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17-05-2025
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Marlon Wayans vows to be an 'equal-opportunity offender' in 'Scary Movie' comeback
FIRST ON FOX: When Marlon Wayans announced that a new "Scary Movie" was being made, fans were thrilled yet nervous that the franchise would lose the edginess it had in the early 2000s. Wayans quickly put those fears to rest in a new interview. The "Scary Movie" films are politically incorrect parodies of some of the most iconic horror movies in recent years. The likes of "Scream," "I Know What You Did Last Summer" and "The Ring" were a few brutally skewered by the "Scary Movie" cast. The films featured disability humor, jokes about race, body image and much more. Wayans, who played Shorty Meeks in the first "Scary Movie" and its 2001 sequel, was pumped about the series returning. "After nearly 20 years, the Wayans brothers are finally going to give the fans what they've been asking for… a return to the SCARY MOVIE franchise!" he wrote on X in the announcement last October. "We're looking forward to having fun on the big screen again." Comedian Marlon Wayans Rejects Cancel Culture, Says It Only Exists 'In Society's Mind' "Please don't go woke," was the common refrain from fans cautiously excited about the franchise returning. Read On The Fox News App No need to fret, according to Wayans. "Well the Wayans, we were always woke-ish," Wayans told Fox News Digital. "You have to pull from woke because that means you're aware, right? And you have, but you have to be an equal-opportunity offender and you gotta be, you know, you gotta explore both sides. So for us, I'm not taking a side or taking a side of comedy. So I don't even know what woke means." He analyzed the rest of his comedic work in the context of wokeness. "You know, if you call 'In Living Color' a woke show, but it was absolutely hilarious," he continued. "'White Chicks' was kind of a woke movie, but it was absolutely hilarious. We take these things and we go – 'Don't Be A Menace' was a very woke movie. But when it comes to humor, it's not about woke. It's about you explore the woke to find the humor, just as the way you explore the blind to find the humor. You know, there's humor everywhere. And I think they're saying, don't be PG or PC. You know, there's no holds barred. Take your gloves off and F us up. That's what we're gonna do. Everybody gets it." 'White Chicks' Star Marlon Wayans Pushes Back On Cancel Culture, Vows To Never Self-censor As for what recent horror movies he's hoping to poke fun at in the next "Scary Movie," Wayans said, "Everything's on the table." And he said there's plenty of solid material to pick from. "Especially when it comes to horror, there's been a – that genre has been flourishing," he said. "I think you know I feel like the synapse that we're having, we're about to enter a whole new era, you know, the platinum era of filmmaking. I think when things die down, is because you know you need to find that new well of creativity and that new up-and-coming talent and the old talent that has new ideas that knows how to execute. And they just bring it to a whole 'nother level and that's what I'm looking forward to, man." The actor said he's hoping to have some good news for fans wanting to see the original cast back in action. "You know, we're trying to bring the band back together," he responded. "We'll see. I can't make no promises. But, you know, if we've talked to everybody we're looking to have a nice, fun, 'Scary' reunion." 'Airplane! And 'Scary Movie' Director Rips Cancel Culture In Comedy: 'We Don't Want To Try To Educate' The Wayans' family's "no holds barred" humor was evident in another early 2000s classic, "White Chicks." While Marlon noted that people have tried to "cancel" him and his brother Shawn for years for starring in the film, he challenged those critics by pointing out which demographic most enjoyed the movie. "Every time we bring a Wayans project, we're always gonna have that flavor," he told Fox News Digital. "That's just who we are. We're equal opportunity offenders, no holds barred. And we have fun and we go dark, but with kids' gloves. And the whole purpose is not to hurt feelings, it's to actually make people laugh. And even the people that, and our thing is, we try to make the people that we make fun of laugh the loudest. 'Cause flattery is the greatest form of mockery. I mean mockery is the greatest form of flattery." "And so, they've been trying to – the internet or whatever and trying to cancel us for 'White Chicks' forever, but you can't," he added. "You know why? You know who loves 'White Chicks' the most? White chicks. So we told the joke the right way. And that's just how we do our family humor." Wayans is currently on his 'Wild Child' tour, stopping in major cities across the country. Fans can get tickets at He also has a comedy special, "Good Grief," currently streaming on Amazon article source: Marlon Wayans vows to be an 'equal-opportunity offender' in 'Scary Movie' comeback
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02-05-2025
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Marlon Wayans says he went from 'denial to complete acceptance' when his son came out as trans
