Deon Cole On Dealing With Grief, Netflix Special, Writer Strike + More

[@Tkrichar13]

Thank you Breakfast Club for letting Deon talk as long as he needed to talk. Also thank you for not editing out his message. We all needed to hear this because we all have to deal with grief eventually. It is essential to have relatable and meaningful content on your platform.

[@LuckyC404]

Only children losing parents is so rough. It’s like losing a piece of yourself and history. My heart goes out to Deon.

[@PoeticJ21]

Him explaining how a friend should be there for you during grief was the highlight.

[@godumb6038]

Facts shit hit home

[@HarryAdu]

That’s Hollywood for you though. I have a friend going through something like this. Sad…

[@chriss.8349]

​@Harry Adu thats everywhere not just Hollywood.

[@TheSunshineplace10]

Family too. I m going through it....but her spirit is getting me through. I know she is so proud of my brother and I. We love and miss you ma❤

[@C.C._Free]

Yes, so needed!

[@iamjro]

He ain’t lying about that 50 club. My great grandmother passed when my grandmother was 50 and my mom, in her 50’s, just lost her mom and dad within weeks of each other. I too am an only child, so I try to spend more time with my mom now because I know our time is winding down 😢

[@fangal12]

Damn, I didn't start this interview expecting to be crying by the end. This was a great interview. Praying for Deon's continued healing

[@UncleBoogieTX]

Was almost in tears when Deon Cole talked about taking pictures with our elders. Took a pic with my Aunt, Holiday Season 2019, and that was last picture ever taken - months later covid took her. 🙏🏾

[@TEE-nk7jh]

DAMN BRUH WHY DID YOU HAVE TO TAKE MY SHINE?!🤣😂No but on the real I was right thurr witchu it wasn't a waterfall but I did tear up the number one and two MOST influential women in my life were My Maternal GRANDMAMA which is literally everyday sadly no longer with us (25 year anniversary) in December she would have been 100 and My MAMA when he started talking about his Mother my mind immediately switched to whenever the day may come that mine is no longer here, it's definitely going to be a premeditated outer body experience just like he said wait a minute WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT?, I JUST SPOKE TO HER!

[@UncleBoogieTX]

Yes, it’s good we share with each other in some way, it reminds us of that we are not alone in our endeavors. Thank you for sharing indeed. May the day be good to you ☀️

[@TEE-nk7jh]

@@UncleBoogieTX Same to you My Brother's Keeper hit me up anytime!

[@INPRINCEWETRUST]

Blessings 🙏🏾

[@walterfields3467]

I can relate bruh. Christmas 2021 was the first time my entire immediate family had all been together at the same time, due to different beefs...and my Grandmom was there. She had been sick and had her oxygen tank there, but she was there. We took pics. I hugged her before i left and told her i loved her....when she left, she became unresponsive on the ride home and never woke up. So what u said, and what he said is the realest talk ever. God bless 👍🏾

[@txzbelle75]

Thanks Charla for asking what a real friend should do... and Thank you Deon for explaining what Ive been trying to express.

[@awillis5307]

I always loved Deon since comic view. My heart goes out to him. He did a phenomenal job at explaining his grief experience, while educating us.

[@rfreeman7139]

Deon is so on point I'm in my 50s and lost my only sibling, both my parents, both uncle's and my cousin within 18 months. I have so many moments to myself that just start crying ...... it's a undescribable pain and loss.😢😢 😢

[@ET-hc4wl]

So sorry.

[@doesntmattertoyou1817]

Damn brotha 😢. Thats alot. Just speaking it out loud is a weight lifter 🙏🏿🙌🏾.

[@naima8703]

That’s a lot in such a short time span. I’m sorry. Cry as much as you can, et it out, your heart will feel lighter

[@erikgermain8517]

May God continue to hold and guide you. My condolences for the losses in your family.

