Brian Hooks Reveals Why He Disappeared After '3 Strikes': I Should Have Kept Being Visible

www.hypeplustv... - Veteran actor Brian Hooks continues his talk with HYPE+. During this part of our conversation, Hooks reveals why he felt people stopped seeing him less on film. Instagram: @ComedyHype & Twitter: @ComedyHype_

[@thecoach11]

Brian chose not to be part of Hollywoods Elite and if he’s feeding his family comfortably without the evil and wickedness I salute him !

[@eugenewoo8352]

I agree 100% success comes in many forms not just in Hollywood, if dude is happy and healthy thats a win

[@spongebob03]

@@eugenewoo8352say these comments. Immediately thought of Jamie Fox.

[@GeneralJLC]

He didn't give up his booty hole

[@gerardsince86]

i’ve been thinking and hoping that what you said is true @thecoach7324 too.

[@dennisnash1809]

SMH y’all folks crazy

[@omgitzhaze]

When i was a kid i thought this brother was gonna be a big star. He def had the talent🤷🏾

[@NorthPhilly-zr7xc]

Me too I thought he was gonna be on the level of Mike Epps & Kevin hart

[@charleswhiting2498]

Right on to that. 3 Strikes is still hilarious. The day dream scene with the girls doing aerobics made my grandma laugh. 😂

[@ChiTown-KenKen]

I swear lol

[@omgitzhaze]

@@NorthPhilly-zr7xc and Chris tucker

[@omgitzhaze]

@@charleswhiting2498 he probably didn't do what the elites wanted him to do

[@savtrill333]

3 strikes was hilarious 😂😅😂 This dude was on a few sitcoms too like "The Parkers", "Eve", exc. He definitely is funny and talented.

[@timothyFuller22]

Phat beach too

[@caineo-dog3335]

Soul plane lol

[@jayejohnson199]

Loved him on Eve

[@derrickchitiyo43]

Don't 4get the chatroom😂😂😂 that was my shit

[@RaeVonThaChef]

And Malibooty lol

[@TheManInCommand]

This dude doesn't age. He still looks exactly how he did when he made 3 Strikes.

[@houndawg]

True

[@Ishbikes]

Because he’s not old. He was young during 3 strikes..

[@chalkyblack7582]

It’s kinda scary because homie looked exactly the same & it’s been over 20yrs

[@thechoosenone4827]

Just gain little weights

[@tonybrown5173]

And High School High

[@iUploadTracks]

Brian Hooks was Tubi b4 Tubi! he’s a Icon in the independent film industry

[@ChristinNachelle123]

I just said this lol… those tubi producers need to look at his movies and step they game up😂😂

[@TheEastside661]

Being introverted and not being fake social, putting out fake smiles cost him but he stayed true to himself. As someone who is very introverted and socially averse, I respect it.

[@PrettyAssassin]

3 strikes is a classic!

[@uenvyme23]

I recently watched a Tubi movie with him in it and it wasn't bad. I still hope to see him in more movies, whether they're low or high budget. He was hilarious and his movies were part of my childhood.

[@henryjohnson5157]

Chileee I’ve Been Watchin Him Since “Q The Movie” & I Has Been Hooked On Him Every Since!

[@Damari90]

Ayeee s/o Tubi

[@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0]

Same Here

[@imperialstats]

Was it Adam and eve ?? that ending was crazy af lol

[@sodayumsouthern]

​@@imperialstatsyesssuh that ending got me

[@BatmanPops]

I swear for some reason it seem like he could have played in the 1999 classic The Wood lol 💯💯😁

[@NorthPhilly-zr7xc]

it was that time frame era

[@BatmanPops]

@@NorthPhilly-zr7xc Yep you are right 👍

[@KawaiianKing]

​@@BatmanPopsmy favorite era of movies 95-2000

[@ms.payton1458]

He should have! He would've been great in that movie

[@Kaysmoove23]

Definitely could’ve played Roland or Slim

[@QR_Code]

bro aint aged

[@ykmitchell]

Bro was a hood legend. He was definitely on his way

[@demondrucker3514]

On his way to what being a hood legend.?

