons learned.
Drug, sex abuse "and fame" is the most common destruction...
Wow. He seemed like a controlling narcissist.
Your sources are incredible. Watched Secrets of Playboy and your tea was sipped with lemon! Get it Ashley!
Now that part about him calling them to his room. And they was tripping over eachother to get out was funny 😂😂🤣
Giiiiiirl….I came back to tell you they confirmed your tea in the playboy docuseries. Said they were sisters! 20 and 21.
Now I understand why all of a sudden the male Soul Train dancers were mostly funny men...fun boys. I now see why Mr. Cornelius took his own life. But the show itself was one of the best things that ever happened for Black Americans of all all ages. Thank you for this journal. Bless Up. 💚🖤💛🇯🇲🇺🇸
Right
My mother in law who grew up off 95th south side of Chicago always said she heard about the gay rumors..
I was LOL at work. Everyone was looking at me because its so quiet. I love how you tell stories. I feel like I'm right there. Elvis was a trip for sure.
Sis! You get all the likes off the jump! The way you are banging out these videos has me in a nostalgia coma, in a good way! Thank you and now I'm about to get into it. This one is going to be great, I can feel it!
What a special treat, Ashley...two vids this week and something good to hunker down to on a cold rainy night tonight. I'm loving it! A couple of months ago I stumbled across these short videos titled I Was a Soul Train Dancer. Great stuff y'all, from the perspectives of the dancers. The short segments really make these people real. I know I used to think of them as glamorous and lucky to be dancing on Soul Train. You will see they're regular people with ordinary lives. You can find all their stories, just search I was a soul train dancer. Loving you Ashley!!
Don't give her the big balloon head. 😲😁no you dod your thing
I used to want to be a Soul Train dancer because I thought their lives were more glamorous than it really was with doing what they love! I love the segment"I was a Soul Train Dancer" too!
Thank you! Ima check it out
Ooh yes! I binged those vids. I love hearing hose details
Yes I was extremely very shocked 😮 on Don Cornelius!!!!!!
🤦🏾♀️🤷🏾♀️🤔I wouldn’t have never ever thought about him like that !!!!!!
I believe Don C was abusive. Black men of his Era definitely were abusive and many on the DL.
Wow Don had a lot demons to deal with, but you right Soul Train is ours. Thank you for the video Ashley. Awesome 😊
Never trust a man who'll only pay you in chicken. 😎🍗🍗🍗
Hahahaha. As funny as this is, there is truth behind this statement!
It says a lot when you read into it. Yes it does...
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Ashllllleeeeyyy Don Cornelius is on the home page of yahoo! Saying he assaulted 2 women at the Playboy mansion! I said dang! Ashley just gave us “tha scandal hunty! Tha scandal!” 2 weeks ago! His face popped up and my mouth dropped!
Ashley, you are on top of your game!!! Thanks so much.
Your tea is piping hotttt! I’m from Chicago from that 60s-70s era and I never heard of the alternative lifestyle rumors! I know my daddy said he worked as a bus driver (CTA) too! Legendary hustler! Lol
Thank you Ashley for blessing us with another video😩💗
Don Cornelius, Dick Clark, and Berry Gordy have two things in common: 1) they didn't like rap music; 2) music videos of any kind were a waste. That's when they found out they were out of touch. Gordy sold Motown to Universal Records. Cornelius and Clark dance shows ended.
Soul train last for while
Nobody liked rap except the rappers at the start...
I'm so happy you finally uploaded the Don Cornelius video because I've been asking for him for a while now I'm excited
I Know You Excited Enjoy The Tea 🍵
Thank you for separating the crafted images from the person, and giving a different picture of history.
Thank you Ashley you don't disappoint. I was falling asleep and I saw your new post, thank you, thank you for the entertainment!!!!!!
Thank you Don Cornelius 💕 for Soul Train! I'm having a Soul Train Party in October for my Birthday, I'm So Excited.. love, Peace and Soul 😘
🗣COME THROUGH ASHLEY!!!! 🎉 At work ret now! I can’t wait to come back and watch!!! ♥️♥️♥️
Love ❤️ your show Ashley
When I was a freshman in high school I was a regular dancer on Soul Train in Chicago in 1970-71, I'm 64 years old now!!!
I wish they had tapped those old shows.
We had O'Bryan's 45 for the single You and I. That was my song. I believe Mike Evans a.k.a. Ralph Carter sang You and I at Thelma's wedding.
I still have his album.
Yes, Michael Evans sang it on "Good Times". The original artist is Stevie Wonder.
Soul train and fat Albert and the gang were Saturday routines, my uncle worked on the Soul train stages out in Cali and I heard stories for years,Don was Wilding, beefing and doing the rock star thing, his showdowns with Dick Clark or giving Rick James shade were legendary, he was a complex cat,still hard to believe he been gone a decade, American Soul on BET drops some things, however the real Don Cornelius story gonna take time, respect to you Soul sister Ashley
Clicked with the quickness! Stop playing!!!! 😂😂😂
Oooooh!!!
When you mentioned Hugh Hefner!!! I know that episode is going to be BEYOND SCANDALOUS!!!!
Keep up the awesome work!!!!
O'Bryan should be glad that his name was mentioned, i forgot his music , i thought, until your video. I pulled up his video's and oh yeah! The memories started to flow. Thank you Ashley and a special thank you to you O'Bryan! Much ❤.