[@claudelucas2383]

keep pushing my brother… cherish those memories

[@Cinabean]

Deon spent a lot of time talking about how he's grieving. That tells me that he NEEDED this. He needed to get this off his chest. God bless this brother ❤

[@kj3281]

He talks about it in his standup on Netflix. I felt that.

[@brandispires4703]

I said the same thing

[@naturalbeauty637]

When you're the only child, (no father and only you and your mother) grief hits different. It's been 13+ years for me and I totally get it. It's heavy.

[@tracypayne8790]

😘 ✨ 🙏🏽

[@shadyzbabii420]

Sorry to hear that. I hooe it helps to know, this is the way by design. It is supposed to change us. I pray that you receive healing ❤

[@awade2436]

Now that my son is becoming a young man, I regret that I didn't have 1 more child so that he could have a sibling

[@corporatemaq]

Its a loney club... 100% feel yah

[@joannelindsay4977]

I worry about my daughter she is an only child, but she will have 3 beautiful kids and the Holy Spirit consoling her. Thank you Jesus!

[@AltoviseDerek]

This was a good one, Deon having a therapy session, with the world, and not realizing it. Thats a good dude right there, always liked him.

[@reneeaddison6679]

Facts ❤

[@TEE-nk7jh]

YAH HUURD MEH?!

[@maclac48]

🎯

[@Nessachanel1210]

💕

[@daniellecrews9420]

I lost my Mom in January of this year and yesterday was a bad day for me. I have good days but when those bad days hit I be super emotional thinking about my mom. Thank you Deon for expressing it’s ok to let it out anywhere because it definitely hits me no matter where I am.

[@Blessedwoman68]

So sorry for the lost of your mother, she’s always with you for you are a part of her.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@sharesecombs3931]

One day at a time🙏💕

[@reneeaddison6679]

Praying for you, lost my daughter in January. One day at a time

[@Blessedwoman68]

@@reneeaddison6679 Prayers to you Renee and your family.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@TEE-nk7jh]

Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt condolences I still have mine but almost 25 years later am still grieving the passing of My Maternal GRANDMAMA!

[@txzbelle75]

Ive lost both of my parents. My mom in 2001 and my dad in 2021 ...I'm 48 and I am not the same... and people do leave. I watched his last special and even his stature I could see his pain. It made me cry so hard. We arent ok. Crazy... it feels like I am an orphan.

[@heavenlygardens]

So sorry for your loss. ♡

[@amycuh89]

🫂

[@txzbelle75]

@@heavenlygardens 🙏🏿

[@sherrisolomon2843]

​@@heavenlygardens Thank God for group therapy for issues such as yours. My condolences.

[@Nash0303]

I can't even comprehend how lonely that must feel. I am so sorry.

[@ZimbosPodcast]

We need more interviews with this level of honesty because we teach each other and grow through them.

[@Dionne3116]

So true!

[@roseking8555]

31:44 He is so right . What they don’t tell you is the grief doesn’t go away. As time moves on it becomes less center stage but it is always there. I can relate to those crying episodes that come out of nowhere….

[@Trisha81]

This was a great interview. I especially liked Jess showing her admiration for Deon, it was so genuine. And they let him talk effortlessly. Much respect!

[@lmac5902]

Jess doesn't bring a balance to the men; she's too dude-ish. I miss Angela. If she's selected as the host; like Deon said, if it's not for you than why go to see it. So, I will drop in only when Jess isn't co-hosting because she set the bar really low.

[@khandlez4612]

@@lmac5902 nobody asked you tho,you dropping out wont affect anything 😂

[@lmac5902]

@@khandlez4612 Of course not, low hanging fruit enjoy certain humor, and some fans are surprised that the bar is set so low. Not all fans of the show are like you. I know, I know it will all be okay, we were warned about the dumbing down of America in the late 1990s, ignorance and vulgarity are now the norms. Lastly if you're cool with misinformation than you're good 😊👌🏾

[@Deddrong1]

I loss my mom in 94 when I was 13…I’m 42 now and No it Never gets better and you never get over it but you focus on the good times..Focus on what your Mom would have wanted you to do and or Be…Embrace all the help you can get for it and talk to whoever you feel will listen if you are having a moment from the situation…I Miss and Love My Mom and commend anyone else who goes through this pain on a daily basis….Blessings to you all.!!..🙏🏽❤️❤️..We got this!!!

