Issa Rae Shares The Moments That Changed Her Life Forever | Bustle

It all started with a script from 'Moesha.'
You know Issa Rae from 'Insecure' on HBO, from 'Awkward Black Girl,' from 'The Lovebirds,' from 'Little.’ She produces 'A Black Lady Sketch Show.' She runs an Atlantic Record imprint, Raedio. She runs the production company, Issa Rae Presents, that makes 'Insecure.' She founded ColorCreative to represent underrepresented writers. She's got Emmy and Golden Globe nominations and a Peabody award. So how did a self-proclaimed “awkward girl” get to the place that she is today?
It all started back in 1996, with a script from 'Moesha' and a dissatisfaction for the Black stories that Hollywood wanted to tell. She decided to stop talking sh*t and start making sh*t and hasn't looked back since.
While you wait for 'Insecure' Season 5 (or rewatch Season 4), watch this Issa Rae interview to see how the 'Insecure' creator and star came to be.
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[@CHARLESHARDIN96]

“I thought he was gassing me because god told him to” 😆😆😂😂

[@ifeanyiisiekwena9917]

God*

[@Entertainer145]

@@ifeanyiisiekwena9917 💫 Thank You For Putting Thee Capital G* Legit Father Lord God Deserves A L L Thee Proper Acknowledgement and Respect 🧖🏽😇🙏🏾 💫

[@loulousworld92]

@@ifeanyiisiekwena9917 GO away !!!

[@ThatLadyDray]

@@loulousworld92 practice the tolerance you desire

[@dyoung2739]

Laurette isiekwena ❤️🙏🏾exactly

[@Bendueee]

The Awkward Black Girl series changed my life!

[@kadijanyambi]

A classic

[@elevatedcharmm3345]

I go and watch it when I feel depressed... it helps

[@Bendueee]

@@elevatedcharmm3345 me too

[@spiritualinsiderr]

Yes!!

[@tiisetsonyikolebese]

I would really wanna watch it

[@Razor_Bunny_]

Issa was never really awkward. It wasn't her. It was them.

[@chioma916]

lovely

[@ImRah510]

Big facts!

[@zorawatts2409]

period

[@mickal3311]

This comment has changed My life. .

[@Razor_Bunny_]

@@mickal3311 ❤️🔥

[@jadoresophya]

"I thought he was gassing me because God told him to" 👌🏾🤣

[@babyv2992010]

I lost it at that part ☠😂

[@whatsonhermind1768]

LOL

[@destinixshakur]

Lmfao so funny lol

[@devontawhite]

I always appreciate Issa for being real and black AF. 🙌🏿

[@ILoveEals]

Why you racist I’m real where my congrats?

[@justisleague4021]

@@ILoveEals boy if you don’t get off KZbin and take ya racist self to some consulting to get your mind right cuz you need some help buddy

[@linzyc4696]

YES! 🖤 i’m obsessed with her lmaooo

[@Dediskated]

@@justisleague4021 blacks are probably the most racist race nowadays man, c'mon.

[@lnfil]

@mic mac i guess the burning of our cities didn’t exist then?

[@brejslim3790]

Insecure is definitely our generations version of moesha, living single, etc. thank you Issa!

[@sarahregli5244]

She is so gorgeous and talented

[@ILoveEals]

Are you gay?

[@ericakane6388]

She is naturally and effortlessly funny 😄

[@Ferrist1]

I've been watching Issa since I was 22...9 years later and I'm still hyped about her content. It's only gotten better.

[@futrpdr]

I was sad to hear about Insecure ending 😭😢

[@stephimarie5474]

Same

[@jcmea13]

Content? I think it makes more sense to refer to it as her work or her art

[@misso4213]

Same! She continues to be such an inspiration!

[@teetee9269]

I love Issa’s body of work so much. She really showcases the Black lady characters that are typically missing, in most other popular productions. Thank you Issa for doing what you do🙏🏾.

[@AlwaysAmeera]

Awkward black girl was such a breath of fresh air!

[@dandnclaxton]

ABG changed MY LIFE! You’re right, before you, we didn’t see “us” anywhere. I mean the last time I’d seen something that resounded with ME was Sister Sister! ABG filled a huge void and we LOVED IT and you for creating it!

[@boitumelodibetso8719]

Sis been doing things! Every small step leads to a bigger moment.

