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Black America Web
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Blocked ‘Bang, Bang, Bang!' Blessings: Marlon Wayans Alleges NBC Rejected ‘The Wayans Bros.' Because John Witherspoon's Pops Was ‘Too Ghetto'
Marlon Wayans recently alleged that if it were up to NBC, The Wayans Bros. never would've had one of the most iconic characters, John Witherspoon's Pops. The gag is… network execs wanted someone like Danny Glover instead. Source: Ethan Miller/Earl Gibson III / Getty Imagine the beloved sitcom without its biggest scene-stealer! On the latest episode of Baby, This Is Keke Palmer , Marlon shared that NBC allegedly tried to yeet Mr. 'Yitadee' himself, John Witherspoon. 'We didn't make it to NBC. We did a table reading, and they thought [Witherspoon's character] was too ghetto. And they wanted us to have a different father…like a Danny Glover type, and we was like, 'No,'' Wayans recalled. NBC had a lot of power in the era of hit shows like ER and Friends , the Him actor and his big brother Shawn weren't new to this. The silly siblings had their own track record of success as movie stars and network TV veterans of a historic comedy show. In Living Color was such a breakout hit that it created the Super Bowl Halftime Show as we know it and solidified Fox's status as the fourth major broadcast network. The same dynasty behind stars like Jim Carrey and Jamie Foxx knows comedic gold when they see it. 'It's the flavor of the show. We was like, 'It's John Witherspoon or it's not.' … We ain't going to do the show. And they was like, 'Well, negro, you're not doing the show,'' he continued. A legend like Danny Glover was tempting, but Wayans and his team refused to fumble the Friday star's unmatched energy for respectability politics. Fortunately, the WB understood the assignment. 'We was like 'Wait, hold on, Danny Glover, you say?' But then, the WB was starting, and it was like, 'I think that's a great combination.' So, everything is God. One man's trash is another man's treasure, and it's not about the doors that close; it's the ones that open up,' Wayans said. The show went forward as planned, starring Witherspoon as the Pops we know and love. The series premiered on the WB in January 1995, with its fifth and final season ending in May 1999. Witherspoon passed away from a heart attack in 2019 at 77 years old. Wayans went on to discuss dealing with grief, starring in the next Jordan Peele film, his Wild Child tour, and the upcoming return of the horror spoof franchise with Scary Movie 6 . Check out Marlon's full interview on Baby, This Is Keke Palmer below. The post Blocked 'Bang, Bang, Bang!' Blessings: Marlon Wayans Alleges NBC Rejected 'The Wayans Bros.' Because John Witherspoon's Pops Was 'Too Ghetto' appeared first on Bossip. SEE ALSO Blocked 'Bang, Bang, Bang!' Blessings: Marlon Wayans Alleges NBC Rejected 'The Wayans Bros.' Because John Witherspoon's Pops Was 'Too Ghetto' was originally published on
Mint
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Oops! Jennifer Lopez faces outfit mishap mid-performance: ‘Glad I had underwear on'; netizens ask 'Is that on purpose'
Jennifer Lopez took a lighthearted approach to a wardrobe mishap during her performance in Warsaw, Poland, on Friday. After her silver fringe skirt slipped down, she said she was glad to have underwear on. The 'On the Floor' singer laughed off the incident and carried on with the show like a pro. Netizens ask whether it was done on purpose. The pop star let out a surprised gasp as she tried to catch her skirt before it fell to the floor. She quickly regained her composure, confidently continuing her performance in just green high-waisted briefs, a sparkling green bra, long matching gloves, and sheer tights. She quipped to the audience, stating, 'I'm here in my underwear". As the band began singing 'Happy Birthday' to celebrate Jennifer Lopez turning 56 on Thursday, one of her backup dancers stepped in to help reattach her skirt. When the skirt refused to stay on, Lopez decided to take it off completely and playfully tossed it into the crowd. Laughing about the moment, she told the audience, "I'm glad that they reinforced that costume. And I'm glad I had underwear on. I don't usually wear underwear.' One of the users said, 'I used to like her so much 25 years ago.' Another remarked, 'Seems like it was on purpose'. 