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

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[@mskss9411]

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]

Yes 💜

[@Infinitelyinfinite888]

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

[@nmagain24]

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

[@selfloveandfun5039]

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]

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

[@johnnygoodmo898]

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

[@paultyler7355]

Love her and it t

[@ashleyminer9395]

Johnny GoodMo that was so powerful

[@ladysaane]

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]

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]

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]

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

[@chazroseman2301]

Natural intelligence

[@SaherHaroon]

Well said ❤

[@Sarod2023]

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!

[@TheConnonedrum]

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

[@estherstrategicadvisor749]

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]

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]

Yes! Absolutely.

[@lateshiachilds3640]

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]

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

[@DrFabulous1]

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]

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]

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

[@MrDopwop]

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]

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

[@blank-pi9cc]

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

[@samueltorres7550]

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

[@kendramanuel968]

Sure did

[@alireid5874]

Loved Living Single, hated Girlfriends.

[@PecanBrown1023]

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

[@edwardpiss]

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

[@christopherjoppy8502]

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?

[@SavannahSylver]

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

[@bensonajagbawa5959]

This girl is so smart.

[@starmai2458]

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

[@LADYDIVAful]

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 KZbin page for days. Erika blessed me on a myriad of levels, she's made it make sense...

[@yodaddybrother3870]

Whew Chile lost it for me

[@ielijahmccoy]

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

[@roybookman7603]

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

[@lastdays3148]

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]

Nicely worded.

[@charlesrayiii]

you are so correct..!!

[@mdooms76]

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]

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]

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

[@paigeedwards8379]

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

[@angelafranklin2267]

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

[@rlanier92]

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!

[@richardgibson4757]

She's a actor..😂

[@teefoxworth]

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

[@chandamccullum5591]

Royalty

[@dopespillcomics]

Man she look the same 20 years later!

[@iLatrell62]

DopeSpill Comics I see ur here

[@christianclarke2113]

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

[@dopespillcomics]

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

[@aquariuskudo]

What's up Dopespill?

[@dopespillcomics]

Aquariuskudo Ayy what’s good!

[@lionelbulgin1739]

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

[@alonzoeley5918]

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

[@aishiac7371]

I agree completely...

[@dianenails6525]

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

[@CrystalM1917]

You're a smart young man.

[@mhmm3101]

Why 6 specifically

[@kennethlandrum4528]

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

[@hillaryconsultingservices]

Her economy of language transcends time, generations etc. She is phenomenal!

[@Amorantasia1]

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

[@BeatHovenThoreau]

Amor Antasia *yes*

[@fromlissawithlove]

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]

I had a crush on her when I was young 😂

[@3rdworldtv79]

🤔❤️kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKupqIOHaZarnKM

[@mellewis8059]

Always love her

[@JusLivinAXA]

She is dressed so modest its beautiful!

[@sonofapollo5892]

Jus Livin Classy.No cursing etc.

[@striving1]

So true 💪❤

[@savannahkocharyan6846]

Exactly what I was thinking. Everything about her is so beautiful. ❤

[@dclark6357]

Yes classic and beautiful

[@potofgoldseeker4248]

I love it. Such a graceful presence

[@montrellbenjamin8102]

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

[@faithlaster9837]

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!

[@TheRealestIdealist]

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]

The Realest Idealist me neither!

[@Jansheff2010]

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]

@A SO VERY ACTARET

[@moenaethomas7337]

SO TURE INDEED 💭

[@nickb3345]

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

[@WhatAboutall]

you have a community & culture, don't get caught up in the idiotic celebrity & entertainment worship, you don't need it

[@rasheedatv]

Agreed!

[@ricecristi]

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

[@illwill74]

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

[@GeorgeReid]

✊👍

[@raymondcurry2278]

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.

[@dr.tanyadove822]

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

[@niseynisey]

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

[@savannahkocharyan6846]

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]

Love you Erica Alexander always

[@chloed8645]

Yessssssss

[@shashavengesayi6055]

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

[@millions2nette]

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

[@Chocolatetv2011]

Jay Richest substance grounded

[@richierich5698]

Natural order

[@armyone90]

If you open your mind the best education can be life!

[@anastasiosadamopoulos4748]

College teaches you to follow rules....

[@rickyqueen2621]

@@armyone90 FACTS 💯

[@hadbl12]

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

[@Justin-gv6qw]

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

[@shawnthomas335]

Black Intelligence is beautiful.

[@ElijahMoore-Restfulnights]

whats that?

[@xotlt7999]

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

[@ElijahMoore-Restfulnights]

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

[@xotlt7999]

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

[@N1SHAJAYHE]

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

[@nikki7579]

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

[@jooseysmoolay7767]

Nikki757 That Beauty should be in my Home.

[@bells561]

Brother Jai lol I’m dead

[@jooseysmoolay7767]

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

[@mizzobjectiveone3819]

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

[@honestly7393]

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

[@Rangergangcr8z]

Lol how many people came here because of the TikTok video 😅

[@MrUmar93]

Yup 😂

[@swaggadagga95]

The voodoo one right

[@LeanLean78]

I stayed up super late to watch this interview!

