John Henton Admits Car Accident Hurt His Career After 'Living Single' - Pierre's Panic Room

www.comedyhype... - For a new episode of Pierre's Panic Room, comedian John Henton stops by to discuss his career and more. During their conversation, Henton would admit to Pierre that his infamous car accident would impact his career. Instagram: @ComedyHype & Twitter: @ComedyHype_

[@jeremylawson6648]

I deeply respect how candid older cats are about their mistakes.

[@johnnylingo2488]

In My middle age I find myself being able to talk about those embarrassing hurtful moments because of time distance and maturity.. along with the hopefully new perspective on life

[@DiabolikalFollikles]

That’s where we SHOULD be at this developmental stage. We should be serving as mentors.

[@Tootsthatsme]

I'm glad to hear it from himself but I hate it ended your career glad you came out fine stay blessed🙏🏾💪🏾

[@DMV_B]

Exactly! He owned up to his eff-up and said his career failed because he wasn't giving good auditions....and he wasn't giving good auditions because he wasn't at his best after the accident....Very honest critique....

[@thekeith-donovanexperience]

It helps the new comers

[@kkv6124]

Damn, I didn't even know that accident occurred. He healed up well on the outside, I hope he's strong mentally 🙏 .

[@queenladybug1702]

I wonder if it's because social media isn't like it is now 🤔

[@queenladybug1702]

@Twean now we have all outlets of social media, social media wasn't like that years ago when he had his accident.

[@queenladybug1702]

@King Woochi 👋

[@georgettesmith1798]

So True & RIGH YOU ARE STILL HERE John Hent Amen

[@tjneverdefeated4394]

John is taking accountability for his actions. Pierre keeps trying to get him to play victim but he ain’t having it 😂

[@deez596]

"Luck is 7&11. God pulled me up out that car." Blessed to tell it 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 man I love me some John Henton.

[@PazzoScansafatiche]

Totally agree. God had a really powerful purpose for his soul. I believe he has the potential to become a pastor unless he already became one. With him preaching the Sacred Gospel to people seeking salvation. He could recruit more souls for Christ's faithful congregation.

[@joseyeastwood]

Pierre and John looking like long lost brothers.

[@mkb5984]

For Real!

[@youngforever926]

Lol

[@blasian_nate]

Brah!!! 😂🤣🤣🤣

[@PTO_Finesse]

I though it was him and they was getting his take looking back at his career…. Man this some good 💨🍃

[@fungi42o0]

I thought that was him

[@antjonz]

Martin and Living Single helped make the 90s arguably the best decade ever! He sounds and looks incredible! I'm glad he's better. Thanks John "Overton Wakefield Jones" Henton for a great time in my life!

[@derrickkimmons8785]

Don't forget NewYork Undercover

[@nanny-masway5948]

Most Definitely ❤

[@phyllisbrown6916]

You learn something new everyday...didn't know he had an addiction and overcame. Great actor

[@janetsims180]

Was thinking the same thing

[@blackturkdog]

I first saw him on the Arsenio Hall show. He was funny asf. Then he went to Living Single. I really thought he was gonna blow up.

[@Listening4n0w]

He was a very good looking man. He still looks amazing! I love that he said this don't have anything to do with luck, The Most High is why he's still here! AMEN 🙌🏾

[@donnpolo9048]

What about kids that die tho

[@ozon3Easy]

How you gone put “was” then say “still” 😂

[@fadethechannel]

Well seeing as though there is no god, it was definitely luck. If your god supposedly saves people from crashes, then he must also let people die in crashes. And usually drunk drivers are the ones that live. Kinda fucked up, don’t ya think? 🙄 you damn christians are funny af lol

[@kimbronson3520]

So God was looking out for us during 400 years of Brutal Slavery, Jim Crow, Segregated, mass incarceration and police brutality against unarmed people? We don't need that kind of USELESS help.

[@OttertheSkysplitter]

😑

[@nerdbamarich2063]

Mr Overton himself. Loved him on living single and glad to see him alive and doing well.

[@carsondouglas8600]

He's a great thespian.💐 i believed over was a handyman. Love his personality. Him and Sinclair was soul mates.

[@nerdbamarich2063]

@@carsondouglas8600 absolutely I agree

[@cocomo3141]

@@carsondouglas8600 they was the bestest!!!! I thought they was a couple in real life 🤣🤣🤣.

[@PJ-qs7xz]

@@carsondouglas8600 Overton & Sinclair did seem like soul mates.

[@carsondouglas8600]

@@cocomo3141 actually, john dated Regine in real life.