I have not laughed like this in a long time. I Appreciate Your Humor. 😄
I love when Ashley says " chiiiiiiiiiiiiile, these folks out here saying "
You are the queen of storytelling
Ashley is the Goat needed this post
Now I’m wondering how Don Cornelius felt about Donnie Simpson. 🤔
Good question…
Good question, because Donnie Simpson is a very attractive man.
Or how Donnie Simpson felt about Don???
So thats why he left Chicago & moved to LA for the froot loops
I was raised in the church I stumbled upon Soul Train one day when I was a lil girl. I didn't do my normal and turn the TV off after the Saturday morning cartoons. Whew Chile that changed my entire life.. my grandma caught me dancing one day and liked to beat the breaks off of me. She said "How you learn all that shaking you doing?" I said Soul Train on TV🤣🤣🤣.
Wow! Well you’re an adult now…✌🏾
I also heard that Don Cornelius didn't like hip-hop either. I heard that was part of the reason why he couldn't stay relevant too. He even critiqued the hip-hop acts that performed on the show.
He also didn't like music videos.
He seemed like a depressed man...I grew up watching Soul Train...his presence was creepy. His interviews were dry like he didn't want to interview the artists 🤔
He did. He also had beef with Rick James. You should see their interviews lol
Dang Ashley😳 Why do these people seem to lose their minds that are so brilliant? I’m truly grateful that he made SoulTrain but it breaks my heart to hear how he treated women😟 And I loved O’Brien! I never knew that was happening to him 🤦🏽♀️ Don’t you turn crazy on us after you blow up 😂🙏🏾❤️🥰
🤣🤣🤣Yes!! Stay with us, Ashley!
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No One is righteous no not one 🤳🏿🤷🏿♀️
You are an absolute DELIGHT! You teach me so much about people I never even heard of and you make it interesting! Thank you for all you do! ❤
I remember the black and white program. I was a little girl in in Chicago. We used to come home and watch soul train on the local station. Took me down memory lane thank you
@Tina Lewis, it didn't make a difference at my house, the TV was black and white.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
TIME to wash dishes *literally* Thanks!
yes. Soul Train is studied as the first "reality TV" shows. I was surprised that it was in my Film 101 text book. Awesome!
American Bandstand is not studied as early "Reality TV"???? Hmmm 🤔!
What college did you take this course??? It's great that it's included in a college course bc it was a genius TV creation and production! However, Soul Train was not a
reality TV show! That's straight bullsh!t. And is diminishes Soul Train genius and success!!!
White TV always trying to bury Black genius and success, so they'll create another lane, usually derogatory, for Black art! So they can shine and keep the spot light!!!
They are telling the playboy situation with Don on the docuseries. OMG. You are awesome in your breaking news!
Girl pumping out the videos, luv it… Wishing much success 💜
Thank You!!! This was great coverage! I was one of the people who asked if you can do a says so on Don Cornelius (feels like pulling a lottery win). You are such a great storyteller and I really do enjoy your videos!
Oooo chile you're on a roll. I love me some Don Cornelius & Soul Train. The show American Soul based on Don & Soul Train started giving me a little incite into his personal life.
Yessssss I love the “ask about him ask about him” part when she said he was a hustler!!!! We were just listening to this song at work tonight and then she sings it tonight!!!! Love it!!!!
And thank you Mama SaysSo!!!! We love how you keeping them coming!!!!!!
Girl you doing these videos back to back love it
Another fiery video! Whew! Chile! Thanks for spoiling us, Mrs. Ashley!
Oooo Ashley that was so good! This is not the story they did on the movie! Somehow I'd missed the members only of Clive Davis and I'm a member! They were talking about it and that's how I found out I'd missed it! Well done!
The Clive video is still on the community tab for members and the tea is scorching!
How many of us would wake up Saturday afternoon to watch the train which we never knew where it was going....its was "Soul Train"....hosted by Don Cornelius. Soul Train showcased Soul, Funk, R&B, Rap, New Wave, & Comedy. When it was time for the "Soul Train Dance Line" how many of us was clockin' the Asian cutie with the long hair every week ? I know I have....lol. White America had "American Bandstand", We Had "Soul Train" .....Lastly, fun fact how many of us remember seeing a young "Jodie Watley" as a regular dancer on the show ? 💯♣️♦️🖤♥️♠️💯♦️♥️♥️
Thanks Ashley, this was a good one!! It’s slow today in the Salon so this came right on time ♥️♥️
He was mentioned quite frequently in the playboy docuseries. According to the series, he was brutal.
Yes!!!! Just in time for my lunch break! I'm tuned in!!! I love Ashley!
Glad a ran across your pg, really appreciate you & the stories about these celebrities,, Pam.
This tea on Don was SMOLDERING!!! ☕️☕️☕️
I'm here after watching last night's episode of "Secrets of Playboy." And you had the tea before it aired!!!! I was waiting to see if you were going to get into it. Great job doing your due diligence.
Hope you don't believe that liar
Many years ago I did hear the rumors of him being brutal. He always seemed overly possessed of his emotions, I used to hear how cool he was, he was kind of scary to me.
If I remember correctly Cosby was a regular at the playboy mansion and at the playboy jazz festival.
He was a closeted homosexual for sure!! Probably why he treated women so bad.
I hit like before I started watching.. I know this about to be good
#SaySoSquad! I have finally been able to join the membership now! Ashley you spoil us dearly, I love you for this! Don Cornelius, this is like the second time that I've heard about him dressing up in lingerie and women's clothing. He reminds me of Marvin Gaye's father who was a minister but also a crossdresser but also beat and terrorized his family.
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Thank you God got the day off from work and got two new videos back to back lord GOD is good all the time thank you Ashley we love you for life