[@imdifferent7294]

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

[@alexsamuel5084]

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

[@jenniferpierce6420]

She looks great!

[@matthewhoward6956]

She still pretty from living single

[@fksdnkefknfeefwbfebid]

Isn't she so beautiful!!???

[@savannahkocharyan6846]

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.

[@tiaradub5926]

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

[@karlaperez-cordero4277]

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 😂

[@dchris82]

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.

[@marcellax4556]

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

[@geepnccu]

W

[@MarieAmicalola]

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

[@pbrack4048]

Marie The Alchemist I thought the same thing

[@Msaconyers8]

Agree 100%!!!

[@SthrnPrettyCiara]

I was just about to say this but you said it better. BEST EVER!!!!!

[@dramahawkpromotions9621]

I agree

[@deronreed2945]

I agree

[@araya52]

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!!

[@travisedgecombe7005]

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

[@angelalewis3660]

I love her

[@BFields]

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

[@augustwilliams7750]

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

[@shalondamartin6398]

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

[@rjbmore]

Facts

[@saviongilbert5262]

💯

[@lehighcountylwv5278]

Erika went to a really good high school in Philadelphia.

[@8ThatUp2]

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

[@MyLifeInTheChi]

I talk about issues like this on my show. I talk about issues in the community on my channel.

[@AuthorDLeach]

😋

[@Ispoilmyself_]

Tricey Bear definitely

[@yudahel8521]

*woman

[@moenaethomas7337]

@@AuthorDLeach WHAT'

[@arlenemuhammad9853]

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

[@jamesi2306]

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!

[@TheRealityPlugg]

Black girl magic at its finest 💖💖

[@jeffreycooper7763]

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

[@anthonybroadie99]

Agree

[@Cusp_of_magic]

Except many people DO know about her.

[@absent6076]

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

[@Eve_Y]

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

[@allisonstampley7155]

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

[@Lovelyti_TV]

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

[@yasmeen7875]

lovelyti2002 We love you too Ti ! ❤️.

[@Covers-and-Commentary]

☕️☕️☕️

[@TheMorganVEVO]

Ayyy. Lovelyti! I’m super proud of you too! Love your channel! 😊

[@TyraElaine936]

lovelyti2002 thanks for recommending!

[@BlackGirlLovesAnime6]

we're proud of you too ti!

[@yourfavnurseb9699]

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

[@moarashadgibson2641]

yourfavnurseb I felt that

[@Naturalice88]

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]

So true

[@plantsforlife1120]

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

[@msschonheit6800]

Rarely do I watch an entire episode of the Breakfast Club because I can't deal with Angela and her low-key shade, and Charlamange's consistent disrespect. And rarely can I take people in entertainment seriously because they think speaking in a serous tone and saying a bunch of big words makes them sound smart. But Ms. Erika had my full attention the entire time because LIFE raised her yet she's still standing strong and walking tall!!!

[@umarbentley4953]

Her knowledge and intellect is so real and natural and she does come off with a superiority complex.She the type of person that you can kick it with and talk junk and be silly but at the same time become enlightened,she's a real one.

[@kiag1531]

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]

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

[@alexiswolfe1681]

Bayou Altar goofer dust

[@bayoualtar1667]

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

[@MrsKRRJ]

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

[@nuknuknuk111]

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

[@everydaydre1185]

Kimberly Williams there's many people like that

[@everydaydre1185]

nuknuknuk111 I'm disappointed she banged on Cosby.

[@kuntskinte2670]

+S White lmaoooo.

[@KrysDior]

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

[@pharnefarious]

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

[@antoinettejohnson169]

She is beyond amazing! I love listening to her speak.

[@jrav1313]

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]

300 dum assess not use to intelligent n classy woman

[@marvelousmarvelous2529]

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

[@rctecopyright]

They watch friends

[@kathy2842]

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]

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

[@YACKYSNACKY]

So well-spoken, and beautiful.

[@Thankfulforairinmylungs]

always has been!

[@nazareehines-starr6297]

I agree!

[@nickenzio1]

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]

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]

Uhh uhh

[@kg7032]

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!!

[@hopeskies8710]

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.

[@Lifewithlove]

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]

Lifewithlove I can listen to her speak over and over,

[@savannahkocharyan6846]

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]

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

[@May5871]

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]

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

[@kingplaya]

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

[@GoodFilms28]

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

[@Mont3000]

Best intro ever.

[@Mookiebetz]

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

[@t-roe421]

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

[@cedrickcarson3201]

🐐

[@QueenSoap]

Best interview. Such an inspiration, and I can't wait to see what she'll do next.

[@Monaex98]

Most underrated interview ever!!

[@Nicole14]

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

[@jilliemacks3867]

N B Yes, that is fabulous...

[@BlackBusyBody]

N B I lived when she said that!