[@VogonPoetry]

Wonderful Actor. Such a painful example of excess and inebriation. So glad no one died. This should be a book

[@phyllisglover879]

His testimony shows how serious DUI can affect a person’s life. 😢

[@mikegardens]

This is why it is scary to drive in LA. Imagine being so high or drunk that you don't even remember getting into a car to drive it. It's a miracle that he didn't kill anyone. A true miracle he survived.

[@indiejones4683]

Why just LA?

[@2byfycards378]

Lol weed don’t do that

[@focused4841]

I hate driving in la. Peple suck at driving there and speed limit is rarely enforced

[@Diggi1027]

@@focused4841 You have never been to Arizona then lol. Half the ppl yet in 5th place next to Los Angeles in accident rates. You will wonder why do they even have stop signs to begin with. And nobody at all uses a blinker. 🤣🤣

[@focused4841]

@@Diggi1027 Lol i drove an 18 wheeler in AZ. Its not as bad as Cali. Especially LA. i think LA might be the worst in the country. I heard Houston is very bad, but i never been.

[@bawintermage8351]

First, thank God he survived. Not only the accident but the addictions. If you ever doubted that God gives second chances.....Trust in the Lord.

[@kyaunaholloway1965]

I like how John kept putting the emphasis on it I'm not lucky I'm blessed!! Ppl don't want to hear nor acknowledge that oh well long as he know!

[@bawintermage8351]

@@kyaunaholloway1965 , you are right, but powerful testimonials of God's Mercy and Grace cant be dismissed.

[@PJ-qs7xz]

AMEN

[@kyaunaholloway1965]

@Ba Winterman Amen! That just further let's me know where we stand when folk brush stuff like that off. Don't get me wrong ppl have different beliefs etc.. but don't try and brush em off after you've asked him a question let em get his testimony on.. if he said hallelujah would you have also been bothered. I'm like this let me know up front what you allow on your show, because if you have an problem/feel a certain type of way for me acknowledging my Lord than thanks but no thanks point blank Period. Ijs

[@kyaunaholloway1965]

@Ba Wintermage my bad.. don't get me wrong wasn't saying they had to have church.. u get where I'm coming from 😊

[@SatanbutspelledBroderick]

My favorite sitcom of all time, glad to see him after so long❤️

[@carsondouglas8600]

Overton Wakefield 😆💐

[@lishajohnson1958]

I still watch the show... hilarious 😂

[@illmatic826]

Martin and the Wayans Bros were better

[@lishajohnson1958]

@@illmatic826 there both hilarious lol

[@kevinwalton2697]

Fun Fact: Pierre was Overton’s stunt double in Living Single

[@waybackretroreviews]

😅😂🤣💯

[@prakstaz]

Lol yo them niggaz do look alike

[@jeauxg.6444]

I was looking for this comment 😂

[@chethighsmith8958]

@@jeauxg.6444 Me too

[@C-Lyfe85]

Damn how many stunts did they have to do on living single. Wasn't like it was an action thriller.

[@ahmad.tillery.1987]

The doctors did a.brilliant job reconstructing his face, he looks great. God is good all the time.

[@mimithomas]

John is walking testimony miracle God bless him

[@kenwood_4729]

this is crazy to hear this story because I was doing community service with him that day in california (L.A.) lol we was all wondering why is Overton doing community service with us regular folks 😂

[@ericabelcher8760]

Wow! That's crazy!

[@lql1094]

Because EVERYBODY is regular folk.

[@mzkittym.5450]

I remember the accident being in the media. Watched the episodes w/ him wearing glasses & standing in 1 spot. Amazing God's grace is beyond measure. 🙏🏾

[@OM-ph9he]

Big Facts!

[@shaunabennett6994]

Right and I feel like I remember him having a cane, too

[@Got2bedestiny]

Wow I don’t remember those… gotta rewatch them now

[@mzkittym.5450]

@@shaunabennett6994 oh yeah ✅

[@nique2654]

​@@Got2bedestinysame

[@awms9241]

I remember going to one of his shows when he came home in Cleveland at Improv. He was in food/bar area and made it a point to speak and wave to fans waiting to go in for seating. We're proud of him in our city ..