'Even after a successful career in entertainment, she craves attention so badly that she is empty inside when she doesn't have it', 'She is better looking than Madonna but still it's getting creepy', 'Is that on purpose' were some other comments made. Others reacted saying, 'Damn she presents much younger and firmer than 56", "I don't like her politics. But she looks GOOD', 'Looks rehearsed and intentional', 'That was all planned. Please', 'Not a malfunction. Seriously cringe, though'. Jennifer Lopez, often referred to as is a multi-talented American singer, actress, dancer, and businesswoman. She first became popular as a dancer on the TV show 'In Living Color' before transitioning into acting, where she earned acclaim for her breakout role in the biopic Selena. Lopez later became a global music star with chart-topping hits like 'If You Had My Love,' 'Jenny from the Block". Beyond entertainment, she has built a fashion and beauty empire with her brand JLo Beauty and also leads a production company, Nuyorican Productions. In her personal life, she has been in the spotlight for high-profile relationships. She got divorced to Ben Affleck after two years of marriage.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth Suffer Devastating Loss After Daughter's College Graduation
Good Morning America host George Stephanopoulos' wife, Ali Wentworth, opened up about a devastating loss that her family suffered after celebrating their daughter's college graduation. 'I lost my longtime companion. The greatest dog and integral part of our family,' Ali, 60, captioned a montage of photos shared on Instagram on Wednesday, May 28. 'He once swam after a giant Elk in a pond. Ate a whole bottle of melatonin and felt nothing. Always devoured all the candy in our Christmas stockings. Slept at the foot of our bed and dreamt running in place. He loved every species. Especially humans. Kissed and cuddled everyone that came through our door. Cooper was unconditionally adored by all.' 'I will miss him with all my heart. See you on the other side, Coop! We still have many squirrels to chase….' the post concluded. Several of her celebrity friends left supportive comments and condolences underneath the post. 'Cooper helped me rescue that gull on the beach during one of our many beach walks... The bestest boy!!!!' Beth Ostrosky Stern commented on the post. 'A special kind of heartbreak,' Jennifer Garner wrote with a red heartbroken emoji. 'Aww. I loved him. So sorry honey!' Sean Hayes said. 'Oh no Ali. I'm so sorry,' Julianne Moore said. 'Sending you all love! They are truly the most heart expanding gift we are blessed to share our life with!' Demi Moore said. In a second Instagram post, Ali shared another montage of photos of Cooper spending time with the family before his death. The comedian shares kids Elliott, 21, and Harper, 19, with George, 64. The posts about the beloved family pet came just days after Ali and George celebrated Elliott's college graduation in a series of posts on Instagram. 'She did it! Happy graduation to an incredible human being who has her father's brain and my legs. And if it was the other way around- she'd be screwed. Proud parents! All our children deserve an education!' Ali wrote on Instagram on Sunday, May 25, featuring photos of her daughter on her big day. George also shared some photos with his college graduate over on his Instagram page, writing, 'We have a college graduate!!! Congratulations to Elliott, and to the entire class of 2025. We love you and are so proud of you, E!' During an episode of GMA on Monday, May 26, George opened up about his daughter's big accomplishment. "Elliott had a great weekend. She graduated from Brown on Sunday," the dad of two said during the show. "She was all smiles all weekend long and we are so proud of her." Back in August 2023, Ali reflected on dropping Harper off at college and becoming empty nesters. "We dropped our baby off at college. Everyone is saying 'she's ready to launch'! But… I don't think I'm ready!' the In Living Color alum wrote on Instagram along with a photo of her and her husband holding hands. 'I don't want to stop making pasta with vodka sauce, picking up wet towels, cuddling up to her familiar scent. As Joni Mitchell once wrote- 'the bed's too big, the frying pan too wide'. I know our daughter will thrive. But man, it's brutal on the parents. If you feel inclined- please send me baked goods. I'll be under my covers.'