[@girlinterrupted9792]

Gem💎

[@effort111movement4]

N B you caught that right another jewel

[@candicelodree5055]

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

[@dharkknight4747]

Isn't she just the Coolest person ever!

[@ottabee]

Muchas gracias you guys at the Breakfast Club Power. This is one of my favorite interviews ever, because I'll always be grateful for Erika Alexander being such a glorious force in this world. So much fun and wisdom flows so wonderfully from Erika and everyone during this interview. So empowering and very HEALING! Much love to you all.

[@percyastronautstatus.8780]

This was a whole vibe/ energy

[@kiag1531]

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

[@sherondariley4224]

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

[@taylordowning2533]

kia golphin She is beautiful and well spoken.

[@NaturalElicia]

kia golphin yes thank God!!!

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

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

[@kyrathedestroyer_]

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.

[@NativeBorne]

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]

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

[@blktsunami]

Evangeline Whetstone She was Pam on the Cosby show

[@felisamccray5311]

Great interview. She's truly a gem. It's good to see actors and actresses outside of their familiar characters and learn about their upbringing and behind the scene stories of the shows that they were once on. She's humble, poised, and intelligent. I'm glad she's being a mover and shaker behind the camera lens.

[@davidval7188]

That is an amazing person. She is very well spoken and has great perspective.

[@robinlight]

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

[@jojosmom8819]

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

[@georgethimakis4710]

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

[@andreww5574]

Great scene

[@melissarosario6176]

Robin Light that is right

[@yudahel8521]

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

[@AtaensicMedia]

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

[@aprailmonique7881]

WOW!!! What an AMAZING interview!!!! I’m so glad that I took the time to watch!! She’s such a beautiful soul!! I was so excited to see her on Run The World!!🙌🏾👑

[@gospel3067]

I watching this again 4yrs later after seeing a clip on tiktok. Forgot Erika dropped so many gems. Missing Yee.

[@Neeshpeesh123]

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

[@janeenstephens906]

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

[@ajjonesBOF]

Neeshpeesh123 Agreed

[@deeelo5501]

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]

My thoughts exactly..

[@jnels2007]

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 😳😳

[@gypsymoon474]

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]

Just work or make having a career possible for black women

[@sherryjellison]

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

[@amenahking7863]

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.

[@Eye_See_U]

I know this is an old interview , however I am just seeing it and let me tell you I could literally listen to Erika Alexander speak all day. She has an amazing and beautiful mind not to mention her life story has so many peaks and valleys. its almost like she lived Love Craft Country.

[@Dontcallmebruh]

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

[@wangee6880]

Lisa Ingram hey sweetheart are u on the gram

[@musement7446]

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

[@lorrainejoubertboutique18]

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

[@Primeshazam]

As would I.....very articulate.

[@Cevensities]

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

[@derickrose663]

Yes yes

[@blackboylost22]

FACTS

[@lynessafamous301]

Genuinely one of the BEST interviews I’ve ever seen on the Breakfast Club.🙌🏽💯♥️

[@audra7593]

Outstanding! Blown away. Culture, history, psychology, vision, culture, perspective. I loved the Maxine character, she was a black woman professional with natural hair... before her time. She reps well.

[@MrAquarius127]

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

[@litehaircompany4159]

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]

Cha eric. This Is True 💕💕💕

[@NoRemoteTV]

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]

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

[@jbuggggg]

she's the type of creative mind that opens up new ideas and genres. passion, intelligence, common sense, and understanding of how the world evolves. beautiful sister

[@timekagilliam]

The thing that impressed me the most is the way she spoke of people. Regardless of how they treated her, she didn’t speak ill of any of them. She is also so articulate. The religious vs spirituality part makes me sad, but it’s reality for so many.

[@malkiabenzy]

She still looks as young as Living Single

[@JustXavier]

Erika Alexander is a captivating speaker.

[@taharqa332]

Me Xavier She pulls you in!

[@JustXavier]

Mansa Musa right? She speaks like a wise elder.

[@RhoyalOne1922]

This interview was everything!!

[@karlahammond9184]

OMG!! What a beautiful and amazing soul....happy to see that she's still in the game representing and making us proud......MUST FOLLOW HER WORK.

[@vino1954]

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

[@officiallytera6831]

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

[@kinacollins3593]

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

[@imalwaysright]

IKR

[@virgoreese1915]

The beauty of self-awareness... self-assurance... self love

[@kandiwiley5517]

Amazing interview! She is a breath of fresh air. So articulate, intelligent, and beautiful. We need to see and hear more from her. Her stories are captivating.

[@NA-du5vm]

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

[@ashleyhw4388]

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

[@kingmorgan9488]

Ashley HW the show living single actually aired in 1992

[@beverlyb2564]

Ashley HW and she's almost 50!

[@indiamoore7408]

Beautiful I've always loved this woman

[@charlesaustin6310]

Man love way she speaks so soft tone and articulated!

[@kappakool1911]

This was one of my top BC interviews. I love Erika!