Erika Alexander On Reviving Good Black Characters, Working With Bill Cosby, Her Parents + More

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  • @KenyasInfiniteShine
    @KenyasInfiniteShine 6 років тому +1281

    A man thought he was insulting me when he told me I remind him of her. He cracked up. He thought it was hilarious. I just told him that's a compliment because she is a beautiful, intelligent confident African American Woman.

    • @biancalord488
      @biancalord488 5 років тому +20

      Yes 💜

    • @Infinitelyinfinite888
      @Infinitelyinfinite888 5 років тому +52

      ....and actually is more physically beautiful than before.

    • @nmagain24
      @nmagain24 4 роки тому +47

      Maxine was "the finest one" to me during my adolescent debate days lol

    • @selfloveandfun5039
      @selfloveandfun5039 4 роки тому +44

      Our men are so disgusting he meant cause she's dark skin irregardless of her career intelligent and contribution. Just disgusting that's why I'm real good on them and a serious conversation and relationship. Just fun time galore.

    • @nmagain24
      @nmagain24 4 роки тому +29

      @@selfloveandfun5039 not all of us are. Just like not all of yall arent. Many of our people are plundered however.

  • @johnnygoodmo898
    @johnnygoodmo898 6 років тому +410

    "The past is painful, and the present precarious. But, the future is free."
    WOW!!!

  • @ladysaane
    @ladysaane 6 років тому +750

    She is so articulate and beautiful, some people dont need to go to college to be educated and well spoken...love this interview. What an extraordinary woman.

    • @kathy2842
      @kathy2842 4 роки тому +9

      ladysaane Just hard work and so much grit like so many of us. You can learn and or do whatever you put your mind to do.

    • @alondathomas293
      @alondathomas293 4 роки тому +8

      She's had such an interesting life and family background---she needs to write a book about herself, lol. Really enjoyed this interview, lol!

    • @garypearson8556
      @garypearson8556 4 роки тому +9

      Think about it the majority of your millionaires and Billionaire's haven't been to college

    • @chazroseman2301
      @chazroseman2301 2 роки тому +8

      Natural intelligence

    • @SaherHaroon
      @SaherHaroon 2 роки тому +3

      Well said ❤

  • @samueltorres7550
    @samueltorres7550 5 років тому +243

    She is gorgeous, always loved her, her voice her attitude. Living single, the show that FRIENDS copied

    • @kendramanuel968
      @kendramanuel968 11 місяців тому +3

      Sure did

    • @alireid5874
      @alireid5874 11 місяців тому +4

      Loved Living Single, hated Girlfriends.

    • @PecanBrown1023
      @PecanBrown1023 11 місяців тому +3

      @@alireid5874I loved Living Single still watch it to this day. Girlfriends didn’t give at all 😂🤷🏾‍♀️

    • @edwardpiss
      @edwardpiss 11 місяців тому

      @@alireid5874Yall stay putting each other against one another like gladiators.

    • @christopherjoppy8502
      @christopherjoppy8502 11 місяців тому +1

      She literally said the same creators made “Friends”, which was one of the options for “Living Single” to be named. How is it copied when the same people made both shows?

  • @TheConnonedrum
    @TheConnonedrum 6 років тому +635

    She wasn't lying after the early 2000s shows definitely took a turn for the worse when it came to showcasing our people.

    • @estherstrategicadvisor749
      @estherstrategicadvisor749 5 років тому +15

      Raucus Rap & Ratchet Reality shows are what happened! Watched some episodes of UNSUNG & the music industry had the SAME DEMISE. Record Label Executives said GOOD QUALITY MUSIC wasn't selling, everybody wanted derogatory, mysogynist Gangsta Rap.

    • @brucebaner1
      @brucebaner1 5 років тому +2

      Not really, it wasn't all bad and we had some good attempts. www.definearevolution.com/2016/04/dar-tv-black-sitcoms-in-2000s-and-2010s.html

    • @truthseeker4365
      @truthseeker4365 5 років тому +3

      Yes! Absolutely.

    • @lateshiachilds3640
      @lateshiachilds3640 5 років тому +11

      I actually love sitcoms from 70s to early 00s. There are quite of bit great sitcoms I'm the early 00s EVE, Girlfriends, Half & Half, Everybody Hates Chris, and a few more.

    • @lateshiachilds3640
      @lateshiachilds3640 5 років тому +10

      @@estherstrategicadvisor749 yes I agree music industry seem like it changed around 2005/2006.

  • @dopespillcomics
    @dopespillcomics 6 років тому +1629

    Man she look the same 20 years later!

    • @iLatrell62
      @iLatrell62 6 років тому +10

      DopeSpill Comics I see ur here

    • @christianclarke2113
      @christianclarke2113 6 років тому +29

      DopeSpill Comics it’s incredible she hasn’t aged a bit

    • @dopespillcomics
      @dopespillcomics 6 років тому +7

      iLatrell _ Oh yeah, I love watching Breakfast Club.. I often watch a bunch of their videos before I record

    • @aquariuskudo
      @aquariuskudo 6 років тому +4

      What's up Dopespill?

    • @dopespillcomics
      @dopespillcomics 6 років тому +1

      Aquariuskudo Ayy what’s good!

  • @mdooms76
    @mdooms76 6 років тому +370

    I also love the way she's dressed. Just natural beauty glowing. She didn't come with a ton of makeup nails lashes and weave.....we can see HER!!