[@soniadavis-bey6102]

I got soooo much love for Issa. I still go back and watch awkward black girl. Keep shining ✨✨✨✨

[@futrpdr]

Man, she's beautiful (inside and out it seems)! She's definitely helping push DSBW (dark-skinned black women) to the forefront.

[@HolisticDramaFree]

been watching awkward black girl since 6th grade and put all my friends onto it but they were SLEEPING on the show bc they weren't awkward so they didn't vibe with it the same way I did lol. but her representation REALLY made me feel like I wasn't an oreo, or a weirdo, or had white girl hips bc my booty was different or any other insecure things my half siblings told me I was or anyone at school who were wearing weaves n I had my african print on and afro told me I was. She really gave me confidence and made me feel like I too could be as unique as I wanted to be. My fav scene was one of the last ones in ABG when they had the step competition I was in tears on the floor lol.

[@4thhorseman931]

Good lord. Black is beautiful.

[@Sheed96]

I think to my self I'm proud to be a black man, like look at this woman good god

[@LisaMariesmile]

💯💗

[@adrianmalonejr.2692]

Fun fact: Issa Rae , Jidenna, and Richard Sherman all went to Stanford at the same time!

[@shankapa3182]

Jidenna a whole snack.. so is Issa

[@muse5633]

"the old and the rusted" 😂😂

[@shankapa3182]

'I thought he was gassin me cause God told him to ..' Q U E E N!

[@garyphillips1860]

She's gorgeous

[@nakedfeetkitchen]

i'm finna put me in some Issa Rae braids

[@khadiah5486]

“I thought he was gassing me ... cause Hod told him too “ LMAO 😂 ❤️

[@kiyparadise]

Gotta love ISSA 😍❤️🔥👑

[@thee.straight.talker239]

I love issa rae so much 😭❤she's my role model , I'm a 16 year old female aspiring actress and very passionate ..Hope one day we meet 😭😭❤I also love her voice so bad ❤not mentioning how crazy she acts !! Never felt this way about someone ❤❤❤❤❤

[@lucyinthesky4682]

When she said 'Where's the stuff I watched in the 90s, where are we?' I got chills. I could feel tears prick my eyes. I'm a white Civil Rights Lawyer who grew up in the 90s and black culture, black people were so influential in my career decision, my life decisions honestly. The world is a better place with this powerful, beautiful woman in it. I'm grateful she's inspiring millions of little black girls that their voices and talents will be seen and heard too.

[@cjbfire95]

I just got turned on to Insecure last week season 4 while visiting a friend. I was smoking and so was she on that episode when she was about to burn the yoga mat. I've binged was all of them such a good show and Issa is beautiful 😍

[@djcatsuitsonaboat]

i died when she talked about the play from church. lol

[@Brainhoneywalker]

Issa Rae: “That web series ended up changing my life ...” Us: That web series ended up changing the world. Nobody watches it and leaves unchanged. Oh! And thanks for that “ovaries of steel” comment at the Oscars, “Congratulations to those men.😐”

[@jeralinsunflower7300]

Love her so much! Awkward black girl came out when I was in the 7th grade and instantly related to it and love it so much! I still do till this day!

[@kahned9236]

I want to meet her so bad

[@cdpiff3416]

Ok.... Not KRAZY just a fan... Alright

[@spicybrvt]

I was the only black girl in most of my classes. ABG was my safe space growing up and it put me on to Childish Gambino 🥲

[@studio817withmissjae3]

Issa is so naturally funny. I admire her so much

[@tvtalkwithavi]

Happy belated birthday Issa, and you should wear braids like that more often, nice protective style and they look beautiful in you

[@darkgoddess417]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@nicholasmassengale8649]

Issa is a major inspiration coming from youtube to known face on a huge network is dope on some many levels.

[@kitaonokale1569]

The Old and the Rested, I'm dying 😂

[@Sam-0827]

All these outfits on Issa are made more beautiful than before

[@tiffanyfrancis2930]

I love love love her!!!