[@coreytheus4144]

@@demondrucker3514so you one of those hating ass losers!

[@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0]

​​@@demondrucker3514I Thought That Too Dawg

[@ykmitchell]

@@demondrucker3514 lol a well-paid hood legend. He was funding his own projects. No different than what Master P did with the music.

[@ykmitchell]

@@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0 Both of y'all watched this video so he held some sort of relevance to you. Ppl don't click on videos that mean absolutely nothing to em so, there's that... 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@jona1han2k4]

“I’m tired of this shit nigga!” One of my favorite lines 😂

[@Poppa_Silky_Paper]

We still reference that til this day in my family 😂💯

[@TheOfficialBonafide]

Lmaoooo

[@DomPrints]

Lol 😂

[@yardee007]

Can anyone see him playing Chris Tuckers "Smokey" from " FRIDAY " ? Just a thought🤔

[@CodyCole80]

Nope! No one can replace Chris in that role.

[@KawaiianKing]

Crazy fact is his role in 3 strikes was up for the likeness of Chris Tucker or Snoop but he got the role which he deserved

[@devantejackson5085]

Fun Fact: 3 strikes was meant for 2pac and Snoop Dogg under "Death Row" Records. I loved "3 strikes" certified Hood classic OG 40 water was Dope in there too. And Lastly, I thought Brian Hooks was a funny talented actor as well, I remember when he was in "3 Strikes", "Eve", and when he was the homeless guy on "The Parkers" Thanksgiving Episode 🤣. I hope he continue doing well moving forward with his Life and Career 💯

[@devantejackson5085]

Forgot he was in "Soul Plane" as well 😅

[@larrymarshall8900]

​@@devantejackson5085And Phat Beach and Nothin 2 Lose which plays a lot on Tubi.

[@Dii552]

That’s my favorite Parker episode he had me in tears 😂😂😂 much love to Brian humble guy.

[@amj4441]

😂😂😂 yea I remember that parkers episode too..hilarious.😂😂😂😂

[@factzfromakt1860]

You’re absolutely correct because the track “Wanted Dead or Alive” with 2Pac & Snoop was supposed to be the single for the Soundtrack but once Pac died, they used it for the Gridlock’d Soundtrack instead.

[@dameTHEname]

I haven't seen this guy in years probably since Soul Plane but I'm glad he's doing alright.

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Truth Indeed

[@MrInFlight]

Always been a fan of Brian from Phat Beach. He’s a funny dude and definitely could have been bigger actor than he is. Talented.

[@KawaiianKing]

He still can be don't stunt the brotha growth!

[@MrInFlight]

@@KawaiianKing I’m goin to stunt his growth with my KZbin comment. Foh.

[@checkmateforever]

Talented and funny dude. Always wondered why he no longer was in films or tv

[@sweetintrovert]

I loved him on the Eve show. So funny.

[@blazayblazay8888]

HE STILL GOATED

[@520ghost2]

Brian did it independently with hilarious movies and became greatly successful without the mainstream Hollywood!!! Us as a people i.e. the hood always had and still got his back!!! 💯💯💯💯

[@rockfresh5359]

Faxx I'm from Florida we had all his movies on VHS certified hood legend .. I always wondered where he went phat beach is a classic also

[@520ghost2]

@@rockfresh5359 Facts!!

[@kirkbourne100]

He just did voice over work for Disney..so he is in mainstream Hollywood..he just didn’t get chosen to be an elite big actor..wasn’t a choice of his

[@Makaveli_forever]

Glad he’s well and looking healthy he chose not to sell his soul he can’t say it outright but I get him! Happy for him tbh. Was so talented he was in soul plane too, phat beach ect

[@Wh4L205]

He was like a mike Epps to me. I watched all his movies no matter how low the budget

[@latanyarichard4135]

3strikes is underrated. Hands down a true hood classic 😂😅😅 he is a star in his own right!