    • @AL-eg9rb
      @AL-eg9rb 6 років тому +19

      Thank u! I say this all the time, why isn't regular or natural beauty appreciated? Overdone makeup, tons of weave and eyelashes get u in the door, but being yourself, hah, not so much. Or at least not on a regular basis. Oh well, I'll carry on.

    • @ButrSkotchKrmpt75
      @ButrSkotchKrmpt75 4 роки тому +8

      And she’s always been like that. My favorite character since Cosby show! Love her as Max! She made that show!

    • @paigeedwards8379
      @paigeedwards8379 4 роки тому +1

      I love this woman 😍 thanks for being in you !!!

    • @angelafranklin2267
      @angelafranklin2267 4 роки тому

      Yes!!!! I hate all that fake crap!

  • @Sarod2023
    @Sarod2023 4 роки тому +179

    I’ve watched her tell that story of her grandmother about 5 times now. It’s so fascinating. I wish she would write a book about her family history!

  • @Amorantasia1
    @Amorantasia1 6 років тому +2442

    Yass! MAXINE SHAW, attorney at LAW! Still gorgeous! #LivingSingle 💁🏾💕💕

    • @BeatHovenThoreau
      @BeatHovenThoreau 6 років тому +6

      Amor Antasia *yes*

    • @fromlissawithlove
      @fromlissawithlove 6 років тому +34

      Absolutely, "she got that melanin magic, brown skin poppin", all types of sun kissed gorgeousness.
      P.s. you too sis😘💖👸🏾! Have a blessed one 😊

    • @Terry794
      @Terry794 6 років тому +17

      I had a crush on her when I was young 😂

    • @3rdworldtv79
      @3rdworldtv79 6 років тому

      🤔❤️ua-cam.com/video/RzFwPQ41xfA/v-deo.html

    • @mellewis8059
      @mellewis8059 6 років тому +14

      Always love her

  • @lionelbulgin1739
    @lionelbulgin1739 6 років тому +364

    This is the interview that needs 6million views. Too many gems

    • @alonzoeley5918
      @alonzoeley5918 5 років тому +5

      Facts✊✊# Like Mary J. Blige Said They Just Don't "KNOW!!!"...

    • @aishiac7371
      @aishiac7371 5 років тому +4

      I agree completely...

    • @dianenails6525
      @dianenails6525 4 роки тому +1

      I agree excellent in a view... I enjoy good talk

    • @CrystalM1917
      @CrystalM1917 4 роки тому

      You're a smart young man.

    • @mhmm3101
      @mhmm3101 11 місяців тому

      Why 6 specifically

  • @DrFabulous1
    @DrFabulous1 6 років тому +384

    Erika Alexander and Tichina Arnold (Pam from Martin) are the 2 that I credit for making me love and appreciate my beautiful dark skin as a young teen during the 90's when it wasn't appreciated to be dark-skinned (at least where I was at in Brooklyn, NY). They also made help me to realize that there is nothing wrong with being owning my strength, independence, intelligence and beauty as a dark skin black woman when everyone else around me was saying or demonstrating the opposite.

    • @Amagem81
      @Amagem81 4 роки тому +9

      I'm originally from Brooklyn and remember being picked on for my dark complexion. From elementary school to middle school, it didn't happen often but when it did I was so surprised that kids so young could harbor such hate for another's skin tone. Made me appreciate how I was raised.

    • @get2danews925
      @get2danews925 4 роки тому +9

      those kids harbor such hate cuz they grew up in a home that was filled with hate

    • @MrDopwop
      @MrDopwop 4 роки тому +5

      I wholeheartedly agree both two very beautiful women that I see in the same light. Just their personality alone will make you stand up and take notice it comes from a deep place from within their soul and I love the way they make you see them it’s very special

    • @gentium3210
      @gentium3210 4 роки тому +3

      Wouldn't have been awesome if that came from your loved ones and family and community. Dark skin is more than beautiful

    • @blank-pi9cc
      @blank-pi9cc 4 роки тому +3

      Don’t forget about “Chantelle” from New York Undercover

  • @rlanier92
    @rlanier92 3 роки тому +69

    She talk with much delicacy. Just listen to her. She's always prepared too. Id listen to her talk all the time. She's articulate. Elegant. You can tell she studies life.. so calm. How'd I miss this Interview. She's so bomb!!! "You don't get tomorrow, you get today " she's structured!

  • @roybookman7603
    @roybookman7603 6 років тому +557

    Dear God she's gorgeous and her intelligence is very endearing

    • @lastdays3148
      @lastdays3148 6 років тому +14

      Yes I have always thought that too about her. Go watched the reruns of her on the show in the 1990s called Living Single. I loved how she looked on the show and her character on that show was really funny.

    • @old72mac
      @old72mac 6 років тому +12

      Nicely worded.

    • @charlesrayiii
      @charlesrayiii 6 років тому +3

      you are so correct..!!

  • @TheRealestIdealist
    @TheRealestIdealist 6 років тому +385

    I have never seen or heard her speak outside of her TV/Movie roles, but I *KNEW* she would be this wise!!! Love it!

    • @Tamed100810
      @Tamed100810 6 років тому +6

      The Realest Idealist me neither!

    • @Jansheff2010
      @Jansheff2010 6 років тому +4

      I'm gonna have to listen to this twice, it's an awesome interview, the voodoo stuff had me shock for a minute but she said so much gems that it fads in the background, lol wow

    • @moenaethomas7337
      @moenaethomas7337 5 років тому +1

      @A SO VERY ACTARET

    • @moenaethomas7337
      @moenaethomas7337 5 років тому +1

      SO TURE INDEED 💭

  • @niseynisey
    @niseynisey 6 років тому +256

    I could listen to her speak all day! So wise!