[@Rob8041289]

I hit the blunt and clicked on the video and almost thought Pierre was talking to himself lol

[@716Duece]

🤣 " We suppose to be brothazz" 🤣

[@Rob8041289]

@@716Duece lmao

[@misst3016]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@chrisglenn2096]

😂😭😂😭😂😭😂

[@shelocsher2396]

😂😂😂

[@mrlungs1]

If He ain't have a Complex about his eye before this Interview I think pierre helped him have one now...sheesh. lol

[@evonza4858]

The fact that John and Pierre both are still here is a blessing live your best lives Brothas and keep it moving ❤️🖤💚🙏🏽❤️🖤💚

[@terekalynn5505]

I watch Living Single every day and wondered whatever came of Mr. Henton. I am SO glad to see he is alive and well. Here are your flowers Ovie!! 🌹💐

[@deirdrehollins3231]

Him and Sinclair were married and were Spirit's parents on One on One with Flex Alexander and Kyla Pratt...

[@ajwriter5699]

140 mph and still alive 🤯🤯🤯 But God!!!

[@56Flea]

Always wondered what happen to him after the Hughley show glad he’s still in good spirits

[@brandnewcole]

Actually realizing I'm glad we didn't have as much access and information about our celebrities back in the day as they do now!!

[@illmatic826]

That’s why I hate social media, too much information about strangers

[@88K-d6h]

They look like brothers. 8 Ball and Quarter potcket

[@tarawalker7193]

Certainly do.

[@dajuanjackson8205]

Breh I didn’t even know this was Pierre’s shit…. Threw me all the way off lmao Spider man meme ! Lmao

[@Keviekev115]

lmfao they legit do look alike too

[@larrydingle77]

Right I always thought that

[@HughesTamiLee]

He shared to honestly and openly. This interview could help save lives.

[@s.r.hadden525]

I saw John perform at Caroline's after his accident, a very genuine dude hung out with us after the set. answered questions we had straight up class act

[@chelee8804]

Glad that they protected him from the public after all of this. Social media leaves no stone unturned nowadays.

[@iysha423]

I liked this interview...their energy is dope..and I'm glad God seen fit to spare his Life..🙏🏾💯 it wasn't luck it was the Lord 💯💯💯

[@godisgood5038]

EXACTLY!!!!!! People need to acknowledge our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! God bless you ABUNDANTLY!

[@Carmine.Falcone]

Amen

[@fparker8088]

AMEN 🙏

[@Stanlayy-em4fk]

Alcohol and FOMO go hand in hand. It could be 4am, and you done been to 2-3 different parties but Alcohol and fear of missing out will make you decide to go check out a fourth one. Checkmate.

[@contradataxman2991]

That nigga said he didn’t want to miss out on that cocaine…not another party…I ain’t never been drunk and hit 2 or 3 parties and felt FOMO from another party…don’t know wtf u talm bout 😂

[@sarahpalmer9461]

Thank God for His angels that worked overtime that night. I am glad you are still with us and now you get the opportunity to share your experiences and God can still get the Glory. Love 💘 from Upper Marlboro MD.

[@kermitalexander6655]

i remember working at circuit city and selling him a tv in 97 in Cleveland 😎 Really cool cat

[@virgo8717]

Randall Mall?

[@kermitalexander6655]

@@virgo8717 yes

[@DJSIGHT1]

I worked with John a few times he's really kool down earth brother.

[@shorty63136]

I really enjoy both Pierre & John Henton (to this day!). Shout out to this transparent conversation & so glad we’ve got him with us. I’m sure that was a hard lesson to learn, but grateful he’s still here.

[@mizzdeluxx]

I was taking a trip and was at the DFW airport. Standing right in front of me in the security check line was none other than Mr. Henton himself. Naturally, I felt like, Nah that ain't him.. then I was like shhhiddd yes it is!!! I didn't even speak to him and regretted it later. He may not have wanted the attention. So, I kept quiet respectfully. When he walked up to security the guard said "Look at Overton " I felt like dang, I should have said what I wanted to, which was, "Thank you for everything you have done, I love and appreciate you!"

[@NDGOCHYLD]

That's how I met Pierre ( the first time was at Starbucks he was sitting right in front of me). I got an autograph. The second time he was at my local CVS standing in line. Cool dude. This was least six years ago.

[@KelahCash]

I'm thankful to hear his side of everything. I had read articles, but it's nice to get an updated account straight from his mouth. I thank God he is alive, well & giving God all the credit! Honest, humble dude.

[@Dominion-1]

Lesson in life: If *"My boy"* calls me up to purchase coke from a dealer then he's not *"My boy"* he's *"My enemy."* * If your friend is turning you on to drugs then he's not your friend cause nine times out of ten the drug dealer is giving a cut to *"Yo boy"* for turning him on to you. * *"A righteous man is cautious in friendship,* *but the way of the wicked leads them astray."* *Proverbs 12:26*

[@Rob774]

We get the morale part of the story. He will be the first to tell you that drugs wasn't a good thing for him.