[@ShangoJamal]

I started grief therapy 4 weeks after my mom passed away on 8-12-22 because I knew, immediately, that otherwise my mind was going to take me into a really dark place. It wasn't weird for me, it was just different. I feel deeply for this great brother. When your mom is your best friend, there is just no explanation of the pain you feel.

[@mattiewilliams1138]

Love him so much; prayers up to him as his conversation about his mom was VERY transparent…..Momma is PROUD of you!!!🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Realist2001]

Having just recently loss my mom, I appreciate his transparency. I'm still dealing with it and trying to still be "me" but his interview shows it's ok to not be. Thank you Deon♥

[@jeleka02]

Deon being transparent & speaking truth about grief and how people act towards you when you're going through it is so real. Thank you Deon and TBC!!

[@swillie7141]

This is one of the best interviews that the Breakfast Club has had in a long time. Deon we love you ❤and you keep on striving ❤!

[@nuleafonlyfe04]

Lost my mother unexpectedly to Covid on February 1, 2021 and I will never be the same. Never. I’m an only child. No father. It was just me and Mommy. I’m physically here but never present. I find myself honestly, just waiting for my day to be with her again. Really. If you have a friend who lost a parent…just call them..and listen. That’s all. Listen. Nothing can make it better but sometimes we just need to get it out.

[@TheMstea1976]

Thank you, Deon Cole for sharing your experience. I can truly relate. My mother passed Dec, 2022, I was preparing to defend my dissertation. I finished and my graduation is June 10th and it is bittersweet. Those moments you want to share and they are not there to celebrate with you.. No one celebrates you stronger than your mother. God bless you, Deon. We're going to make our mama proud. Your message encouraged me to keep going. 😊

[@tamararyals8653]

Love you Deon❤❤❤❤ I applaud you receiving your flowers because a ton of talent from Chicago don't get them. You are very deserving and please know that your mom knows all of the great things that you are doing. I know the pain you are feeling and i am praying for your heart as I pray for mine Yours Truly A Chicago born and raised black woman

[@chanyg1013]

The talk about grief was real. Like many in the comments I've lost my mother as well. It's the kind of feeling you wouldn't wish on anyone. Prayers & Love to those who have lost Loved Ones & are dealing with the grief, pain, & all the different emotions that come along with transition. 💗🙏💗

[@CitizenVids]

Baby, this interview touched me for real. Grief is a B. I lost my best friends (my mom and brother) in 2020, four months apart from each other. All through the beginning of COVID with all the restrictions etc. My mom was in and out of assisted living and hospitals battling dementia and the complications thereof. My older brother was battling a rare disease, amblyodosis, in and out of hospitals. I was my moms main caregiver while also trying to keep an eye on my brother. Worst time of my life, yall. Im just now grasping it all with the help of God and a supportive husband. I feel EVERYTHING D says in this interview. Prayers for all those grieving loved ones.🙏🏽❤️

[@dcp664]

Grief always lingers in the bk of ur mind... do ur best to show love everyday to everyone period leave your mark of love on people

[@anthonycharles8388]

Powerful - the part about grief and friendship - happens way more often than not. Grief is an extremely difficult emotion to sit with and lots of people cannot do it. It’s sad but it’s true. Which is why I encourage everyone who is grieving to go to counseling so there can be at least one person who will be with you

[@oldenoughtoknowbetter5824]

