Charlamagne Tha God x Quinta Brunson | Emerging Hollywood

Charlamagne Tha God sat down with ‘Abbott Elementary’ star and executive producer Quinta Brunson for the latest episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s Emerging Hollywood to discuss being raised as a Jehovah’s Witness in Philadelphia, how a breakup helped fuel her drive for a career in comedy, the praise she’s received for the ABC series, how her former teacher inspired her and more.

[@izzywoods794]

So happy Quinta is finally getting the main stream success she deserves. I was obsessed with her when she was on buzzfeed and have been following her journey since❤️❤️. She’s so funny and personable that watching her feels like watching a family member succeed🥰

[@retrovelcro]

Me too. Totally agree. That time on Buzzfeed had some really creative people. Missed seeing her on media and now seeing her more and more. So deserved for Quinta.

[@SmoothCrmnl80]

A LARGE?!? He got money girl 🤑

[@sammydarko11]

She definitely came a long way from Buzzfeed she was one of my faves from that era too.

[@juanitadanridge]

Yes! Love her!!!

[@Cherryofmiami]

Yass ever since he got money 👏🏾

[@nepps6766]

And this is why I love Abbott elementary! I don’t want a show that’s always tackling issues, especially race issues. I just wanna laugh and enjoy a show with a majority black cast!

[@shannonariel67]

Agreed, just a light hearted fun show!

[@thatssocrie]

Right can we live w/o our race being the main topic of discussion?

[@Listening_2_Still_Small_Voice]

THIS!

[@kedronmarsh1773]

While I understand where you are coming from. Understand that opportunities are created because of shows that tackle issues. Those shows also change minds. Im a firm believer that there is space for all types of shows.

[@nepps6766]

@@kedronmarsh1773 my intention wasn’t to say we need to do away with shows that address real life issues/topics, it was to say we need a balance! Not many shows like Abbott and that’s a problem.

[@marqwright6436]

I cannot wait until the show wins some Emmy’s. She deserves allllll the happiness and success that’s coming her way.

[@BUDDDYYYYY]

She made history she will get the EMMY. BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL

[@dymondkrook]

called it...

[@kbaxter2130]

This definitely aged well !

[@jlv3x]

Besides being such a great show Abbott Elementary also shows a positive and realistic side of teachers and our children. Keep up the great work Quinta, many of us are proud of you too!!!

[@toyplay4811]

The host is trash 😅

[@kentekuzan]

you can tell how much he respects Quinta, and the Jehovah's Witness connection just added to it

[@allinthefam8898]

Issa & Quinta. From KZbin videos to superstars. Amazing.

[@emilybazer]

My daughters and I have a Thursday evening routine that includes the latest Abbott Elementary. Our family is in Education. We love it!

[@hermanwilkins5204]

Tuesday

[@emilybazer]

@@hermanwilkins5204 we are busy on Tuesday so we wait till Thursday lol but yes it's usually on Tuesdays

[@hermanwilkins5204]

@@emilybazer only thought about streaming after I posted Sorry

[@emilybazer]

@@hermanwilkins5204 no worries

[@sade1638]

I am looking forward to seeing Quinta Brunso producing, writing, and directing more projects in the future. We need more Black creatives in the industry creating relatable projects for us; and I truly believe Quinta, along with Issa Rae, Robin Thede, Chris Redd, Phil Augusta Jackson and many other great Black creatives are making their mark and they are here to stay...foreeeever!

[@blaakheart8]

Courtesy of Will Smith that has just been made slightly more difficult

[@B._Shadow]

It really is a great show. I was just saying how I was telling ppl about this show a few months ago. Cause since I've been developing my own funny black sitcom with compelling characters and stuff...I was seeing a lot of...let's just say...not so good sitcoms. So this show is very refreshing when it comes to that. I kept looking at these sitcoms like...umm....it's not even funny...my show is much funnier than that. And then I saw Abbott Elementary, I was like Yes!!!! Finally a show on that same level. Love It! Lol. FR

[@movekeysdapianoman]

They are definitely some of the best to do it. Amber Ruffin is also in the list of amazing black female writers, comedians, actresses. I think right now they have the game on lock.

[@dawnwalton1099]

I totally agree. Let's get out from under the negative portrayals, stereotypical thinking and bad acting with no real life reliability like Tyler Perry and others have offered. Onward to a fresh start of young people being able to think for themselves and to recognize what is good and bad for themselves while having the ability to have conflict resolution and move on as they are open being able to accept the wise wisdom of our seasoned men and women.