Welcome to our weekly dose of Queer Joy—because PRIDE isn't just for June! This is the first in a series celebrating the voices, moments, and people that make us smile. Queer joy is a radical act, so join us each week for more stories that uplift, resist, and shine. Marlon Wayans should be winning a Father of the Year award after opening up about his 'complete acceptance' of his trans son Kai. This week, the White Chicks star appeared on the IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson podcast alongside his brother Damon Wayans. Toward the end of the April 30 episode, Wayans talked about his son's transition and the way it changed his thinking. "Their transition taught me what real, unconditional love was. When they went through the transition, I actually went through the transition,' the 52-year-old comedian said, per Buzzfeed. 'I went from denial to complete acceptance, and it took me a week to get there.' Wayans said that judging your child for who they are is a 'poor reflection on you' and isn't your place. "What I've learned as a parent is that for you to stop loving your child because of their choice and their life, that's a poor reflection on you. When there's people that go, 'I'm not going to associate with you because you do that,' or 'This is against God,' it's like, listen, I'm not here to judge. I'm not God. Only God can judge,' he explained. But if God were to judge his son, Wayans said he'd just sneak Kai in the back. 'If that's a mistake and we get to heaven and God don't let my child in, I'm going to shave a beard and sneak them in through the back.' See on Instagram Wayans is also unbothered by anyone who stops being a fan of his after learning about his trans son. "I'm going to love my baby," Marlon continued. "I'm a father. I'm always going to defend them. I'm always going to protect them. I'm always going to protect them. There's nothing anybody could ever tell me. I could lose I lost people who are small-minded, small-hearted, and self-loathing, so goodbye. For every one I lose, I gain 150 more.' Wayans first opened up about Kai's transition back in 2023, and since then, he has proven himself to be an LGBTQ+ ally and fierce defender of his trans son. He has spoken openly about his love for his son on The Breakfast Club, on social media, and in a comedy special where he talked about Kai coming out as trans. Earlier this year, he also got into a heated fight on X (formerly Twitter) with Soulja Boy, where he epically shut down the rapper after he made a series of homophobic and transphobic comments. The father of three admitted that right after Kai came out as trans, he struggled to get their pronouns correct (Kai goes by they/them) and use their new name, but working to get it right is about respect. "That's what they want and that's their wishes, respect their wishes,' he said. 'I know that the same child is in there. They're brilliant. And that's all that I really care about — they're kindhearted, they're really funny, they have a great sense of humor, and extremely are the things I'm proud of.' For Wayans, the most important thing is whether or not his kids are good people. "Are you a good person? I don't care about your sexuality, and all of these other things, your gender, your associations, I care that you are a good-hearted person,' he explained.
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23-04-2025
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Damon Wayans Reacts To ‘Poppa's House' Cancellation: 'Such A Beautiful Journey'
Damon Wayans has penned a heartfelt thank you to cast, creatives and crew of Poppa's House, following news of its cancellation Tuesday after one season on CBS. 'Creating poppas house was such a beautiful journey,' Wayans wrote in a post on Instagram alongside a cast photo (you can see below). 'My heart is full as I say thank you to every single person who made Poppa's House such a meaningful experience. To the incredible cast you brought so much heart, soul, and joy to every scene. It was an absolute honor to share the screen with you and create something special together. To the writers, producers, directors, and the entire crew you were the heartbeat of this show. Thank you for your dedication, your passion, and for showing up every day with love and commitment. You made the set feel like home. More from Deadline 'Poppa's House' Canceled By CBS After One Season 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery 'The Equalizer', 'The Neighborhood', 2 'FBI's & 'S.W.A.T.' (Again) Among CBS Series That Didn't Get Early Renewals - Are They In Danger? 'A very special thank you to my son, Damon Jr. working beside you has been one of the greatest joys of my life,' he continued. 'And to my incredible family, siblings, children and grandchildren, nieces and nephews, who showed up as writers, guest stars, and creative forces you made this journey even more meaningful. It's such a blessing to have so much love on one set and to be able to create and laugh with family and friends. 'Though Poppa's House is coming to a close, I'm walking away with deep gratitude, lifelong friendships, and unforgettable memories. This show gave me more than I could've ever imagined. 'To everyone who watched, supported, and believed in us thank you. Your love means everything. On to the next chapter, with nothing but love in my heart.❤️' Essence Atkins, who played Ivy on the show, shared Wayans Sr.'s post on her Instagram story, with the caption '#grateful'. In Poppa's House, Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. star as father and son opposite Essence Atkins and Tetona Jackson. Wayans Sr. portrays the legendary talk radio host and happily divorced 'Poppa,' who has his point of view challenged at work when a new female co-host is hired. His home life is no better, as the patriarch of the family finds himself still parenting his adult son, a brilliant dreamer who is trying to pursue his passion while being a responsible father and husband. Dean Lorey, Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr. executive produced for CBS Studios. View this post on Instagram A post shared by damonkwayans (@damonkwayans) Best of Deadline 2025-26 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Tonys, Emmys, Oscars & More 'The Last Of Us': Differences Between HBO Series & Video Game Across Seasons 1 And 2 'Ransom Canyon' Book Vs. Show Differences: From Quinn & Staten's Love Story To Yancy Grey's Plot
