Issa Rae Shares The Moments That Changed Her Life Forever | Bustle
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3 жыл бұрынIt all started with a script from 'Moesha.'
You know Issa Rae from 'Insecure' on HBO, from 'Awkward Black Girl,' from 'The Lovebirds,' from 'Little.’ She produces 'A Black Lady Sketch Show.' She runs an Atlantic Record imprint, Raedio. She runs the production company, Issa Rae Presents, that makes 'Insecure.' She founded ColorCreative to represent underrepresented writers. She's got Emmy and Golden Globe nominations and a Peabody award. So how did a self-proclaimed “awkward girl” get to the place that she is today?
It all started back in 1996, with a script from 'Moesha' and a dissatisfaction for the Black stories that Hollywood wanted to tell. She decided to stop talking sh*t and start making sh*t and hasn't looked back since.
While you wait for 'Insecure' Season 5 (or rewatch Season 4), watch this Issa Rae interview to see how the 'Insecure' creator and star came to be.
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@CHARLESHARDIN96 3 жыл бұрын
“I thought he was gassing me because god told him to” 😆😆😂😂
@ifeanyiisiekwena9917 3 жыл бұрын
God*
@Entertainer145 3 жыл бұрын
@@ifeanyiisiekwena9917 💫 Thank You For Putting Thee Capital G* Legit Father Lord God Deserves A L L Thee Proper Acknowledgement and Respect 🧖🏽😇🙏🏾 💫
@loulousworld92 3 жыл бұрын
@@ifeanyiisiekwena9917 GO away !!!
@ThatLadyDray 3 жыл бұрын
@@loulousworld92 practice the tolerance you desire
@dyoung2739 3 жыл бұрын
Laurette isiekwena ❤️🙏🏾exactly
@Bendueee 3 жыл бұрын
The Awkward Black Girl series changed my life!
@kadijanyambi 3 жыл бұрын
A classic
@elevatedcharmm3345 3 жыл бұрын
I go and watch it when I feel depressed... it helps
@Bendueee 3 жыл бұрын
@@elevatedcharmm3345 me too
@spiritualinsiderr 3 жыл бұрын
Yes!!
@tiisetsonyikolebese 3 жыл бұрын
I would really wanna watch it
@Razor_Bunny_ 3 жыл бұрын
Issa was never really awkward. It wasn't her. It was them.
@chioma916 3 жыл бұрын
lovely
@ImRah510 3 жыл бұрын
Big facts!
@zorawatts2409 2 жыл бұрын
period
@mickal3311 2 жыл бұрын
This comment has changed My life. .
@Razor_Bunny_ 2 жыл бұрын
@@mickal3311 ❤️🔥
@devontawhite 3 жыл бұрын
I always appreciate Issa for being real and black AF. 🙌🏿
@ILoveEals 3 жыл бұрын
Why you racist I’m real where my congrats?
@justisleague4021 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILoveEals boy if you don’t get off KZfaq and take ya racist self to some consulting to get your mind right cuz you need some help buddy
@linzyc4696 3 жыл бұрын
YES! 🖤 i’m obsessed with her lmaooo
@Dediskated 3 жыл бұрын
@@justisleague4021 blacks are probably the most racist race nowadays man, c'mon.
@lnfil 3 жыл бұрын
@mic mac i guess the burning of our cities didn’t exist then?
@jadoresophya 3 жыл бұрын
"I thought he was gassing me because God told him to" 👌🏾🤣
@babyv2992010 3 жыл бұрын
I lost it at that part ☠😂
@whatsonhermind1768 3 жыл бұрын
LOL
@destinixshakur 2 жыл бұрын
Lmfao so funny lol
@brejslim3790 3 жыл бұрын
Insecure is definitely our generations version of moesha, living single, etc. thank you Issa!
@Ferrist1 3 жыл бұрын
I've been watching Issa since I was 22...9 years later and I'm still hyped about her content. It's only gotten better.