[@januarylewis6787]

Congratulations Charlamagne on this interview this will be amazing when we are in the 5th season of Abbott Elementary! Congratulations Quinta Great hilarious show! Happy to see Charlamagne help you feel more comfortable by your connection with the way your grow up. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@jamesmarie]

Every actor is perfect for their character, and all shine in a scene.

[@clevergrl28]

Its amazing how heartbreak can motivate you to get out there. Congrats Quinta and thanks Charlamagne for a great interview!

[@tellethomas410]

We all have doubts but believing in yourself is the ultimate life reward. Abbott is an amazing show and it deserves all of the praise it’s getting❤️👏🏾💪🏾

[@Getitgirlllll4717]

Charlemagne was so nice in this interview! Like he was really 😎cool.That JW connection is real. It's like finding out u have a long lost cousin lol.. I was raised JW it's very interesting growing up in it as a kid. Jst different. Esp. If your an 80s babies like me lol..

[@hcromwell661]

Glad you made it through! Some of those JW survivor stories are cringe worthy.

[@RadMom]

It really is amazing how it makes my ears perk when I hear some one was born in and now is no longer a JW. That mindset really sticks with you and it’s hard to overcome. But here we are and each day is another opportunity to unlearn the things that hold us mental captives and finally start living and being in control of our own paths instead of just waiting to be rescued.

[@laura_renee]

Amen!

[@andreasmiff]

This was a lovely interview! I wish it was longer!😇

[@sneakn]

Been a huge fan of Quinta's for a few years now... watching her success has been like watching a friend succeed.

[@thatsmelaninogfamily6428]

I’m so happy that she is related growing up JW is intense but Jah is a good God he knows our hearts lol I love this 💕

[@jeffnyoka4904]

Calm and positive energy in this interview. .love it

[@Thekeys36]

I like what she said, "comparison does impact your mental health". That is really true. Good point for all of us to take self inventory.

[@doperasinger]

I’m soooo very impressed by CTHAGOD…he’s so very present and always asks the right questions. He really cares and I love to see this version of himself. Keep it up sir ❤️❤️

[@stevenm5193]

Quinta reminds me so much of that female friend we all grew up with.I love her comedic wit

[@Backpack16]

Loved the interview. Anytime you can smile, during the whole interview, you both have done your job.

[@OneHotTriniGyal8]

I shed a tear when she talked about her mom. I also have a JW mom who did not say “I’m proud of you” in years.

[@igradin08]

Same

[@nbaoldhead4666]

Hilarious.. considering my Jehovahs Witness friends. “You be out here celebrating Christmas??”😂😂😂

[@jaycham17]

I’m a big fan of Abbott Elementary. Great job Quinta! Great interview too.

[@astinmartin413]

I'm just catching up!...the whole cast is funny, especially the principle. She gives me my life😄

[@jaquelyncalmes6909]

My daughter and I absolutely love the show!! We cannot watch it without each other,we have to watch it together. She’s so humble and talented. I really love that she knows what’s going on in the world and get that farm,asap!!❤️

[@B._Shadow]

It really is a great show. I was just saying how I was telling ppl about this show a few months ago. Cause since I've been developing my own funny black sitcom with compelling characters and stuff...I was seeing a lot of...let's just say...not so good sitcoms. So this show is very refreshing when it comes to that. I kept looking at these sitcoms like...umm....it's not even funny...my show is much funnier than that. And then I saw Abbott Elementary, I was like Yes!!!! Finally a show on that same level. Love It! Lol. FR

[@GlmrGrl98]

Excellent interview!! You have grown so much as a person and interviewer through the years 😊😊

[@wtfrlly]

Literally only 5 minutes in this is amazing. Love learning more about Quinta.

[@debbiedoodiedandi]

She's so funny: "it's okay - I let people get it out of their system"

[@123JWJWJW]

I know. Growing up on FP and living back in PA, I have to keep it to myself whenever I hear someone say they're from West Phillie as the rest of the line starts rolling out in my head.

[@Emoni171]

🤣

[@khalilahel-amin3060]

I’m a teacher and I LOVE Abbott Elementary!!

[@tracie129]

I stumbled across this show one week after it first aired, and I am hooked!!!! I have everyone I know watching. With other shows so heavy in subject…. This show is refreshing …. We need to laugh ❤️❤️❤️ #quintaiseverything

[@raymondcane1911]

I always would see Abbott elementary on Hulu and I would pass it by but Charlemagne mentioned it a couple of times and I decided to give it a try. I love it and I got my coworkers watching it as well. Keep putting out great content Queen👑

[@GaiaCarney]

‘Abbott Elementary’ is an instant CLASSIC ✨ Great cast, funny writing & unique characters! Quinta Brunson is a gem 💎 Charlemagne Tha God is a skilled interviewer

[@loveinthematrix]

She is incredibly lovely. This is really just the beginning for her. She can start her own empire. I think her ability to empathize with others will definitely cross over well into the film industry.