[@mightymansterling]

Him and Christ tucker are interesting because they were so funny and just stopped in their primes

[@KawaiianKing]

Its crazy you say that because his role in 3 strikes was up for Chris Tucker and Snoop but i guess the best man got it

[@adriennerobinson1180]

Oh Yes, Truth Indeed

[@troywilliams9689]

Brian Hooks underrated. Would like to see back on the Big Screen

[@Lord2wiceAsReal]

I hope he gets back in the game because he’s too talented to let it go to waste acting is never too late to jump back into either way he’s still a legendary talent 💯

[@JayzoTheNextKobeBryant2.0]

I Definitely Agree

[@HNiCDuke]

Some ppl are content where they at in life. Hollywierd isn't for everyone. There's been many ppl that left nd decided to live a normal life.

[@keepmoving2023-ku7nb]

He did the right thing

[@TheYungPrince]

Nah he’s good where he’s at

[@GeminiJune0608]

They don't choose JohnDoe on our 9 to 5 job🤷‍♀️...this is where you see people faking coz they want to be chosen. It gets tough when you not a person that fakes. Your career gets dented in some ways. You hv to hang around certain people to be noticed, they dont care about how hard you work😂. It happens even on our stupid 9 to 5 jobs!!!😂😂

[@steppababynupe]

CAN WE GET 3 STRIKES ON STREAMING PLATFORMS PLEASE 🙏🏽

[@youngtied2092]

Bro I downloaded it and keep it on the flash drive for that reason 😂

[@steppababynupe]

@@youngtied2092 I'm mad af brah lol.

[@ajmj8586]

You still the man Brian you made my childhood

[@Brotha00]

Back when Netflix and chill was just wanna come over and watch a movie? 🤔

[@ulyssesmcqueen2588]

Thank you for interviewing him! I was wondering what happened. I loved 3 strikes and still do till this day! Very under rated Classic 💯

[@carayj]

Brian was the REAL star of "Eve"

[@devantejackson5085]

Him and Natalie Deselle made that show. Eve was Corny and boring Rest up Natalie Deselle 🙏

[@Telly26]

@@devantejackson5085I love that show, Brian and Natalie were my two favorites too.

[@bigal4782]

3 Strikes and Soul Plane is what put me on to Brian Hooks, wish he would've stayed consistent

[@ssgdman7121]

He didn’t hear what he said

[@JAXTWIN]

He’s one of the only actors that I know can bounce back like a rubber band.

[@amiscadev960]

I thought he was from LA when 3 Strikes came out..but he from the hood and still got love in the field

[@Roberto_Marx]

The brother still looks the same.

[@alonzosmith485]

Stress free

[@TheChamp33]

This man still look the same as he did back then. This brother was crazy talented and funny too.

[@treltonhunter7762]

He was also on the movie Soul Plane with Kevin Hart.

[@johnnybongo5077]

The acting game is weird. The actors/actresses you'd think would become major stars never reach that level of success.

[@Bosstype90]

Bro was funny as hell he definitely had more to give what ever the reason nobody can take that movie from him

[@olajawanmagee768]

I always liked him for his role in phat beach he had what it took to be bigger for sure

[@angell504]

I’ve had the pleasure of meeting this legend and I can honestly say he treats all humans with the same kindness. I wish him much success in his endeavors and I’m happy to see him getting his shine ❤

[@SadeWatkins]

Amen 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@ubuent4842]

Man Brian Hooks was the truth to me Growing up. 3 strikes hands down one of my fav movies all time. And we gotta stop saying “black” or “hood” movies cuz we don’t say “white” or “corny ball/trailertrash” movies. We perpetuate the division in media

[@leonrobinson7324]

Brian Hooks is a funny dude. All of his movies was hood classic. The Q, 3 strikes, Lauging to the bank, & Malibooty!! I still watch his movies. Keep doing your thing Brian!!

[@1tmproductions]

I remember sneaking into Phat Beach. I was to young for ticket lol. 3 Strikes is a classic. I remember when he got bold and punched Faizon and got tripped and jumped. LOL. Most of us have things in the past that we wish we had played a little differently to maximize our positions. But to make some impact on an era is big. To say you were in a movie that many in your culture know about and enjoyed is an accomplishment. It's many people who wanted to pursue an acting career, who were talented that we never heard of.

[@percivalj9788]

He never stopped makin movies....they are all independent some are on Tubi they good for independent....one of my favorite actors.