31:30 I understand everything Deon is talking about. When My mother passed, I'd start tearing up randomly, even at work. Thinking of the memories, all that she taught me. being 50 and all of my aunts and uncles are gone. Its a whole new generation of people and kids. "in the world alone" we aren't really, but thats how you feel when you lose a parent I feel bad about people leaving Deon. That didn't happen to me The idea of losing your parents is always there, but you must cherish them while you're here. Spend time. After a health scare, I realized how quickly she could be taken away. I'm so glad I spent the time going out to lunch and talking. I have no regrets. well thats not true, but none about spending

[@feliciacoleman6650]

I was super close to my father I lost him Oct 2022 I watched that one comedy special of Deon Cole and it really hit home when he spoke of his mother Out of a cluster of family and friends I can only speak openly about my father to only 2 of them It is tough My sympathies go out to any body who is suffering a loss🙏🙏🙏

[@bejaylagrone4084]

Boy, wasn't expecting to tear up listing to Deon. 😢

[@reneeaddison6679]

Okay 😢

[@glencro]

Whew, the grief talk really shook me. Lost my mom 13 years ago and there are many days I wish that she could share in special moments that are happening in my life. Lost 3 siblings in the last five years and man, his talk was real. Grief has no time limit. Allow people to heal at their pace and there’s nothing wrong with therapy.

[@luckylefty8741]

I watched his special and broke down. Shit im at work 😢as i write this and just stopped my self from breaking down. My father died in feb 2023 and i cant get past it. Right now im just floating through life😢😢😢

[@valeriehouston6621]

As someone who lost both parents and several aunts, uncles, and cousins in 18 months, Deon was so on point with so many people leaving during grief and me also feeling crazy when something good happens because I miss my folks so much! There’s no way I will ever be the same. So I’m grateful for those that stuck with me till this day! I’m still grieving but healing all at the same time. Prayers to everyone who was drafted into this club🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@moniquehart8623]

God Bless you Deon Cole because losing your mother is the worst feeling ever! I can only imagine the only thing worse is losing your child. When my mom passed, my cousin told me welcome to the club NOBODY EVER wants to be a part of but everybody HAS to join. I understand the grief, being a single kid, and people walking away because you change as you are grieving. Thanks for sharing because you've helped so many people! Praying your strength!

[@tamikas5678]

I been waiting for him to be on here. Deon Cole you are truly love. For those of us that lost our parents and close family members can relate. Praying for you.

[@claudelucas2383]

the 50 club is so real … My father .. grand parents and ALL my uncles and aunts are gone but thank God my mother is still here … she is 86 and i cherish her each and everyday… great interview… Chitown stand up … We see you Cole

[@jessicaweston1096]

Love this interview....been watching him since I was a kid. It's good to see he's accomplishing so many things.

[@realiztik6670]

You are soo beautiful

[@cj10109]

Deon is super cool and real. Love that he doesn’t care and does his own thing 👏🏾

[@antonioabrams7988]

Most men don't have a safe space to talk about loosing a mother. Thanks Deon for speaking your truth as it mirrors mines. I will no longer be the person I was before her death 11/13/2023 but I will work hard at becoming who Im meant to be!

[@resilientred1699]

I needed that grief conversation. It helps me to understand myself better. Prayers and condolences.❤🕊️

[@ms.win_]

🙏🏽

[@frhidaewest3765]

Man tears started comin when he started talkin about his mom. I haven’t lost my mom or my dad, but that made me think about how life would feel if I did man🤦🏿‍♂️💯

[@ironbutterflyy5200]

I love Deon Cole. He is spot on in talking about grieving and losing friends. I lost my mother and yes, it changed me. I’ve lost friends, as a result of what he said. I’m still trying to adjust to this new normal and it’s a very lonely place. Not only do I mourn the death of my mother, but also have to mourn the death of friendships too.