@futrpdr 3 жыл бұрын
I was sad to hear about Insecure ending 😭😢
@stephimarie5474 3 жыл бұрын
Same
@jcmea13 3 жыл бұрын
Content? I think it makes more sense to refer to it as her work or her art
@misso4213 3 жыл бұрын
Same! She continues to be such an inspiration!
@sarahregli5244 3 жыл бұрын
She is so gorgeous and talented
@ILoveEals 3 жыл бұрын
Are you gay?
@ericakane6388 3 жыл бұрын
She is naturally and effortlessly funny 😄
@teetee9269 3 жыл бұрын
I love Issa’s body of work so much. She really showcases the Black lady characters that are typically missing, in most other popular productions. Thank you Issa for doing what you do🙏🏾.
@dandnclaxton 3 жыл бұрын
ABG changed MY LIFE! You’re right, before you, we didn’t see “us” anywhere. I mean the last time I’d seen something that resounded with ME was Sister Sister! ABG filled a huge void and we LOVED IT and you for creating it!
@AlwaysAmeera 3 жыл бұрын
Awkward black girl was such a breath of fresh air!
@soniadavis-bey6102 3 жыл бұрын
I got soooo much love for Issa. I still go back and watch awkward black girl. Keep shining ✨✨✨✨
@boitumelodibetso8719 3 жыл бұрын
Sis been doing things! Every small step leads to a bigger moment.
@futrpdr 3 жыл бұрын
Man, she's beautiful (inside and out it seems)! She's definitely helping push DSBW (dark-skinned black women) to the forefront.
@HolisticDramaFree 3 жыл бұрын
been watching awkward black girl since 6th grade and put all my friends onto it but they were SLEEPING on the show bc they weren't awkward so they didn't vibe with it the same way I did lol. but her representation REALLY made me feel like I wasn't an oreo, or a weirdo, or had white girl hips bc my booty was different or any other insecure things my half siblings told me I was or anyone at school who were wearing weaves n I had my african print on and afro told me I was. She really gave me confidence and made me feel like I too could be as unique as I wanted to be. My fav scene was one of the last ones in ABG when they had the step competition I was in tears on the floor lol.
@adrianmalonejr.2692 3 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: Issa Rae , Jidenna, and Richard Sherman all went to Stanford at the same time!
@shankapa3182 3 жыл бұрын
Jidenna a whole snack.. so is Issa
@4thhorseman931 3 жыл бұрын
Good lord. Black is beautiful.
@Sheed96 3 жыл бұрын
I think to my self I'm proud to be a black man, like look at this woman good god
@LisaMariesmile 3 жыл бұрын
💯💗
@shankapa3182 3 жыл бұрын
'I thought he was gassin me cause God told him to ..' Q U E E N!
@garyphillips1860 3 жыл бұрын
She's gorgeous
@lucyinthesky4682 3 жыл бұрын
When she said 'Where's the stuff I watched in the 90s, where are we?' I got chills. I could feel tears prick my eyes. I'm a white Civil Rights Lawyer who grew up in the 90s and black culture, black people were so influential in my career decision, my life decisions honestly. The world is a better place with this powerful, beautiful woman in it. I'm grateful she's inspiring millions of little black girls that their voices and talents will be seen and heard too.