    • @savannahkocharyan6846
      @savannahkocharyan6846 5 років тому +3

      I could listen to her read the dictionary and I'd be happy with that. I love everything about her. She's very intelligent, funny and beautiful. ❤

    • @shaaronsimmons6677
      @shaaronsimmons6677 5 років тому +2

      Love you Erica Alexander always

    • @chloed8645
      @chloed8645 5 років тому

      Yessssssss

    • @shashavengesayi6055
      @shashavengesayi6055 5 років тому +1

      Me too, she’s so intelligent and humble and has a soothing voice

  • @kennethlandrum4528
    @kennethlandrum4528 4 роки тому +55

    What an articulate, intelligent lady she is. Beautiful in every sense of the word.

  • @nickb3345
    @nickb3345 6 років тому +205

    Man I'm Korean and agree 100% about reviving the Black characters. As well as introducing some Korean or Asian characters in general.

    • @rasheedatv
      @rasheedatv 6 років тому +3

      Agreed!

    • @Babyshoes777
      @Babyshoes777 6 років тому +5

      Nick B yes! I just tried Korean food, and maaaaaan! If the food is that good... I’m trynna see all things Korean

    • @illwill74
      @illwill74 6 років тому

      Agatha jay yeah, that that was wrong! The show was good! But if only minorities watch it, the shut it down!

    • @GeorgeReid
      @GeorgeReid 5 років тому

      ✊👍

  • @nikki7579
    @nikki7579 6 років тому +245

    OMG, she's so gorgeous. All this Beauty needs to be on television!!!

    • @jooseysmoolay7767
      @jooseysmoolay7767 6 років тому +3

      Nikki757 That Beauty should be in my Home.

    • @bells561
      @bells561 6 років тому +2

      Brother Jai lol I’m dead

    • @jooseysmoolay7767
      @jooseysmoolay7767 6 років тому +1

      @@bells561 Please don't die Your Gorgeous yourself 👀

  • @Lovelyti_TV
    @Lovelyti_TV 6 років тому +896

    my twin!! love me some Erika, I'm super proud of the woman she's become!

  • @faithlaster9837
    @faithlaster9837 5 років тому +50

    I absolutely love her demeanor! She has come from such adversity and still move on as if it's just a lesson to learn! I could listen to her speak forever!

  • @JusLivinAXA
    @JusLivinAXA 6 років тому +524

    She is dressed so modest its beautiful!

  • @SavannahSylver
    @SavannahSylver 6 років тому +518

    This is probably thee best interview ever, she is so pleasant and easy to listen to, and the witch story whew chile...💛💛💛

    • @bensonajagbawa5959
      @bensonajagbawa5959 4 роки тому +14

      This girl is so smart.

    • @starmai2458
      @starmai2458 4 роки тому +8

      @Savannah Sylver, definitely one of the best interviews on the BC. I've watched it a least 5 times now.

    • @LADYDIVAful
      @LADYDIVAful 4 роки тому +7

      To each its own, but I fear God way too much not to trust in him ONLY! Life is always advocating for us to win, we just have to pay attention. I've heard all of my life about "witchcraft", I never believed in it. 2020, I learned that a few people in my family are heavily into witchcraft, which explains the existing family ALBATROSSES.
      I'm not a proponent in the practice, but this thumbnail has been showing up on my UA-cam page for days. Erika blessed me on a myriad of levels, she's made it make sense...

    • @yodaddybrother3870
      @yodaddybrother3870 4 роки тому +2

      Whew Chile lost it for me

    • @ielijahmccoy
      @ielijahmccoy 4 роки тому +4

      AGREED! Before this, I never knew she was so brilliant, Spiritual and sweet. :D

  • @marcellax4556
    @marcellax4556 6 років тому +186

    Erika! Very clear in expressing her thoughts, very articulate, eloquent and speaks empowering topics.

  • @raymondcurry2278
    @raymondcurry2278 5 років тому +83

    This interview has to BE one of the BEST ....I have EVER heard on the Club !!!! Am going to listen at it again ! Thank you.

  • @millions2nette
    @millions2nette 6 років тому +334

    Wow! Max is not college educated, however, INTELLIGENCE ON FLEEK!

  • @imdifferent7294
    @imdifferent7294 6 років тому +493

    SHE LOOKS 28. LITERALLY SHE DID NOT AGE. LITERALLY.

    • @alexsamuel5084
      @alexsamuel5084 6 років тому +6

      Pantherette Power, that's the power of Black; you should see my 89 year old Mother, it would shock you! Peace!

    • @jenniferpierce6420
      @jenniferpierce6420 5 років тому +6

      She looks great!

    • @matthewhoward6956
      @matthewhoward6956 5 років тому +2

      She still pretty from living single

    • @fksdnkefknfeefwbfebid
      @fksdnkefknfeefwbfebid 5 років тому +4

      Isn't she so beautiful!!???

    • @savannahkocharyan6846
      @savannahkocharyan6846 5 років тому +1

      I remember watching the show when I was a kid and she was my favorite character. I always thought she was so funny and so beautiful...even till this day.