[@kelsey3824]

Wow, so grateful for Issa. I love the styling of the black leather chaps and tank, the olive blazer, big hat and those earrings. She’s so beautiful

[@allisonmitchell7379]

I LOVE Issa!! She is so bomb. I loved her in Insecure that tv was so good and she was hilarious! She is a great actress

[@shakhinabellamy4547]

Made her own table! Respect. 👌🏽

[@briellereneemusic3592]

I read her book "Awkward Black Girl" just as I was entering college. Relatable and kept me laughing. ❤️

[@marquishahunter1]

“I thought he was gassing me because God told him to” of course. lol

[@skiniminonochie]

Issa is the Epitome of Beauty...certainly a blueprint. Brains, Beauty and Talent

[@luisavina4831]

She is GORGEOUS😍😍😍😍😍

[@honeymoney23]

I love this!

[@SumthinAboutAce]

Amazing ✨✨

[@krystlemontalvo6774]

Lol she is so captivating yet relatable! I love her.

[@kloudchild]

ABG definitely was a moment that made me! I remember when my mom called me while I was at college and told me to watch it right away because she saw me. I watched it and saw myself represented. Life changer and a fan ever since 🤍

[@thandekamavimbela3261]

I love Issa's work and how she uses her platform!

[@trishrutendoganda8714]

She is so inspirational

[@MyEccentricMind]

I'm so grateful for Issa!

[@youknowwhatflav9916]

Smart and beautiful 😍

[@stephanieyorke514]

Wow! Congratulations Issa! Keep on reaching for the stars! Peace and blessing!♥️

[@_drankocean]

Thank you Issa

[@davonadams1193]

You the truth for real 💯

[@SweetGaBrownin]

I loved ABG...Issa, thank you Queen!💙🙏🏽

[@linzyc4696]

Happy Black History Month! ☺️🖤

[@inmycorner]

Cannot love her any more than I do already! She is an inspiration! 😍

[@Maya-nq6ko]

every time i see issa i love her & identify so much more *chefs kiss*

[@trishrutendoganda8714]

Issa is so beautiful

[@thembelihlemasina3018]

AMAZING.

[@whatsonhermindblog123]

I STAN ISSA. I've been rocking with her since her YT series

[@issaread5937]

I love you so much! Issa Rae inspires me!🥰🌹

[@twiheartloverfyi]

She's so effortlessly funny.

[@gradualuprisintheory]

Luv Issa! I haven't even see her show. Only awkward black girl when it dropped. Waiting for new episodes and alwAys wanting more. Juss so funny and beautiful. Talent.

[@daniellehundley4145]

I love you issaaaaaa!!!

[@Ana-dq7lw]

Incredible

[@simplyme922]

Wow Issa truly everything I didn't know about you. That was great.

[@Smoovazznymph]

She said "I thought he was gassin me because God told him to" I HOLLERED 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣She is unintentionally HILARIOUS 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Meron-df5ve]

It is Sad that the children have to go to a space of isolation & are made to feel awkward in their own skin 😢 Heartbreaking.!

[@ousontmeslunettes9891]

I support everything Issa Rae 💯👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😍❤👏🏾

[@nalinnlong2964]

i love you so much!!

[@torigreen9439]

Love, love Issa! She is so inspiring ❤

[@jeromefl09]

She's so lovely.

[@antoniarashida]

Inspiration 💜

[@clairer42]

She’s awesome!

[@michellesmotivation777]

Super talented 💗💗💗

[@UXtatic]

'Noooo bitch that I know, would do this'...😂😂😂😂🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️

[@fourthgirl]

Love you, Issa!

[@Aplaceformermaids]

Sooo inspirational

[@xochitlgarcia1]

love her

[@tkaypasipamire]

She’s stunning!

[@asmamerdi]

love her

[@LIBRAFIGHTERAGOD]

Fire

[@prettyqueen573]

Love her 💗

[@GlacticSoul]

She’s soooo dope 💚💐

[@BetweenTheVeil]

I loveeeee her, sis is gorgeous✨

[@LiahB]

Love her

[@nateawilliams7309]

Love her!

[@classical421]

SO talented!

[@cleopatramyers6134]

Issa is my heart

[@confessionsofagoodgirl]

Issa is everything!!! I love her!!!

[@jaechea7644]

Such a QUEEN

[@graciaxxl8808]

Issa inspires me so much ❤️

[@morrissahdbitchhh2534]

Yesss I love Issa ❤️

[@wilmariae]

I love Issa! ❤️

[@desmondstearns3645]

Absolutely love her ❤️

[@bigbambi718]

She’s gorgeous and so well spoken!!