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jennifer Lopez net worth: Here's how much the AMAs host is worth
Los Angeles, May 25 (IANS) Singer-actress Jennifer Lopez is looking back at her illustrious career, and feels extremely "proud" of the same. Let's talk about Jennifer Lopez for a sec, because seriously, is there anything she hasn't done? JLo's been a total force in the entertainment world for decades now. Singer, dancer, actress, fashion icon, business mogul, you name it, she's crushed it. And if you've ever wondered how much all that hustle has added up to, spoiler alert: it's a lot. So, what's Jennifer Lopez actually worth? Born and raised in the Bronx, New York, Jennifer was all about performing from the start. She kicked things off as a dancer (remember In Living Color?), then quickly moved into acting. Her big break? The lead role in Selena, and let's be honest, she killed it. That movie didn't just make her a star, it also opened a ton of doors in Hollywood. Since then, she's headlined everything from rom-coms like The Wedding Planner to more intense roles like in Enough. Every role added a nice chunk of change to her growing bank account. But acting is only one part of her empire. Let's not forget JLo the pop star. Her music career totally blew up in the late '90s and early 2000s. Songs like If You Had My Love, Love Don't Cost a Thing, and Waiting for Tonight were massive hits, and those tracks (plus the albums, tours, and streaming royalties) brought in serious money. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo And let's be real, her live performances are iconic. She dances, she sings, she lights up the stage. That kind of energy sells out arenas and racks up millions. JLo is also a super smart businesswoman She didn't just stop at music and movies. Nope. She launched a fragrance line, remember Glow by JLo? It basically started the whole celebrity perfume trend. That line alone has made over $2 billion since 2012. Wild, right? And then there's JLo Beauty, her skincare brand, which pulled in over $75 million in sales just in 2022. She knows what sells, and more importantly, she knows how to sell herself as a brand. Jennifer owns some seriously stunning homes, like a $61 million Beverly Hills mansion, an $8.6 million estate in the Hamptons, and other luxe properties in Miami, LA, and NYC. Her total real estate portfolio is worth around $97 million. And of course, she's got a killer car collection too, think Rolls-Royces and more, worth another $1.5 million or so. Put all that together—movies, music, businesses, properties, and endorsements—and JLo's estimated net worth lands around $400 million. What's even more impressive is how she keeps it all going. Jennifer never stops. She's constantly reinventing herself, trying new things, and staying so relevant in an industry that moves fast. Whether she's headlining the Super Bowl, hosting the AMAs, or dropping a new skincare product, she shows up and delivers every single time. And that's kind of the secret to her success. Sure, she's insanely talented, but she's also smart, driven, and not afraid to take risks. She's built an empire by being true to herself and never settling for less.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
After All the Trouble He's Caused, Where Has Elon Musk Been Hiding?
Has anyone seen Elon Musk these days? What's he been up to? Because Musk (really, his money) was part of the reason Donald Trump won the presidency. In the run up to the election, the South African billionaire donated close to $300 million to the Republican presidential campaign. For this, it seems like Trump gave Musk carte blanche to recreate the U.S. Government in his (extremely scary) image. But now...? We aren't hearing much about Musk as we head into the summer. So, let's look into it. When President Trump took office, one of the first things he did was create the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) and placed Musk in charge of it. With this newfound power, Musk went on a rampage. He terminated over 100,000 government employees by either forcing them to take buyouts or outright firing them. He is responsible for ending contracts for programs related to climate change, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, environmental protection, international aid, and science research. Musk was so active and visible in the President's first few months in office, that it inspired TIME to put him behind the Resolute Desk on the cover of one of its magazines. Just a few months ago, it seemed like Musk was everywhere. He gave a huge speech when Trump was inaugurated. (And did what still feels like a Nazi salute.) He had his kid playing in the Oval Office while talking to the media. He gave interview after interview to the media. But now he is nowhere to be seen. It seems like my man just dropped off the face of the Earth. No one seems to know what happened to him. But it is clear what's going on. In Wisconsin, Justice Ann Walsh Bradley, a long-time judge on the state's Supreme Court, retired opening the door for an election. Susan Crawford, a liberal, faced off against Brad Schimel, a conservative. This would have not been a notable race, but Musk took an interest in the race because he wanted to turn this liberal leaning court into a conservative one. So he sunk millions into the campaign for the conservative thinking he could influence the outcome of the election. He did not. Well, on second thought, he did. Just not the way Musk wanted. Voters found Musk's attempt to buy the election distasteful. Those who opposed him mounted a campaign entitled 'People Vs. Musk' and defeated the candidate he supported by 10 percentage points. If you think Kamala Harris got mollywhopped by Trump, then this would be the political equivalent of what Homey the Clown used to do on In Living Color. After that, Musk got quiet. He was not talking to the media anymore. He was not trying to influence elections like he once was. Now, seven weeks after that embarrassing defeat, he has announced that he will step away from political spending. Saying, 'I've done enough.' Good riddance. Dude can kick rocks. One less white nationalist leaning billionaire to worry about. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