  • @8ThatUp2
    @8ThatUp2 6 років тому +677

    She's dropping gems💜👑I'm so glad I watched this interview. It was so imspirational and I found another talented well spoken black women to look up to

  • @hadbl12
    @hadbl12 5 років тому +53

    This is a deep interview, she has so many layers. Much respect to you.

  • @tiaradub5926
    @tiaradub5926 6 років тому +106

    She makes me so proud that she isn't just beautiful but she is smart also insightful.

  • @MarieAmicalola
    @MarieAmicalola 6 років тому +795

    This is one of my most favorite bc interviews ever. Erika is an enchanting human.

  • @NativeBorne
    @NativeBorne 6 років тому +78

    This is one of the best shows on The Breakfast Club! She has great calming energy, a wise spirit and noticeable integrity. I loved “Pam” then and love her even more now.

    • @EventHorizon519
      @EventHorizon519 6 років тому +1

      I couldn't have said it any better. Perfectly stated.👍

    • @blktsunami
      @blktsunami 6 років тому

      Evangeline Whetstone She was Pam on the Cosby show

  • @dr.tanyadove822
    @dr.tanyadove822 2 роки тому +26

    The world needs her! She’s amazing, woke and highly intelligent! Love her! She’s such a breath of fresh air!

  • @yourfavnurseb9699
    @yourfavnurseb9699 6 років тому +351

    "They left blueprints for us but its in a book "

    • @moarashadgibson2641
      @moarashadgibson2641 6 років тому +7

      yourfavnurseb I felt that

    • @Naturalice88
      @Naturalice88 6 років тому +25

      Which is hard for our people to understand even if they open it. He who has eyes to see let him see. Remember only a few will understand.

    • @justdebs365
      @justdebs365 5 років тому +2

      So true

  • @kiag1531
    @kiag1531 6 років тому +154

    When you carry yourself a certain way people treat you differently. Look how Envy showed this sista some respect when he left the room!! ♥♥👏👏

    • @bayoualtar1667
      @bayoualtar1667 6 років тому

      kia golphin .....what was the name of the dust that was place over her grandma’s door?

    • @alexiswolfe1681
      @alexiswolfe1681 6 років тому

      Bayou Altar goofer dust

    • @bayoualtar1667
      @bayoualtar1667 6 років тому

      Alexis Wolfe ......thank you.......stay Strong!

  • @AtaensicMedia
    @AtaensicMedia 6 років тому +76

    I know titles are clickbait but this interview was so much more than the title... This made me love Erika even more...

  • @araya52
    @araya52 5 років тому +21

    I love her. She is wise, modest, and caring. She is a truth teller. Excellent interview. I'm so glad I found this and was able to really get to know Erika Alexander on a whole new level. She's wonderful!!

  • @Lifewithlove
    @Lifewithlove 6 років тому +327

    She’s so freakin deep! Loved this interview! Erika Alexander is prolific and beautiful , always loved her. Thank you for this interview Breakfast Club❤️❤️❤️

    • @giginelson3319
      @giginelson3319 6 років тому +6

      Lifewithlove I can listen to her speak over and over,

    • @savannahkocharyan6846
      @savannahkocharyan6846 5 років тому +4

      I remember watching her on Living Single when I was 10 years old and thinking she was so funny and beautiful...still beautiful till this day.❤

    • @mattiehill6656
      @mattiehill6656 4 роки тому +2

      She's beautiful her Poise is right on point reminds me of her mother

    • @May5871
      @May5871 4 роки тому +1

      She has been taken through the depths of life at an early age. She had no choice but to be deep. I agree with your statement 100%. This was an extremely enlightening interview. Erik Alexander was/is definitely a diamond in the ruff....

    • @janicejackson3846
      @janicejackson3846 3 роки тому +1

      I agree. She super 100% real and authentic. Love me some Maxine Shaw.

  • @jrav1313
    @jrav1313 6 років тому +97

    I'm really curious to know as to who these 300 plus people are that disliked this beautiful woman intelligence. So much truth and wisdom.
    She held my attention the entire interview🙏

    • @get2danews925
      @get2danews925 6 років тому +7

      300 dum assess not use to intelligent n classy woman

    • @marvelousmarvelous2529
      @marvelousmarvelous2529 5 років тому +2

      She sure did grasp my attention the entire interview, I had to replay some parts..

    • @rctecopyright
      @rctecopyright 5 років тому +5

      They watch friends

    • @kathy2842
      @kathy2842 4 роки тому

      I so don’t focus on the negativity of others; like her I’m dark skin and can relate to her in that aspect. However I have always and will always hold on to my faith. It’s not God who changes but humans who change and starts to do their own thing (in the name of Jesus) they become fake prophets. The struggle is real though.

    • @deemaverick987
      @deemaverick987 4 роки тому +1

      Trump supporters. The dumbest muthafuckers to ever missed their mother back and ended up in her uterus.

  • @shawnthomas335
    @shawnthomas335 6 років тому +272

    Black Intelligence is beautiful.

    • @ElijahMoore-Restfulnights
      @ElijahMoore-Restfulnights 5 років тому

      whats that?

    • @xotlt7999
      @xotlt7999 5 років тому +1

      Elijah Moore you were literally watching an example of it smh..

    • @ElijahMoore-Restfulnights
      @ElijahMoore-Restfulnights 5 років тому

      toriano isn’t it just intelligence? Black people being intelligence isn’t a sub category. Not something different or rare. Just regular.