@thee.straight.talker239 3 жыл бұрын
I love issa rae so much 😭❤she's my role model , I'm a 16 year old female aspiring actress and very passionate ..Hope one day we meet 😭😭❤I also love her voice so bad ❤not mentioning how crazy she acts !! Never felt this way about someone ❤❤❤❤❤
@khadiah5486 3 жыл бұрын
“I thought he was gassing me ... cause Hod told him too “ LMAO 😂 ❤️
@Brainhoneywalker 3 жыл бұрын
Issa Rae: “That web series ended up changing my life ...” Us: That web series ended up changing the world. Nobody watches it and leaves unchanged. Oh! And thanks for that “ovaries of steel” comment at the Oscars, “Congratulations to those men.😐”
@muse5633 3 жыл бұрын
"the old and the rusted" 😂😂
@cjbfire95 3 жыл бұрын
I just got turned on to Insecure last week season 4 while visiting a friend. I was smoking and so was she on that episode when she was about to burn the yoga mat. I've binged was all of them such a good show and Issa is beautiful 😍
@kiyparadise 3 жыл бұрын
Gotta love ISSA 😍❤️🔥👑
@nakedfeetkitchen 3 жыл бұрын
i'm finna put me in some Issa Rae braids
@spicybrvt 3 жыл бұрын
I was the only black girl in most of my classes. ABG was my safe space growing up and it put me on to Childish Gambino 🥲
@jeralinsunflower7300 3 жыл бұрын
Love her so much! Awkward black girl came out when I was in the 7th grade and instantly related to it and love it so much! I still do till this day!
@djcatsuitsonaboat 3 жыл бұрын
i died when she talked about the play from church. lol
@studio817withmissjae3 Жыл бұрын
Issa is so naturally funny. I admire her so much
@Sam-0827 2 жыл бұрын
All these outfits on Issa are made more beautiful than before
@shakhinabellamy4547 3 жыл бұрын
Made her own table! Respect. 👌🏽
@darkgoddess417 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous
@kahned9236 3 жыл бұрын
I want to meet her so bad
@cdpiff3416 3 жыл бұрын
Ok.... Not KRAZY just a fan... Alright
@briellereneemusic3592 3 жыл бұрын
I read her book "Awkward Black Girl" just as I was entering college. Relatable and kept me laughing. ❤️
@tvtalkwithavi 3 жыл бұрын
Happy belated birthday Issa, and you should wear braids like that more often, nice protective style and they look beautiful in you
@nicholasmassengale8649 3 жыл бұрын
Issa is a major inspiration coming from youtube to known face on a huge network is dope on some many levels.
@kelsey3824 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, so grateful for Issa. I love the styling of the black leather chaps and tank, the olive blazer, big hat and those earrings. She’s so beautiful
@skiniminonochie 3 жыл бұрын
Issa is the Epitome of Beauty...certainly a blueprint. Brains, Beauty and Talent
@tiffanyfrancis2930 3 жыл бұрын
I love love love her!!!
@allisonmitchell7379 3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE Issa!! She is so bomb. I loved her in Insecure that tv was so good and she was hilarious! She is a great actress
@linzyc4696 3 жыл бұрын
Happy Black History Month! ☺️🖤
@whatsonhermindblog123 Жыл бұрын
I STAN ISSA. I've been rocking with her since her YT series
@MyEccentricMind 3 жыл бұрын
I'm so grateful for Issa!
@trishrutendoganda8714 3 жыл бұрын
She is so inspirational
@luisavina4831 3 жыл бұрын
She is GORGEOUS😍😍😍😍😍
@stephanieyorke514 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Congratulations Issa! Keep on reaching for the stars! Peace and blessing!♥️
@kitaonokale1569 Ай бұрын
The Old and the Rested, I'm dying 😂
@thandekamavimbela3261 3 жыл бұрын
I love Issa's work and how she uses her platform!
@inmycorner 3 жыл бұрын
Cannot love her any more than I do already! She is an inspiration! 😍
@honeymoney23 3 жыл бұрын
I love this!
@krystlemontalvo6774 3 жыл бұрын
Lol she is so captivating yet relatable! I love her.
@trishrutendoganda8714 3 жыл бұрын
Issa is so beautiful
@Meron-df5ve 2 ай бұрын
It is Sad that the children have to go to a space of isolation & are made to feel awkward in their own skin 😢 Heartbreaking.!