[@catalystwarcry8983]

Fun fact: F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Was the spin-off of living single!! Living single was waaay better

[@HoodHandyman]

I been through a simular situation being hardheaded not listening to my boy. I feel his pain. He is a great actor and one of the standouts of the show.

[@TonyBakercomedy]

I respect the accountability and the gratitude

[@nagiasymoffical242]

My God he’s a walking miracleeee😭😭 Nobody but Gods grace was upon him and he looks great!!

[@TheGrandma50]

I never heard of his accident I'm so glad he recovered nobody's perfect it was what it was and he learned his lesson keeping him in prayer 🙏 still looking good and sounding good just teach others and share your story you'll save so many others may God continue to watch over and blessed you and your family much love to you all 💜

[@blessedtg9702]

Glad John gave God all the glory!! Praise God for him surviving and keeping his comedic energy.

[@mattisonbunch8132]

Keep doing ya thing P loving the interviews. I didn't even know my man was in a accident. 💪🏾💪🏾🔥

[@RogerMance]

I thought he was joking when he mentioned Coke...I never would've guessed

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

Did he really have a coke habit? I never knew about his accident or what really happened to him after _'The Hughley's._ I'm glad he survived and hope he's turned his life around.

[@laurenharris9832]

He literally just said he did in this video😂

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

@@laurenharris9832 To me it kind of sounded like a joke so I wasn't sure.

[@cchisolm92cc]

@@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect who jokes about doing coke?

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

@@cchisolm92cc comedians...

[@lavellegiles122]

Coke is so common in Hollywood. We only just hear about the crazy stories involving coke use though because no one is gonna just openly talk about casually doing coke at a party

[@iluvmyboba]

GOD'S Grace and Mercy is sho'nuff real. Praise HIM!!!

[@JohnLee-nj9pw]

Can't front. He was my favorite character on Living Sinlge. Always funny and directly to the point.

[@melaneedebro2505]

I remember hearing about the accident and the media saying he was drunk. Honestly I was praying for him. Loved his stand up, him on living Single and the Hugleys. When he came back to work, I could tell his injuries. Always enjoyed John Henton.

[@christinahendrix2196]

Excellent preview. Cant wait to watch the full interview. This show is a hit Pierre! You do a great job interviewing these guests!!

[@tula_tracey]

You two actually look like brothers

[@Heretoslayyy]

Please let this man know PEOPLE TODAY NEED HIS PRIOR PLASTIC FACE SURGEON’S HELP cause folks out here being a whole nother people. Whole nother nation out here. WTF 😳 that surgeon is awesome awesome.😦

[@eddiemac-637]

I knew he looked different from what he looked like and not because of age

[@daddydocdubois5027]

I know I couldnt put my finger on it

[@willia3r]

I never noticed.

[@amacieforever9474]

My same thoughts

[@radman0728]

This looks like two twins interviewing each other.

[@falsettogod5853]

two twins

[@MatJustChillin]

THEY LOOK LIKE TWINS 😂

[@Heretoslayyy]

Could pass for brothers ….. should do a comedy movie.

[@residentrump3271]

Did *NOT* know this happened! Glad Mr Henton survived such a horrible accident

[@SunRayBabyJ]

Why is Pierre so focused on his eye????!!! My goodness how many times is he going to mention it!

[@tymck9694]

Exactly

[@keenankong8537]

Was thinking the same thing

[@Cusp_of_magic]

Right!! Damn🤦🏾‍♀

[@savtrill333]

Thank you!!! He said he not lucky he blessed, so many people get those two confused.

[@rickjohnson4694]

You don’t remember anything but you remember everything, I’m glad you good though

[@lamontscales2645]

If this is not the realest interview I have seen in a looooooong time, damm he kept it real man!

[@fivestepsforward4723]

Facts.

[@cchisolm92cc]

i never knew ANY of this. I know that no one is perfect but hearing this was a shock to say the least. It just goes to show you that celebrities go through a lot as well.

[@jazmenwashington4739]

Glad to see Mr.Henton he looks good!

[@isitmeeTV]

Pierre did a whole 4 minute set about his eye

[@jeffreys.brathwaite]

I would like to SEE that ..... lolol

[@sallyhemings2295]

😂right! He was relentless about that eye 👁️ 😂

[@3mrwright]

The way Pierre is doing this interview just feels weird to me.