    • @xotlt7999
      @xotlt7999 5 років тому +2

      Elijah Moore ok to you let it be that, but to us we’re gonna call it BLACK EXCELLENCE...

    • @N1SHAJAYHE
      @N1SHAJAYHE 5 років тому

      Isn't it though...???!!!

  • @montrellbenjamin8102
    @montrellbenjamin8102 5 років тому +57

    "The past is painful, the present procarries, but the future is free..."

  • @jeffreycooper7763
    @jeffreycooper7763 6 років тому +200

    She is one of most beautiful women in Hollywood who nobody knows about.

    • @anthonybroadie99
      @anthonybroadie99 5 років тому +3

      Agree

    • @Cusp_of_magic
      @Cusp_of_magic 3 роки тому +1

      Except many people DO know about her.

    • @absent6076
      @absent6076 3 роки тому

      We should know more about her that voice is so peaceful and soothing had the biggest crush on her as a kid watching living single

  • @YACKYSNACKY
    @YACKYSNACKY 6 років тому +366

    So well-spoken, and beautiful.

    • @Thankfulforairinmylungs
      @Thankfulforairinmylungs 6 років тому +5

      always has been!

    • @nazareehines-starr6297
      @nazareehines-starr6297 6 років тому +2

      I agree!

    • @nickenzio1
      @nickenzio1 6 років тому

      Yacky Snacky obviously you don't understand the conversation or what's going on in the world today because, if you did you wouldn't make those comments. And if you don't see anything wrong with what you said "read a book" exactly what they said read a book.

    • @lillianhbbler960
      @lillianhbbler960 6 років тому +3

      I agree! "so well-spoken" is not a compliment to a black person. And it is concerning to hear another black person say that!

    • @laurisamarmon1140
      @laurisamarmon1140 6 років тому

      Uhh uhh

  • @Neeshpeesh123
    @Neeshpeesh123 6 років тому +374

    She need to turn the story about her family into a movie or a book or something !

    • @janeenstephens906
      @janeenstephens906 6 років тому +5

      Neeshpeesh123 I thought the same thing! It's a captivating story.

    • @ajjonesBOF
      @ajjonesBOF 6 років тому +2

      Neeshpeesh123 Agreed

    • @deeelo5501
      @deeelo5501 6 років тому +6

      I agree but it may be too personal/painful to share on screen, especially considering the feelings of her mom and siblings. It might cause another riff amongst them. It seems they have been through quite enough.

    • @upclose22
      @upclose22 6 років тому +2

      My thoughts exactly..

    • @jnels2007
      @jnels2007 6 років тому +8

      She definitely should. Tbh I was terrified by that story she told of her grandmother being twisted up barking like a dog. Then the boyfriend named Red in the red Cadillac, then coming back in a box 😳😳

  • @karlaperez-cordero4277
    @karlaperez-cordero4277 4 роки тому +28

    Goodness gracious this woman is such a gem!! I’ve been a fan since Living Single first came out in the 90’s and I was a 15 year old. She just exudes regalness, excellence, higher consciousness, and historical knowledge of her peoples! Just a brilliant mind, not to mention she’s beautiful!! I just love her!! This is the second time listening to this particular interview 😂

  • @MrsKRRJ
    @MrsKRRJ 6 років тому +524

    No college education and yet extremely intelligent, very well spoken, articulate, and all around black excellence. Loved this interview.

    • @nuknuknuk111
      @nuknuknuk111 6 років тому +2

      Kimberly Williams too bad she's married to a white man

    • @everydaydre1185
      @everydaydre1185 6 років тому +1

      Kimberly Williams there's many people like that

    • @everydaydre1185
      @everydaydre1185 6 років тому +1

      nuknuknuk111 I'm disappointed she banged on Cosby.

    • @kuntskinte2670
      @kuntskinte2670 6 років тому

      +S White lmaoooo.

    • @KrysDior
      @KrysDior 6 років тому +6

      I was shocked because you can’t tell at all. She’s very eloquent as you stated.

  • @gypsymoon474
    @gypsymoon474 6 років тому +132

    Yes these shows made black people see success is possible. I wanted to go to college because of A Different World and I wanted to have my own apartment and work because of Living Single!!

    • @quanstephens3875
      @quanstephens3875 5 років тому +1

      Just work or make having a career possible for black women

    • @sherryjellison
      @sherryjellison 5 років тому +4

      Yes, they were good examples. I wanted a career and hang with my professional friends because of Girlfriends 💕

  • @kingplaya
    @kingplaya 6 років тому +568

    “...With my homegirls standing to my left and my right. True blue, it's tight like glue.” 💯

    • @GoodFilms28
      @GoodFilms28 6 років тому +13

      King Playa TM Aw, that's what they said. I mumbled rapped that part.

    • @Mont3000
      @Mont3000 6 років тому +6

      Best intro ever.

    • @Mookiebetz
      @Mookiebetz 6 років тому +25

      "Keep ya head up, whaaaat? Keep ya head up, that's right!"

    • @t-roe421
      @t-roe421 6 років тому +13

      Shawn Whenever this life gets tough you gotta fight with it.

    • @cedrickcarson3201
      @cedrickcarson3201 6 років тому +2

      🐐

  • @dchris82
    @dchris82 4 роки тому +21

    Someone hire this woman! Damn! One of the most insightful Breakfast Club interviews! Sad part is Nene & RHOA overshadow everything. Max & Kyle educated positive black role models. The 90’s had so many powerful black shows; Living Single, Roc, etc. Ae took two giant steps backwards in the 2000’s with a few exceptions. Smh.