[@kdt272]

Oh my goodness I was so touched by this interview, Deon managed to make me laugh and cry during his interview. Thank you for sharing the love. ❤🙏

[@ariesww]

100% agree with him on losing a parent. I’m different after losing my daddy (also his only child)😢

[@thunderbrown55]

This is the kind of interviews should happen everyday or a segment. He’s career is amazing so entertaining. He is master on the stage. I still in mourning of my parents, it never goes away. Time memories makes it livable and walking in your truth with God🙏🏿👑#Loved the show#keepitinmotion👑💕👑

[@Keyshaw30]

I love Deon!!! I’m a only child too..I’m soo afraid of my mom dying and leaving me! I feel him totally!

[@lady2cherish]

Beautiful interview and so glad yall had him on. Much uplifting and healing energy to you Deon

[@SP-oh6je]

I love Deon Cole. That Netflix special was funny but at the end of it, you felt his pain and I know of people going through that 50/50 Club now. It's life but losing parents you never get over it.

[@vladimirsmith4416]

So highly underrated one of the best!!! Never been disappointed or let down by any of his work!! Yall sleeping he's one of the greatest

[@MrAntd1]

I love Deon Cole! I feel for him losing his moms. I prayed for him after his Netflix special. Watching this interview made me emotional. I still have my mama. But im mid 40's so Its a sobering thought to think about not having your parents.

[@destinynichole5581]

I remember feeling like that when my mom died. It was surreal. Like I mean unbelievable.

[@v8trax]

Love Deon. He put his work in and always kills it on his specials. Miss watching him on Conan.

[@MissTruelove21]

My heart goes out to Deon. It takes a lot to be vulnerable about what you are going through.🖤

[@karenclay6027]

U can see the emotion in Deon eyes when he talks about his mom.. I truly appreciate his stance, I loss my mom too Thanks for sharing

[@MissAshtooU]

We love you, Deon.. I could feel his energy when I was listening to the show this morning, but watching the interview was tough. You can see the pain in his eyes 😢 they always say hard times show you who your real friends are. I hate to hear ppl say they go through ish like this, especially in times of need 😢 God Bless Him and all on this thread that are dealing with a loss of a loved you 🙏🏾❤️

[@GlambitiousNetwork]

We need to start a "Keep Jess on the Team" campaign!!! She's the perfect addition

[@princesurvivor7093]

Condolences Deon, keep ya head up! I lost my mama in 2002(I was 9) n it still fuccs with me as a 30 yr old. Finishin 6th grade, my first football game, first love, finishin Jr high, startin/finishin high school(she didn’t graduate), football games gettin 3 tds, goin thru girl problems, depression, identity crisis cuz she died, dad physically/mentally abusin me, bein homeless, bein arrested, findin my first apt, needin relationship advice, livin longer than her(26-), it all hits different! The first yrs of her death, I’d be out places n look for her cuz I was in denial. Havin nightmares of how she died n her bein alive n all kinds of sh!t! Appreciate ya family cuz like Deon said “u never kno”

[@joannelindsay4977]

Omg he gonna make me cry as soon as the grief discussion begins.....

[@Bettina19801]

I dated Dean's uncle Mike for 17 years until he passed away in 2021. 2 months after Dean's mother passed away. I understand how he is feeling and how people left him. I wish I could talk to Deon.

[@adriennelundy1623]

I literally busted into tears when he talked about grief of losing your mom. It never gets easy

[@LEADSAFEPHILLY215]

damn this grieving part really hit home with me. it's a life before your mom and then it's life after you lose your mom. just gotta take it one day at a time. peace and blessings to everyone on your journey.

[@geraldmorris4184]

One of the Realest Comics Ever I was at your show in AC my Brother when you had us in Tears with Laughter and With Tears after telling us about your Mom…. I truly appreciate You and your Mom for having you to share your Talents with us All…. Your a Real G my Brother… Friend or Not We Love you Bro 💪🏾💪🏾

[@underground27]

That is so real. I am haunted with those thoughts on a daily basis as my mother is 80 years old. We have our tense moments but I try to enjoy each day I do have with her.