[@johje02]

i love this interview, and i love the Emerging Hollywood platform 👍🏾

[@GingerVisionHouse]

Quinta is my absolute favorite person in Hollywood right now. It's cool to hear the influences that make up her comedy. Those are spot on to what I was thinking of.

[@tee1736]

i cried watching this im so proud of her she is so smart and articulate and new its refreshing

[@latoyachinyani8078]

Abbott Elementary is the show my hubs and I watch together. We love to be able to watch it and laugh together. Greatness!!!!

[@tangiecleans312]

I know what she means about that depression and heartbreak. Thank God I went through that when I was younger, my repeat was episodes of Martin.

[@christenawilkerson1094]

Quinta Brunson!!! Wow you are an inspiration. I love your spirit, energy, and transparency of humble beginnings. As someone who values education as a primary key to success you are making a difference shining a light on real issues with some comedy!!! Thank you 🤗 Come to see us here in a Indy my kids would love you!!!

[@keonamorrison]

We’re rooting for you girl!!!!

[@KarilSampson]

This was a wonderful interview. Thank you.

[@lwilliams9548]

Abbott Elementary is Hilarious ❤️

[@mommasitayoung148]

Aww! This was a beautiful Interview with Charla & Quinta . ♥️Congratulations on Abbot Elementary Success and many endeavors to follow!

[@robbidurham3354]

Great interview and even better sitcom- Abbott Elementary. Quinta thank you for your humbleness and sharing your creative gift with the world.

[@PeacefulWretch]

Really didn't expect to love this show as much as I do!

[@mildredwilliams8107]

I really like it when each character pauses and stares directly into the camera and comments on how they honestly feel about another person or a particular situation. It cracks me up everytime!😂😅

[@kiar4102]

This just made me love Quinta even more. ❤️ I so identify with her story. Keep achieving greatness girl. Can’t wait for the second season of Abbott Elementary.

[@sandyloosesit]

It’s amazing how far she has come from going viral on social media to having her own show on ABC. Super inspiring!!!

[@latrelleross2939]

Her face really looked familiar. What did she go viral for again?

[@sandyloosesit]

@@latrelleross2939 the skit at the movie theater where her date was ordering all the snacks and she kept looking at him every time he ordered something else and she was like “Oh he got money!” 😂

[@iacastro69]

I absolutely love when content on KZbin actually shows me somthing new and exciting as this interview. I feel I have learned alot more about Q

[@empress_princessisrael8370]

Good interview. Love the show and love her

[@TallenTallen-ze8bx]

I love this show. Keep it going

[@babycrypt037]

Love Abbot Elementary

[@jb30317]

Good interview love her energy, great show She was on black lady sketch show first season , was good on that also definitely gonna follow her career

[@mrmufasa2612]

I love Abbott elementary 🔥

[@quinnmcdonald3763]

Abbott Elementary is one of my favorite new sitcoms. And Quinta is the star of the show. I love her.

[@matterspacetime4832]

Wow I love her! And I love how they connected on the JW stuff. The fact that she said she is baptized and on the run ‘they’ll never get me’ 🤣

[@moniquewatts1]

This was so good. I really enjoy these interviews.

[@B._Shadow]

FR.

[@Winter420]

i feel so lucky to be a quinta fan at such an early point in her career. she is going to redefine TV

[@Mi_Chance]

Loveee it as a Ex Jehovah witness that part touched me if you know you know … great interview 😊👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@igradin08]

Do you ever think about going back?

[@WilliamCayetano]

"you got me f_d up" will always be a classic. I can't find that skit anywhere

[@STEPHENisSTEPHEN]

i remember her from that “he got money vine” dope to see creators shine on bigger platforms

[@ravenettcha]

I didn't think it was possible for me to become a bigger fan of Quinta...and here I am.

[@griffinjenn85]

I love me some Quinta & I’m so proud of her! Her story is aspiring & Abbott Elementary is my favorite show! 😍😍😍

[@IsaGemini]

I love Quinta and Abbott Elementary 🏠

[@B._Shadow]

This is sooo inspiring. I always said that Abbott Elementary is a great and funny show...because since I've been watching a lot of current sitcoms lately...since I'm developing my own...hopefully for the same network....I saw Abbott Elementary as on that same level.....with having a great show that has great soul....and is funny. I can't wait to premiere my show soon. We will see what happens with it in the next few weeks and next few months. And I can also relate with Quinta with that overly critical mom too. Lol. Hopefully when I accomplish these latest goals with the show, maybe I will get that "I'm proud of you son" too. Lol

[@shennamonique9073]

I absolutely love this show, it’s such a feel good show, I started watching on hulu and by episode 5 I had to make sure they were renewed for a second season. Awesome Job to Quinta and the cast.