[@diannaray1707]

WOW!!! I wondered where he went??? Great he went the Indie route! Made life happen for himself!!!!❤

[@jordandowd8911]

He literally is known for being indie. Thats how he started and kept doing it.

[@youngtied2092]

3strikes a West Coast classic! 😂 It has hella ppl in it 👏🏾

[@Chrystal-t1w]

Brian dude when you coming back to the big screen 3 Strikes was the shit I'm waiting to see you again God bless hurry up ❤😂🙏😘iam a huge fan bro

[@netoman708]

He was hilarious in Phat Beach 😂😂😂

[@Imgoodphelps]

I definitely see some hate as well because he is right they with Mike Epps Kevin Hart Chris Tucker At playing that role of the funny scary guy. His moves never miss with me that I saw. It's no reason one of them to not say I need him in a movie with me other than knowing he might still the show 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@youtubeguy9316]

I still remember having the dvd 3 strikes in 2000 and I couldn’t stop laughing at this movie it was an amazing movie and had me rolling from the age of 10 to 33

[@mikmoss88]

The Luau is underrated. He knows how to make a movie

[@flyguy7825]

I thought he was real funny a very slapstick kind of way but he didn't disappear. If I remember correctly he was on the show Eve and he did a couple of movies Soul Plane for starters.

[@devantejackson5085]

He did 3 Strikes first then Soul Plane

[@Poppa_Silky_Paper]

​@@devantejackson5085he did a lot before 3 strikes..dude a comedic legend..

[@Only-_-1Shotta]

Growing up as a child watching Our Black Celebrities was everything during that era . This was a long awaited interview, i lowkey thought bro died 😂. The real ones know he disappeared after Soul Plane !

[@Wayupthere123]

Facts

[@Daydreamerr13]

Gen X really had the best black entertainment

[@nickrobinson2768]

That helicopter chase been wild lol

[@teedapro4222]

In my opinion, he let Hollywood win knowing that acting was his love😢

[@alonzosmith485]

Maybe not. Kept hs peace of mind

[@teedapro4222]

@@alonzosmith485 yeah may be right

[@haise8810]

The luau was a classic ill never forget that movie

[@76goodguy]

Ice Cube said a few years back that Hollywood only allows one black superstar comedian at a time, and Brian Hooks was stuck behind Chris Tucker, and Dave Chappelle was gaining heavy traction

[@ronim924]

Well at that time he was up & coming actor/ comedian around the same time as Kevin Hart. They both started off in low budget films & Kevin grew into “Hollywood” spaces

[@Omiecol]

My west Indian pop HATED when I watched Phat beach back when I was younger 🤣

[@GFoggy]

U good bro it happens to every black man who don’t put a dress on

[@_terrellsteeezy]

Growing up 3 strikes was always one of my favorite movies still until this day dude is very talented & took a different route that was for him he was also in soul plane definitely has potential!

[@sodayumsouthern]

Mr Independent!!!!👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 I'm glad this man is still here.

[@Lamar0305]

I was a youngin when I first saw 3 strikes on BET, that movie was funny as hell 💯 The wash and 3 strikes used to play back 2 back late night iykyk

[@DjmadnassScrewed]

This channel does a great where are they now

[@TSA1D1]

Him & e40 scene was a classic

[@thefearofg0ds758]

I've often heard about this. A lot of entertainers don't even realize they've "fallen off" or the spotlight has passed them by until it's too late(sometimes years down the line). They think they're still killing it. Nelly mentioned this.

[@JamiasBunny1]

The Brian Hooks movie era was good!! Everything I saw him in was hillarious!!

[@rlynn5390]

I watched his movies and Eve, I hope to see him more

[@444francisguy]

I wished he would’ve made it into the Friday franchise.

[@kennethhenders]

His movies was low budget but way better than these tubi movies.