[@blessedone612]

As you should, take many pics videos of her and get all of the wisdom that I can soak up. My mom passed in 1998 , my dad is still living, he's always been a excellent father but now the older he gets the meaner he's getting 🤦So we won't call each other days at a time 🤣 I will change that Asap

[@underground27]

@@blessedone612 Indeed!!!! My father passed in 1995 when I was in high school. I still miss him to this day. I recently moved back home to care for my mother after being in Atlanta for 20 years. Its been quite an adjustment but I am so grateful she is still here with us.

[@CEELOW3000]

A fake friend is only there for you when they are getting something from you - a real friend is one who is there for you during the highs and lows and one who realizes that's when they need to give the most to you and not take

[@TheSunshineplace10]

I recently accepted a new position, so i know how he feels about the bittersweet moments/ accomplishments. I know my mom is smiling down on me and SO proud.

[@syebethel]

Here I am, 5 yrs after my mom's passing, listening and grieving all over again. 😭😭 I'm last of 5, so we siblings had each other..... Deon, I don't know how to get thru this, esp with no siblings. As I was told in the first few weeks, you never actually get over it. So I allow myself to stop and cry whenever. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@HoochieDaddyDorian]

I lost my mom a year ago. I understand everything that brother was saying. You change and people just don't understand why. We just don't feel like communicating about what's wrong at that moment because we can't talk about it. As a friend, just realize that its a change that has happened.

[@abbybivins1829]

Deon is one of the best. I love Deon so much ❤

[@randysjanitorial9916]

I totally understand when something good happens, you can’t be happy. My life. But I’m yet thankful and grateful.

[@mscici001]

I know EXACTLY what Deon mean about grieving after a loss, people that are still blessed with their parents just may not understand..one day you will. He people start leaving him because they are not in that space (yet)

[@Uniqueandlovelyllc]

I appreciate the comments he shared about grief. ❤

[@mansamusa9471]

I lost my mom in feburary 2021 and my dad in July ---- my life has slowed down,i cry randomly often

[@erikgermain8517]

This was such a great interview. I can relate with his grief and coping with it. I lost my Dad in 2023 and lost my Mom in 2006. I have not been the same. That orphan feeling is no joke❤.

[@ariesqueen7493]

A friend who is truly a 100% there for YOU will meet you where you’re at in your hurt and pain.

[@william79allen]

Great interview! Deon Cole is one of my favorite comics. I definitely get everything he said about losing someone. It’s been two years since I lost my wife and it’s still tough. 🙏🏾

[@Marie-qt1fb]

This was a great interview 😢 ty for this grief session! My dad has been gone since 2011 it hits me like yesterday

[@mamajc7]

My mother died suddenly in 2020 and my father died suddenly 2022, so I.FEEL.HIS.PAIN 😢. It's one day at a time for me. I really loved and appreciated this interview.

[@jamainde]

I truly miss my mom frfr, we loss our mom in 2020 from Covid-19 😢😢😢 R.I.P Sandra Yearby 🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@MikeThaPhilosopher]

Deon is hands down one of the funniest and slept on comedians of this generation. & he did a hell of a job in the movie Harder They Fall

[@solodolo4098]

One of the most underrated writers.... i loved his writing on Conan O Brien

[@inglewoodhoneyhoney321]

My momma passed in November 2017 of brain cancer. And I was her caretaker for a year. And it still is fresh. But he's definitely on point about friendship. I went out to a club maybe 6mos after my momma passed away and was crying in the bathroom, told by someone to " get over it", and just became reclusive. Stayed to myself. Many didn't understand and I lost some people just for the reasons he said. And a year to the date of her passing, I had to attend a New Employee Job Orientation for 8 hours. Hardest day of my life.