[@reneearmstead5116]

Yes it does ,he won't get off his eye for nothing

[@TheKoalaBro96]

DO NOT DRINK DRIVE NO MATTER WHAT

[@ronaldturner5733]

Yeah dont DRINK AND DRIVE. U SHOULD DRINK THEN DRIVE😳

[@ewash1984]

Best thing to do is get an Uber 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@0000YumYum0000]

So reckless

[@stellabellafontay9366]

Had no idea that the accident was his fault or that he lost an eye. These are powerful admissions. The truth shall set you free. Wow!

[@sweetrose19]

I knew something about him looked different with his eyes. Wow that’s amazing he survived this accident and he didn’t kill anyone.

[@pambrown6319]

"I just went Little Richard on you"🎤🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣💣💥💯💯💯💯💯

[@ralphjolly65]

You’re blessed my brother, Wasn’t your time yet , just another story to be told in the chapter of your life

[@malcolmmuhammad7993]

This looks like Pierre is interviewing himself in a parody 😂

[@brittinieoutley8880]

wow!!!! I thought Pierre was John Henton this WHOLE TIME!!!!!!!! Dang, they look alike. This interview is a trip to watch lol.

[@yayo2211]

He is a great actor and loved him on Living Single

[@ninaangelique4811]

Obie🙌🏾🥰🙌🏾

[@marquittabaxter303]

They favor each other so much and damn this interview is deep.

[@ShesFromVenus]

Obiiiie! 🥰 I never knew this happened to him. The addiction or accident didn’t take him. Thank God. 🙌🏽💛

[@carolynbratton7827]

Would be very interesting if only host would let him speak and stop interrupting. So glad he came out of accident alive and well.

[@JohnDoe113]

This did my son dirty with the thumbnail lmao🤣

[@34Burkes]

I said the same thing

[@PJ-qs7xz]

?

[@popseeco1]

Wow! Fantastic interview! Glad he made it!

[@TheLovely990]

Great actor! love him on Living Single. Glad he is doing well.💕💕

[@BLAZE45]

The mike Epps of the 90s lol

[@damiondinky]

Look like brothers or twins

[@Neatness62]

Wow, he needs to think about becoming a motivational speaker because it was nothing, but the grace of god that spared his life. So many people young and old need to hear his story because day in and out they are facing the same decisions and challenges and often make the wrong choice and his story could save lives.

[@gomerhanger2285]

Nihgga lucky he’s still alive and didn’t kill someone.

[@jaywalker3553]

Great freaking interview man 👍🏾

[@tarawalker7193]

Blessed to be here! yes sir, I'll take the L on the eye! So glad you were still here.

[@goodbrothersteve]

They look just alike

[@Nayahpooh012]

Pierre could have exercised more sensitivity during this interview. I’m disgusted with how he conducted himself. Why would he think this was appropriate?!

[@startsumtin]

John Henton walked so Pierre could sit 🤣🤣🤣

[@thisislogout]

" I don't remember a thing!" ..... " I went down Highland, 'cause we was in Hollywood, (who is "we"?) and, um, Cuhenga.. I went pass the Hollywood bowl, I got on the 101, I went through a fence, and I hit some rocks..."

[@I_Love_my_adblock4408]

🙋🏾‍♂️ Pierre never fails to interrupt his guest no matter how intriguing their story is.

[@karendorsey4780]

I remember hearing about his accident ! He’s right to acknowledge that God saved his life! Glad to see him doing well!

[@stephaniedavis4986]

Gv him water

[@MrKamawe]

I was wondering if he was always cross eyed but the man actually lost an eye 😳😱

[@audreymo63]

Yeah I never knew what happened either .I'm so glad he did this interview and so thankful he's alive

[@michelebartlett3921]

Still adorable & personable. I'm sorry to see he had such terrible problems. I'm very glad he is in recovery

[@BeauAmoureux]

Damn! Well, if he had an NSX back in the day, he can’t say he was “underpaid”! 😂 And I’m glad he made it out that thang alive.

[@76kamikazi]

every single black actors in sitcoms were grossly underpaid compared to their white counterparts who shows were not even funny.

[@TheNeighborhoodFinanceGuy]

Funniest part, they act like they don't look related lol

[@coreyraye5197]

Solid brother.... salute Mr. Henton

[@NottyGurlStyle]

Good interview!! I know John’s energy wasn’t the same on Living Single when he was on but I’m glad he’s able to look back and reflect on what happened. Glad he’s in much better spirits

[@blair7484]

Are you saying his energy changed during his stint on Living Single? I’m at the top of season 5 (rewatching from the 90s) and haven’t noticed a difference. But it seems this happened later when he was on the Hugleys?