  • @TheRealityPlugg
    @TheRealityPlugg 6 років тому +126

    Black girl magic at its finest 💖💖

  • @litehaircompany4159
    @litehaircompany4159 6 років тому +169

    Lawd I'm so glad I watched this interview!! Erika brought the truth on all levels! She cleansed my pallet from all the filth I've been watching. Thank you Breakfast club!

    • @denisehunter7665
      @denisehunter7665 6 років тому

      Cha eric. This Is True 💕💕💕

    • @NoRemoteTV
      @NoRemoteTV 6 років тому +2

      Lol well said. It's a lot of filth on here that we feed off of. She truly is a breath of fresh air.

    • @Blackbeauty55555
      @Blackbeauty55555 11 місяців тому

      Couldn’t have said it better. I thoroughly enjoyed this interview. Definitely was much needed.

  • @dharkknight4747
    @dharkknight4747 6 років тому +125

    Isn't she just the Coolest person ever!

  • @Justin-gv6qw
    @Justin-gv6qw 4 роки тому +35

    The story about her family is definitely a movie I would watch

  • @BFields
    @BFields 6 років тому +529

    She is proof intelligence drive growth and success isn't defined or validate by a college degree...

    • @augustwilliams7750
      @augustwilliams7750 6 років тому +4

      Brave Fields Wow listening to her talk is really blessing and rebuilding my soul real talk

    • @shalondamartin6398
      @shalondamartin6398 6 років тому +5

      She's still very educated and had the determination to get where she went

    • @rjbmore
      @rjbmore 6 років тому +1

      Facts

    • @saviongilbert5262
      @saviongilbert5262 6 років тому +1

      💯

    • @lehighcountylwv5278
      @lehighcountylwv5278 6 років тому +3

      Erika went to a really good high school in Philadelphia.

  • @Write662
    @Write662 6 років тому +103

    This interview is like going to a family reunion and finally getting to talk to the Aunt your mom said was crazy, but is actually mad dope! I always wondered why I didn’t see her in more things. Can’t wait to see what projects she’s bringing forth. Most definitely will support. 🎉🎊👍🏾

  • @MrThekidisback
    @MrThekidisback 6 років тому +43

    This is interview was FLAWLESS from beginning to end. Classic interview by the Breakfast Club. Erika Alexander is super gorgeous, intelligent and beautiful.

  • @travisedgecombe7005
    @travisedgecombe7005 5 років тому +41

    This interview was very refreshing!!! She brought a respect in appearance that is lacking today.

  • @62leesh
    @62leesh 6 років тому +89

    I didn’t even realize how long this interview was since it was so enjoyable to listen to such a Class Act! Beautiful, Intellectual, and very AWARE.. 🤗😃

  • @officiallytera6831
    @officiallytera6831 6 років тому +50

    I had to pause to come say....she needs to write and film that whole bit about her witch grandma. That was a fascinating story!

  • @rebelwave100
    @rebelwave100 6 років тому +48

    This lady is so elegant and dignified, She speaks so well and carrys herself like royalty. you know when you see someone speak and your in awe of them as a whole not just their words. WOW. I feel lucky to have watched this.

  • @jamesi2306
    @jamesi2306 5 років тому +23

    This is one of the most interesting interviews I have seen on here! Erika is very well spoken! She has amazing wisdom as well! I wish this would have been longer!

  • @kinacollins3593
    @kinacollins3593 6 років тому +109

    I can listen to her speak all day. Very knowledgeable lady...

  • @godsson1860
    @godsson1860 6 років тому +343

    Her voice is so calming.... I could listen to her all day

    • @natashaclarke185
      @natashaclarke185 6 років тому +4

      Ask Xcel
      Said same thing she can be a narrator in a film

    • @godsson1860
      @godsson1860 6 років тому +1

      Natasha Clarke Indeed Natasha... Indeed

    • @ddf5878
      @ddf5878 6 років тому +3

      She should do Audible

    • @Sageboy13
      @Sageboy13 6 років тому +2

      Literally said the same thing, I’m looking for more interviews

  • @robinlight
    @robinlight 6 років тому +280

    Y'all do know Erica was in Get Out. She played the cop that didn't believe Rel.

    • @jojosmom8819
      @jojosmom8819 6 років тому +71

      Robin Light u know all us black folks screamed Look at Max in the theater😊

    • @georgethimakis4710
      @georgethimakis4710 6 років тому +12

      Jojos Mom no no im not black and that's what I yelled Granite I was raised in the hood lol

    • @andreww5574
      @andreww5574 6 років тому +8

      Great scene

    • @melissarosario6176
      @melissarosario6176 6 років тому +3

      Robin Light that is right

    • @yudahel8521
      @yudahel8521 6 років тому +11

      Jojos Mom
      That's damn sholl what I said, "Look at Maxine Shaw" lol

  • @MistressDay
    @MistressDay 5 років тому +69

    The story she's telling about her fathers childhood. I want to see stuff like that in a movie.

    • @honestly7393
      @honestly7393 3 роки тому +4

      Yeah, that's what she should write and put on screen!

  • @Dontcallmebruh
    @Dontcallmebruh 6 років тому +200

    She needs a book. She’s so articulate. I would READ TF OUT OF IT.