@SweetGaBrownin 3 жыл бұрын
I loved ABG...Issa, thank you Queen!💙🙏🏽
@Maya-nq6ko 3 жыл бұрын
every time i see issa i love her & identify so much more *chefs kiss*
@jeromefl09 3 жыл бұрын
She's so lovely.
@marquishahunter1 3 жыл бұрын
“I thought he was gassing me because God told him to” of course. lol
@SumthinAboutAce 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing ✨✨
@kloudchild 3 жыл бұрын
ABG definitely was a moment that made me! I remember when my mom called me while I was at college and told me to watch it right away because she saw me. I watched it and saw myself represented. Life changer and a fan ever since 🤍
@tkaypasipamire Жыл бұрын
She’s stunning!
@twiheartloverfyi 8 ай бұрын
She's so effortlessly funny.
@davonadams1193 3 жыл бұрын
You the truth for real 💯
@torigreen9439 3 жыл бұрын
Love, love Issa! She is so inspiring ❤
@_drankocean 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Issa
@clairer42 3 жыл бұрын
She’s awesome!
@issaread5937 3 жыл бұрын
I love you so much! Issa Rae inspires me!🥰🌹
@fourthgirl 3 жыл бұрын
Love you, Issa!
@confessionsofagoodgirl 3 жыл бұрын
Issa is everything!!! I love her!!!
@BetweenTheVeil 3 жыл бұрын
I loveeeee her, sis is gorgeous✨
@sego8054 3 жыл бұрын
I just love her. I love you Issa.
@gradualuprisintheory 3 жыл бұрын
Luv Issa! I haven't even see her show. Only awkward black girl when it dropped. Waiting for new episodes and alwAys wanting more. Juss so funny and beautiful. Talent.
@ousontmeslunettes9891 3 жыл бұрын
I support everything Issa Rae 💯👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😍❤👏🏾
@electricbeing993 3 жыл бұрын
WE LOVE YOU ISSA!!!!
@thembelihlemasina3018 3 жыл бұрын
AMAZING.
@antoniarashida 3 жыл бұрын
Inspiration 💜
@zheahra 3 жыл бұрын
Issa is so fly and dope. Luv her!
@bigbambi718 3 жыл бұрын
She’s gorgeous and so well spoken!!
@alexandreadzie2032 3 жыл бұрын
Dang she's beautiful 😍
@youknowwhatflav9916 3 жыл бұрын
Smart and beautiful 😍
@MsCitaSexychat 3 жыл бұрын
Aweee look at this Queen. Love loving up on her. 🍒
@michellesmotivation777 3 жыл бұрын
Super talented 💗💗💗
@daniellehundley4145 3 жыл бұрын
I love you issaaaaaa!!!
@simplyme922 3 жыл бұрын
Wow Issa truly everything I didn't know about you. That was great.
@graciaxxl8808 3 жыл бұрын
Issa inspires me so much ❤️
@cleopatramyers6134 3 жыл бұрын
Issa is my heart
@Ana-dq7lw 3 жыл бұрын
Incredible
@Smoovazznymph 3 жыл бұрын
She said "I thought he was gassin me because God told him to" I HOLLERED 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣She is unintentionally HILARIOUS 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@nalinnlong2964 3 жыл бұрын
i love you so much!!
@jaechea7644 3 жыл бұрын
Such a QUEEN
@classical421 3 жыл бұрын
SO talented!
@DJ-gv1nn 3 жыл бұрын
I'm enthralled. Issa Rae is badass!
@Hyfrwellduhh 3 жыл бұрын
Literally my idol!
@nateawilliams7309 3 жыл бұрын
Love her!
@oORegularKevOo Жыл бұрын
Issa is the black woman we all wish we had in our lives.
@jazlynmcneal 3 жыл бұрын
She is so beautiful!
@toddmurphy6904 3 жыл бұрын
I love her and her spirit!!!
@NellieKAdaba 3 жыл бұрын
Me too
@Aplaceformermaids 3 жыл бұрын
Sooo inspirational
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