[@PatriciaPatricia_]

Something about seeing Black Creative Women winning does it for me! This was so lovely!!! Quintas a Star and it’s beautiful to see her shine in such a brilliant and grounded way. 💕💕💕

[@matthewshell]

Such an inspiring interview. Keep up the great work. Love the show, too.

[@dawnwilliams5554]

This interview is sooo much better than I expected!!! Congratulations to you both!

[@KeenEye232]

It an honor to have a favorite Quinta Vine, a favorite Quinta Buzzfeed video, a favorite Quinta TV SHOW, and now a favorite Quinta interview. Her journey so far has been amazing. See kids college is not a scam.

[@phillysmizoke4304]

Philly ✊🏾 and abbot elementary is a GREAT show 🔥🔥

[@reedykat30]

Absolutely loved this interview. Charla was good and Quinta was so interesting.

[@thelondrybrand5346]

Friday April 15th Memorial 😊

[@RealLifeStuffz]

I love Abbott! The comedy is perfect. Keep doing what you’re doing. Both you and Charlamagne are fortunate your JW family still talk to you. Mine disowned me.

[@nataliehurd2532]

Great interview Charlemange. Also, Quinta is great. I love how chill she is. Great conversation. Keep doing great things you both.

[@Listening_2_Still_Small_Voice]

Quinta’s authenticity is so refreshing. I love Abbott Elementary and I relate to Quinta’s personality. I’m excited to see her continue to blossom.

[@KimberlyStrode]

I love the rapper bf. That anti-drug performance was classic!

[@blaqdiemenz]

Punch em in the face! 😂

[@TheGhettoSnobSeries]

😂😂 loved that scene

[@JustSayItBruh]

THE BEST INTERVIEWER IN MEDIA, BAR NONE.

[@smackblack4591]

She’s so dope!!! 💯

[@mdelon513]

I loved this conversation! So inspiring! She just radiates light!!!!! ❤❤❤❤ Charlemagne congrats on a great interview! You can definitely change your peoples perception of you! ❤

[@joycemoore4754]

I'm liking Charlamayne solo in this podcast role. Such positivity, so energized!

[@Mr.CurlyLoxJr]

After Insecure this is what we need to Understand what’s going on in schools and how people are resonating with life after the pandemic. Quinta , Issa Rae and Tierra Whack make what feels “weird & awkward” and tells you to live within that space and embrace it.

[@geethang8281]

I binged watched that show in a couple hours last week it’s FUNNY AS HELL!!!!!

[@MsDaniB314]

This was an amazing interview. Well Done Quinta and Charlamagne.💜💜💜

[@crank9673]

I had no idea who this woman was. But I so glad I watched this. She seem so grounded and I will be watching everything she writes. Great interview.

[@philo441]

I love Quinta. Been following her from the start.

[@ninaandroski8858]

I love Abbott Elementary! It's the best show!!

[@renewilson2540]

Who doesn't love Quinta!

[@mass712]

Oooo she getting moneeeey

[@theCW_]

She seem so humble and I love that about her. She's great!

[@MayaTable]

Wonderful interview! It was really cool seeing you all connect and her open up when you all started talking about religion

[@shermandent863]

Great interview💯 And she has a great show

[@SmallBobby]

As the youngest of a large family I relate so much to having comedy inspiration from so many genres and time periods. Same wit music. Maybe that's why I love Quinta's content so much. Didn't know they grew up in the truth too. I still try to make it to memorials as well, but it is definitely hard to do.

[@rashadhaughton22]

CTG did a great job. I love Quinta & her show.

[@staysunny170]

Shout out to this beautiful Queen. Have even more respect for her after learning she was the youngest sibling by A LOT and still very successful.

[@xsheri_]

She’s so humble, loved this interview! It’s honestly amazing to see how far she’s come since Vine. Very proud of her and a huge fan of Abbott Elementary!🍎🤓 It’s a show I never knew I needed

[@lateribass5901]

I heard that Abbout elementary was a Quinta B project and I was like “oh she got money.” LOL had to watch it

[@kereenreid6518]

This is a very good interview 👏

[@rightonque2294]

I’m absolutely in love with Quinta, she is about amazing. It was also nice seeing a softer side of charlamangne. Great interviews

[@FlipStar26]

Abbott Elementary employing the "Mockumentary" style of filming... this show will be the IT comedy show for the next 4-5 years... you love to see it! Keep rising Q! #BlackExcellence