I loved interviewing one third of Destiny's Child at the Merge Summit. Michelle Williams was full of love and light at the event. One day I hope to sit down with her. She always seems to have good positive energy. Check out our quick red carpet conversation below.
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I interviewed gospel singer Jessica Reedy at The Merge Summit in LA. You may remember her from BET's Sunday Best show. I love her voice and even got her to sing a few bars of a song she wrote during our interview. Forgive the part where the spirit took over me and I jumped in for a duet. Sometimes when people sing so good you just want to join them. Jessica was dropping some knowledge in this red carpet conversation that I think anyone can relate to and learn from. She talks about God's favor, growth and making mistakes. Watch below.
Yesterday, I sat down for a Studio Q interview with Writer/Director/Producer and Playwright extraordinaire Don B. Welch, to talk about the film adaptation of his popular inspirational stage play, The Lost Souls Café, which premieres on TV One Easter Sunday, April 16 at 6 p.m. ET. Actors Loretta Devine, Christian Keyes and Kiki Haynes star in this explosive musical drama about family, friends, corruption and redemption.
In the film, former ‘70s songstress Geneva Branch (Loretta Devine) is the proprietor of a restaurant lounge specializing in live soul music for the upscale, affluent crowd. When Branch learns that her nephew Taylor’s (Christian Keyes) gambling problem has put the restaurant in jeopardy, she is nearly undone. Determined to make things right, Taylor tries to find a way to save the business.
“This particular character of Geneva is attractive and desirable and doesn’t have to be a size 2 to be considered sexy,” said Welch. “Loretta knows that when I write something with her in mind it is going to be fun and challenging and something that she’s never played before. I see Loretta as a chameleon and there is not a role that she can’t play. I don't think anyone works more than Loretta.”
Having fun with Don B. Welch
Don's stage production of this film has toured the country, generating acclaim from critics and fans alike. In Los Angeles the legendary Stevie Wonder was so moved that he took to the stage for an impromptu musical performance, to the surprise of the audience and cast.
The ensemble cast includes Todd Anthony, Crystal P. Bazemore and Malika Blessing. Additionally, the film features a special appearance by soul crooner MAJOR to perform his hit single, “This Is Why I Love You.”
Check out my chat with Don about the The Lost Souls Café below and stay tuned for my full Studio Q interview with him coming soon! It's one you don't want to miss. Make sure you watch or DVR The Lost Souls Café on TV One Easter Sunday, April 16 at 6 p.m. ET.
I interviewed Deitrick Haddon on the red carpet of the Merge Summit in Los Angeles.n We talked about his music and his reality show "Preachers of LA" which aired on the Oxygen network. Check out our conversation below.
I interviewed singer B. Slade on the red carpet of Divas Simply Singing. We talked about his music and working with some of the greats including Faith Evans, Chaka Khan, and more. I even got him to sing a little something something. I always love when that happens. Check out our conversation below.
I interviewed MC Lyte at Xenlounge in Los Angeles. It was at a special screening for Lil Mama who starred as 'Left Eye' in Crazy Sexy Cool: The TLC story on VH1. MC Lyte was the one who actually helped Lil mama get an audition for the role. Check out our conversation about Lil mama's acting performance. Watch below.
I first interviewed Sheléa Frazier after I saw her do an amazing tribute to Whitney Houston live at The Grammy Museum along with Narada Michael Walden. Since then she has sang on so many amazing stages for and with some of music's biggest legends. Check out my conversation on the red carpet of Divas Simply Singing. Watch below.
I interviewed comedian Luenell on the red carpet of Sheryl Lee Ralph's Divas Simply Singing which supports HIV/AIDS awareness. We talked about how the disease has touched her life personally. Check out my conversation with Luenell below.
I interviewed Shondrella Avery at a charity bowling event she founded to benefit Sickle Cell Disease. She teamed up with Mixed Chicks for a worthy cause. Check out my interview with Shondrella and all the celebrities who came out to support this event.
I interviewed gospel superstar VaShawn Mitchell on the red carpet of Sheryl Lee Ralph's annual charity event 'Divas Simply Singing.' We talked about his music, Tasha Cobb and supporting the event. Watch our conversation below.
I interviewed Carolyn Malachi at the 23rd annual Divas Simply Singing event. Carolyn Malachi is an artist who went from making music on her lunch break to playing the Kennedy Center in two years flat. Check out our red carpet conversation about the HIV/AIDS charity event. Watch below.
I interviewed Michael Boatman on the red carpet of the charity event 'Divas Simply Singing.' We talked about how different his roles were on 'Spin City' and 'Instant Mom.' Check out our conversation below.
I interviewed LaTonya Holmes on the red carpet of the Divas Simply Singing charity event. We talked about her new music and why it is so important to come out and support important causes like HIV/Aids awareness. Watch our conversation below.
I interviewed Maronzio Vance of TV Land's 'Lopez" show and among the many things we discussed his love of comic books and animation was right at the top of the list. In my research for our interview I discovered that he had worked on the popular show "The Boondocks" which was created by Aaron McGruder. Watch Maronzio talk about how he worked on the show but never received credit.
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Recently, I interviewed comedian Maronzio Vance of TV Land's "Lopez." We covered a wide range of topics in our conversation including politics. Watch Maronzio share why he thinks America voted for Donald Trump and Hillary lost the election. Press play below.
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Recently, I interviewed comedian/actor Maronzio Vance of TV Land's "Lopez" show. I love talking to comedians because they always have funny stories to share and Maronzio was no different. He talked about having beef with Diddy and the black gossip site, Bossip which dated back to 2008. There's nothing better than a Diddy story told by a comedian. Watch below!
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Below are the original videos that Maronzio made back in 2008. They are entitled Puffy Poison I II and III. Check them out below.
One of the main reasons I love interviewing people is that you have the opportunity to be inspired by their backstory. No one just arrived at the top. We all have ups and downs on the way to any dream or goal. In my interview with comedian Maronzio Vance of TV Land's show "Lopez" he revealed that he was homeless and carless for a time in LA. You cannot help but be motivated to stay on your grind after hearing Maronzio's story. He let nothing stop him from staying on his path. If this doesn't inspire you to stay on your hustle I don't know what will. Watch below.
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I interviewed comedian Maronzio Vance who co-stars in "Lopez" on TV Land. We talked about rapper Lil Yachty making an appearance in one of the upcoming episodes this season. Watch how Maronzio talked about Lil Yachty carried around a gucci dressed fake baby doll that must be acknowledged by everyone around. You must hear him tell the story. Watch below.
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