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22-04-2025
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Poppa's House Among 2 Cancellations at CBS
Poppa's House is locking its doors for good: CBS has cancelled the Wayans family's sitcom after just one season, TVLine has learned. The series follows 'legendary talk radio host and happily divorced Poppa (Damon Wayans Sr.) [who] has his point of view challenged at work when a new female co-host is hired,' reads the official description. At home, he finds himself still parenting his adult son (Damon Wayans Jr.), 'a brilliant dreamer who is trying to pursue his passion while being a responsible father and husband.' More from TVLine Matthew Gray Gubler's Einstein, Harriet Dyer's DMV Comedy Ordered at CBS Tom Ellis to Lead FBI/CIA Team-Up Spinoff Ordered at CBS Sam Hanna's NCIS Visit Brought Several NCIS: LA Updates - Including the Latest on Hetty! Essence Atkins (Half & Half), Tetona Jackson (Home Economics) and Geoffrey Owens (The Cosby Show) co-star. Poppa's House Season 1 is averaging shy of 4.1 million viewers (with delayed playback), delivering just 70% retention out of The Neighborhood whereas Bob Hearts Abishola last year enjoyed 94%. It stands as CBS' least-watched scripted program of the 2024-25 TV season. Which Bubble Shows Do You Want Saved? Vote! View List The Eye Network has also cancelled reality competition series The Summit after just one season. The show follows a group of contestants as they attempt to climb a mountain, overcoming treacherous physical obstacles along the way, and navigating a mental and social game as well. The Summit Season 1 averaged just 2.6 million total viewers — barely half of its Survivor lead-in. And out of all entertainment programming that CBS has aired during the 2024-25 season, only Raid the Cage has a smaller audience. This news leaves Queen Latifah's The Equalizer as the only CBS series still awaiting its fate for the 2025-26 TV season. Will you miss and/or ? Sound off in the comments. Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
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19-04-2025
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Comedian Marlon Wayans rejects cancel culture, says it only exists in ‘society's mind'
Stand-up comedian and actor Marlon Wayans said last week that "cancel culture" has never made him afraid to make a joke or feel like he's had to alter his material. In a recent interview with independent journalist Nicholas Ballasy, Wayans referred to cancel culture as a societal construct that he and many other "real comedians" have chosen to ignore and have kept their careers. "I've never succumbed to that. I've been the same comedian that I was since we first started. Real comedians – we stayed the course," Wayans said while at an event promoting his "Wild Child Tour." Andrew Schulz Says 'Country Has Spoken Loud And Clear' On Wokeness After 'Unanimous' Trump Win On The Issue The reporter asked the "White Chicks" star whether he has found it harder to do comedy in the era of so-called cancel culture – a cultural atmosphere in which comedians or prominent figures can face public backlash for jokes or statements deemed too offensive. Wayans was dismissive of the concept, replying, "That's all in society's mind." He characterized it as peer pressure that should be rejected. "Everybody's like, 'You gotta change! You gotta change!' No, no." Read On The Fox News App The entertainer continued, noting that risking hurt feelings goes into making good comedy. Comic Michael Rapaport Slams Canadian Lawmaker For Attempting To Get Him Barred From Doing Standup In Country "Because humor is something you have to be honest about, and you have to dig deep, and you're gonna touch nerves, and you gonna hurt feelings," he said. "That's part of finding a good joke." In an interview in 2022, Wayans trashed the idea that society could punish him for certain jokes, stating, "It's sad that society is in this place where we can't laugh anymore. I ain't listening to this damn generation. I ain't listening to these folks, these scared-a-- people, these scared executives. Y'all do what you want to do? Great. I'm still gonna tell my jokes the way I tell them." Other prominent comedians agree with Wayans about rejecting cancel culture. Roast comedian Jeff Ross told Ballasy during an interview in January, "What's funny is funny, you know? There will always be people who are going to pretend to be offended, but those are the people that offend me, you know? Hypocrites." Famed ventriloquist and comic Jeff Dunham told Fox News Digital last month that crossing the line is what makes things funny. "To me, a comedian takes it to the line," he said. "He knows his audience, his or her audience. You take it to the line and you step over it just a little bit." Click Here For More Coverage Of Media And Culture "I don't care about being canceled," Wayans continued telling Ballasy on Saturday. "If I get canceled, then your sensitive a-- shouldn't have been at my show in the first place. So, I'm good with that. I just want to make people laugh and go to some dark places and find some light." When asked if he thought there were any jokes that are off-limits, he said, "no." "I can tell any joke," he said. "It may take me a little time to understand how to say it, but I'm not afraid to go anywhere."Original article source: Comedian Marlon Wayans rejects cancel culture, says it only exists in 'society's mind'