[@getmoneychill6462]

May your mom rest easy I know your pain.I lost my mom in 2020 I noticed I’ve became reclusive & anti social

[@latyshal.2286]

​@@getmoneychill6462🙏🏾❤

[@walterfields3467]

I got to see Deon on NYE in person for the first time and when i tell u this man is one of THEEE NATURALLY funniest human beings on the planet. But what makes him so great and puts him in the category of like DL Hughley & Dave Chappelle is his ability to unapologetically get serious and deep. This was an OUTSTANDING interview and i so appreciate what he had to say esp about grief, losing friends and all of that. There's nothing more impressive than someone with a platform & voice who chooses to be completely transparent & human. God bless that man!!! 👏🏾

[@user-fx8nb3cl8u]

Lost my mom at 54 back in 08 and still to this day I grieve I cry waking up out of dreams but it's ok because in those dreams I get to see her and replay some amazing moments we shared. I know she still watches over me daily. Like he said keep then close to you because they'll forever live thru you 💯🙏

[@matttheking1655]

Probably the most heartfelt interview for this Year…🙏

[@shatings5605]

Deon is such a beautiful person. So transparent ....his ability to express what so many can't

[@50somethang]

Thanks for sharing Deon - I became part of that club in February this year. I lost my mother unexpectedly, one day she was smiling and talking to me the next day she was gone. Love on your ppl while they are still here. The hurt is immense.

[@73saundra]

Thank you Deon for real transparency. Praying for your peace, comfort and genuine friendships.

[@bookerfiggins6624]

In 3 years, I lost my father, then my daughter, then 2 months after her, my best friend, then my mother. And I never showed the pain to anyone, but as I watched this interview....I broke!!! The grieving struggle is real, like he said, but you have to keep pushing.

[@JacqlynCharles]

Are you ok

[@bookerfiggins6624]

@The Women Are Worthy Network every day is a work in progress, but I'm getting there slowly. But I am ok and THANK YOU FOR ASKING!!

[@mirrorwashington7608]

Sending healing energy to Deon Cole. Your healing process is your process. Get through grow through it!

[@Mtanica]

I totally felt Deon's point about loss. I lost my mom, then my Nana who raised me. There's no one left to be proud of you and that's hard.😢 My condolences to us all who are going through this.

[@sheed_da_comic]

everything he said about grieving & losing people is exactly what im going thru now. i just lost my mother almost 2 weeks ago & i lost my father almost 3 years ago & im seeing i had a lot of associates posed as friends cause folks ain't even check on me or come to my mother's funeral. i appreciate charlemagne acknowledging he sucks at being there for people in those moments & asked the question on how can he changed that. a lot of folks need to ask that question. it's heartbreaking when you realize you have no more parents, grandparents or blood aunts & uncles. just your siblings & a few cousins

[@patricesims6410]

Great interview!! Thanks Deon for being so vulnerable and speaking your truth about losing your Mom. I felt like you was talking to me. I am an only child too and lost both of my parents within the last 6 yrs. I still feel the same way as you described in this interview. As the old folks say, it will get better in the by and by. I am living a witness.

[@kristinwornum7126]

Fam Deion cole had me tears talking bout his mom and losing friendships. That was me two years ago. I had to let some friends go who just couldn’t see the new normal I was facing.

[@Tavymckenzie]

Awesome interview and I love seeing black men get real about their feelings and show vulnerability. Beautiful

[@pthabwhitehurst3375]

I hold him in high regard. As soon as he said "Welcome to the club" during his special bam it hit me 😪my mom died suddenly in 2020. My grief comes in waves and dealing with it and me can be difficult at times. I totally understand what he means about the lonely spots with family and friends. It is still hard to navigate to this day. But with God, prayer, and patience it will soon work its way out.

[@martineterrell1798]

My sincere condolences to you Deon Cole. I lost my mom in 2015 and I talk about her everyday and miss her so. 😢

[@dcp664]

Ive lost so.many people since 2014, its a real numb feeling, some days u may smile then some days u definitely think n wonder n cry, its mind blowing....