    • @wangee6880
      @wangee6880 6 років тому

      Lisa Ingram hey sweetheart are u on the gram

    • @musement7446
      @musement7446 6 років тому

      Lisa Ingram read tf out a book 🤔.. how you do that

    • @lorrainejoubertboutique18
      @lorrainejoubertboutique18 6 років тому

      Lisa Ingram front to back honey! Living single needs to just come on back anyways.

    • @Primeshazam
      @Primeshazam 6 років тому

      As would I.....very articulate.

  • @XOINTUITION
    @XOINTUITION 6 років тому +315

    Definitely one of the BEST INTERVIEWS EVER!

    • @already5912
      @already5912 6 років тому +1

      Hands down!!

    • @rob_cd
      @rob_cd 6 років тому

      Pink Scoop News absolutely!

    • @lynnsmyth7430
      @lynnsmyth7430 6 років тому

      Pink Scoop News It really is!!! I love her❤️

    • @MrPETEHAMMER
      @MrPETEHAMMER 6 років тому +2

      I actually forgot this was BC interview,this Sister is a Truly Beautiful Spirit!🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

    • @AtaensicMedia
      @AtaensicMedia 6 років тому

      Pink Scoop News everrrrrrrrrrrrrrr lol the Roxanne shante was amazing too tho...

  • @MrAquarius127
    @MrAquarius127 6 років тому +39

    She never went to college but she's very intelligent..... I respect her

  • @Eve_Y
    @Eve_Y 2 роки тому +8

    That’s why I loved watching ‘Girlfriends’, ‘Half and Half’ and ‘The Game’ in the mid 2000s. Will always support my people ✊🏽

  • @miagillespie3497
    @miagillespie3497 6 років тому +33

    This lady is legendary, i loved her as cousin Pam on the Cosby show she spiced it up, and the Maxine Shaw attorney at law, as the unfiltered and hilarious Maxine on "Living Single" Love, Love the 90's, it was a uplifting time for women of color.

  • @teefoxworth
    @teefoxworth 6 років тому +89

    Yes! Fascinating! Eloquent! Transparent! Enlightening! Articulate! Modest! Classy! Decorum! Royalty!

  • @angelamichelle6342
    @angelamichelle6342 6 років тому +34

    This is one of the BEST interviews. Wow she’s dropping gems

  • @hopeskies8710
    @hopeskies8710 11 місяців тому +4

    I could listen to her talk about her philosophy and life forever. I am grateful that she shared such personal stories...wow! What an amazing person.

  • @Cevensities
    @Cevensities 6 років тому +268

    Damn Erika still fyne 😍👅
    But her intelligence is her most attractive quality, hands down...

  • @NA-du5vm
    @NA-du5vm 6 років тому +96

    This woman looks exactly the same. Love her on Living Single.

  • @DailyLit35
    @DailyLit35 6 років тому +161

    Erika Alexander one of the BEST interviews I've seen on the Breakfast club. Very poised, knowledgeable. Her up bringing seems like it gave her determination and strength that made her the Woman that she has become...I applaud u.

  • @Penny_2000
    @Penny_2000 5 років тому +22

    One of the best interviews! So naturally into who she is! Very inspiring!

  • @Nicole14
    @Nicole14 6 років тому +498

    For black people "the past was painful, the present is precarious, and the future is free"......

    • @jilliemacks3867
      @jilliemacks3867 6 років тому +8

      N B Yes, that is fabulous...

    • @BlackBusyBody
      @BlackBusyBody 6 років тому +10

      N B I lived when she said that!

    • @girlinterrupted9792
      @girlinterrupted9792 6 років тому +4

      Gem💎

    • @effort111movement4
      @effort111movement4 6 років тому +4

      N B you caught that right another jewel

    • @candicelodree5055
      @candicelodree5055 6 років тому +4

      N B I literally played that part of the interview 10 times just to hear her say it over and over again! Powerful!

  • @ashleyhw4388
    @ashleyhw4388 6 років тому +136

    She looks great. She looks like we’re still in 1998. She hasn’t aged a bit. She’s gorgeous!

    • @kingmorgan9488
      @kingmorgan9488 6 років тому

      Ashley HW the show living single actually aired in 1992

    • @beverlyb2564
      @beverlyb2564 6 років тому

      Ashley HW and she's almost 50!

    • @indiamoore7408
      @indiamoore7408 6 років тому +1

      Beautiful I've always loved this woman

  • @kiag1531
    @kiag1531 6 років тому +285

    Well spoken, gorgeous,not showing her breast, not wearing blonde hair, not cursing. My young sistas pay attention!!

    • @sherondariley4224
      @sherondariley4224 6 років тому +8

      kia golphin i agree!! With everything u said!!!

    • @taylordowning2533
      @taylordowning2533 6 років тому +3

      kia golphin She is beautiful and well spoken.

    • @NaturalElicia
      @NaturalElicia 6 років тому +3

      kia golphin yes thank God!!!

    • @Michelle-pn9xt
      @Michelle-pn9xt 6 років тому +6

      What does hair color have to do with anything? Women can have any hair color that they want to have!

    • @kyrathedestroyer_
      @kyrathedestroyer_ 6 років тому +5

      What does any of this have to do with her being well spoken. You can be well spoken and still have all these qualities. Black people are so hell bent on respectability politics but forget the fact that it was the loud outspoken and “ghetto” black people that help get us to a different place.

  • @arlenemuhammad9853
    @arlenemuhammad9853 5 років тому +20

    I'm glad I saw this interview. Erika Alexander is a class act.