[@curtwest854]

Appreciate the insight of these interviews with Brian Hooks. The luau, phat beach, malibooty, chat room and 3 strikes including nothing 2 lose was my joints in the early 00's. He was my favorite comedian during that time(middle school & high) I watched the show Eve based off of knowing him then eve. Glad to see he's doing well, I miss those times tho... i got the dvds tho still rollin in the 20's🤣🤣

[@Anthonyj-rj3yg]

Phat beach a classic 😂😂

[@datnorfsideoflongbeach]

Man you still look young....wish you were still out there

[@ericyoung442]

He is dope

[@MrIranlove]

Here

[@LeaderOfTheFlock]

Malibooty Nothin’ 2 Lose 3 strikes Chat Room

[@rochieking9084]

Love this brother hes still a star icon in my book

[@anthonykuchmakjr4527]

Funny movie

[@bomani7543]

I woulda thought that B hooks with his acting experience,,would have definitely auditioned and landed many roles in black films and black television,,especially considering that he had the lead role of a great film on his resume...🤔...However,,much respect to B hooks,,3 strikes is definitely a classic...Salute 👏...Also,,I do understand what he said,,that often times the powers that be only hire there friends,,or only hire those that they see networking at parties and functions that the powers that be are in attendance...in other words,,they only hire those that kiss alot of A**,,and much respect to B hooks for not being the A** kissing type...However,,I also must say,,there is a fine line between networking and A** kissing,,in which means its okay to network with the powers that be,,as long as we aint kissing they A** in the process...

[@AndreP1524]

Man it’s hard as hell to get this movie on digital till this day smh, One of my favorite movies of all time

[@jermainewood7480]

He still look the same after all the years💪 he didn’t let Hollywood get a hold of him💯💯

[@OGSIMSBAYOUBOY.]

He didn’t sell hiz soul too the 👿 that’z why didn’t blow up 🤔.🤘🏾👌🏾 🚩.

[@allhailxerxes3309]

I just watched this movie last Saturday. Crazy how this interview popped up

[@UncleLeea]

His independent films are always so good and entertaining. He got his big bag got his face out there and built his own brand!

[@trinitypaulson8242]

He has barely aged at all!

[@kisame004]

I still got my 3 Strikes VHS copy, that's a real good movie.

[@josiahjames429]

Super talented brother I was wondering what happened to him he definitely would of been up there with likes of kevin hart

[@alistanton6814]

Just was watching 3 strikes the other day still funny till this day. A classic. One of my favorite movies still 🔥🔥🔥

[@DJROB]

He chose him over hollywood if not this problably have been a different type of interview… Salute🙌🏾

[@Brintley08]

Long story short The Offer:🚪🚪🚪 Brian Hooks: aight imma head out.

[@Luke-kg7vu]

Booty door, blood sacrifice, and ??

[@Brintley08]

@@Luke-kg7vu humiliation

[@TempeSoldier123]

Very smart and talented brotha.

[@lbbyron154]

I'm watching tonight my favorite movie omg I use to watch it like 5x a day nonstop for years

[@truewilliams7118]

Maybe i'm missing something. but this cat did EVE after 3 strikes and that was a hit show. also, was 3 strikes like a hood classic? I mean it was aight but HYPE is acting like it was a gut buster.

[@Telly26]

I was thinking the same thing. He also did Soul Plane which was stacked with an ensemble cast. I know it gets bad reviews, but I honestly thought it was a solid movie. I think the people who bad mouth it just associated their bootleg screener copy with the film. That also prevented the movie from being a box office hit, the bootleg leak debacle. Regardless, Three Strikes and Eve were definitely hits.

[@TAYDABG]

Brain is DEF A legend hands down!!!!!!!

[@desmondgarrus7094]

3 strikes The Q Phat Beach Internet Dating E V E The Parkers

[@ChrisDavizi]

Anybody remember that movie Chat Room he was in?! To funny!! Love Bryan Hooks!

[@keepmoving2023-ku7nb]

Exactly 💯

[@firestorm007xiking5]

Okay. Well this is a good way to put it, I guess..............

[@queenjerz3190]

He was no denzel but he was one of the most popular 90s actor ,him and bookeem woodbine as a matter of fact get bookem on here next

[@kurtsydavis7517]

Denzel overrated

[@Dboy31-un3lw]

This brother funny as hell all his shit was funny even the soul plane camo

[@quanhair5023]

He did his movies and got tf out...tht y he not insane

[@andregunn4073]

He was very funny in Phat Beach.🤣🤣