  • @scorpionmish
    @scorpionmish 6 років тому +776

    Ride the Maverick! Living Single was everything! So glad that Hulu is streaming that show. And RIP to Rita Owens 🙏🏾

    • @rightnearthebeach
      @rightnearthebeach 6 років тому +6

      Misha C. Had to google who that was. Thought it was Regine 😂😂😂

    • @L2Bee901
      @L2Bee901 6 років тому +2

      Misha C. One of my favorite episodes lol

    • @vodavoom
      @vodavoom 6 років тому

      Misha C. Man idk she passed

    • @scorpionmish
      @scorpionmish 6 років тому +9

      She passed yesterday... And Queen Latifa's birthday was just this past Sunday

    • @ms.ijuswannaballli7625
      @ms.ijuswannaballli7625 6 років тому +9

      Lmaooo When i say ride the Maverick i mean it

  • @JustXavier
    @JustXavier 6 років тому +285

    Erika Alexander is a captivating speaker.

    • @taharqa332
      @taharqa332 6 років тому +4

      Me Xavier She pulls you in!

    • @JustXavier
      @JustXavier 6 років тому +3

      Mansa Musa right? She speaks like a wise elder.

  • @izziebella832
    @izziebella832 6 років тому +70

    Such an interesting and intriguing interview. By far one of my favs! I almost felt like I didn’t blink once LOL Her intellect is captivating. Everyone did a good job at engaging her and you can tell they were interested in what she had to say..loved this 🙌🏾

  • @plantsforlife1120
    @plantsforlife1120 6 років тому +9

    Beautiful, eloquent, educated, and exceptionally well spoken woman. Simply put, THIS is a Queen. Continued success Erika Alexander.🌸

  • @GreenerPasturesoverhere
    @GreenerPasturesoverhere 6 років тому +62

    As a Pastor, this interview shows me even more than I thought I already knew, the importance of integrity in the pulpit. People's eternity is in your hands.

  • @vino1954
    @vino1954 6 років тому +178

    she needs to write a book her story is fascinating and deep.

    • @officiallytera6831
      @officiallytera6831 6 років тому +3

      vincent conway yes! Especially everything concerning her family and upbringing. Like some Eve's Bayou type of stuff. Lol

  • @onyxx.monopoly
    @onyxx.monopoly 6 років тому +57

    The respect she was given!!! Yazzz Queen! I love her so much! She is the poster child for "Black Dont Crack!"

  • @kg7032
    @kg7032 3 роки тому +5

    I LOVE MAX!! This interview is a must see for all African Americans. Her wisdom and her knowledge is priceless. Her honesty is refreshing. She is very humble, open, and transparent; something that many celebrities are not because they fear losing money and support, but she is REAL!!

  • @vanessasmith5280
    @vanessasmith5280 6 років тому +63

    I could listen to her storytelling all week long and still wouldn't get enough she's a very interesting human being🤗

  • @ShutterSpeedGaming
    @ShutterSpeedGaming 6 років тому +125

    She speaks with such eloquence and grace. ^__^ One of the best interviews this year! Hollywood need to stop playing games and give her the screen time she deserves. Anything she do I'm supporting it.

  • @YauriSKellyDalencour
    @YauriSKellyDalencour 6 років тому +49

    Wow! What a powerful interview. She covered so much. What a gifted and well read person and beautiful person

  • @amenahking7863
    @amenahking7863 4 роки тому +4

    One of THE best interviews anywhere. This goes to show that you can do anything regardless of your circumstances. Her upbringing was tough and even her successful times were difficult but she is still pushing forward and being an inspiration for all of us. I admire her strength and intelligence. This was definitely a satisfying experience.

  • @malkiabenzy
    @malkiabenzy 6 років тому +144

    She still looks as young as Living Single

  • @shactrack
    @shactrack 6 років тому +93

    YOOOOOO!!!! Erika is a QUEEN!!!! She hasn't aged a bit!!! She is so poised and elegant and it was so good to learn a lot of the behind the scenes of her life and the industry that helped me make sense of the past and the present! We often don't realize how much racism and prejudice is baked into the system. We've got to know positive black representation matters and we must support ppl like Erica who understand this!!! I don't have time for black foolery...no mam Pam! This had to be one of TBC's best interviews...I didn't even watch it on double speed! Do more of these because she is one of our black female trailblazers that even prepared the way for some of the "new Black female leads" she speaks of. Yes we will continue to support you and shoot to embrace more of Black Excellence like you! God bless you Erica!!!

  • @SheisSavRichardss
    @SheisSavRichardss 6 років тому +38

    i never realize her voice is so soft and smooth.

  • @pharnefarious
    @pharnefarious 6 років тому +15

    This interview revitalized my soul just a bit. Thank you Erika

  • @GlenSoul1
    @GlenSoul1 6 років тому +208

    One of the best interviewees ever!
    Erika Alexander is a beautiful, classy and regal woman.

  • @delorasledge2492
    @delorasledge2492 6 років тому +35

    I'm in love with her personality - just sharing and honest at a compassionate level. Very nice.

  • @crownvicbrian7242
    @crownvicbrian7242 6 років тому +104

    We need a living single reboot I watch it every weekend on tvone

  • @rehemankisi3551
    @rehemankisi3551 6 років тому +3

    This sister is absolutely beautiful. I love her. Her sweet and critical thinking mind. her depth of African/Black Love. She is simply beautiful. i appreciate her and i appreciate you all for bringing real folk and real questions to us. more to you and from you. give thanks.