John Salley Almost Walks Out when Vlad Asks Why Kobe's Parents Didn't Speak at Memorial (Part 18)

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In this clip, John Salley started out by speaking about wanting to make a list of the most underrated hip-hop artists of all time, which DJ Vlad agreed would be a good idea. From there, John shared his ideas on why Kobe Bryant's family didn't speak at his memorial, and he speculated that it could be because they didn't want to have the spotlight on themselves. Salley went on to speak about Kobe's parents being somewhat private, which you can hear more about above.

[@rodbarajas3849]

That transition proves how much of a joke Vlad is to true journalism

[@anthonylucic2332]

Legit 💯

[@finessethaprofit7325]

Lmaoo vlad slappped 👋 the shit outta him with that

[@ma.higiniablancoblanco1380]

Exactly only has one thing in mind which is pushing his agenda not even listening to what Sally is saying beforehand

[@pollyanna147]

He knew exactly what he was doing and this clip will get what he wants, numbers.

[@rodbarajas3849]

It's an insult to the actual profession of journalism. No different than somebody reading medical advice online and saying they're a doctor.

[@Relentless-1]

Vlad not your friend he only wants the scoop

[@kb4231]

Facts he getting this dislike.

[@markbrown9416]

Right

[@alboog5902]

Lol

[@remyjanus2385]

Ronzo Campbell I feel it’s VladTV job to ask hard questions after all it is urban news reporters have to ask hard questions cuz the public is curious and John would be the best person to ask

[@alboog5902]

60 it is, people hate him because he’s poppin simple and plain, if he were sum low level gossip channel they would love him,but because he’s successful they hate

[@gran86251]

Salley: man we need to talk about these underrated rappers like Lil Brother..... Vlad: what up with Kobe’s parents.... Salley: 👀

[@2Faded247]

kenneth granville 😂😂

[@ma.higiniablancoblanco1380]

Vlad has no shane in getting to his agenda lol he not even slick with it

[@Alivirgo8.24]

Vlad gives absolute 0 effs abt a segway ROFL I was like wtf did I miss a part

[@gran86251]

Vlad need to interview LongBeachGriffy and see how any of that shit goes....it’ll be two sides of people not giving a fuck, Vlad wont release it and Griffey gon go home and talk to himself about Vlad crazy ass

[@DaPrinc383]

You feel me tho!!!!

[@ralphjenkins6392]

I don't blame John Sally's hesitant ion. That's that man's parents. Really sensitive subject bro.

[@dannnyboyyyyy7877]

Donte Sanders just a question pussy

[@judahmourneth3211]

Not that sensitive. Lol you act like he’s asking about his parents

[@ralphjenkins6392]

@@judahmourneth3211 Because his parents still alive dealing with the grieve of their son's death and that might see this bro.

[@asap8704]

@Azzury Street no they were gifts to them and he got pissed that they tried to sell for money. Because he cut them off including his sisters they paid college by working freaking Lowe's and Popeyes while they brother was buying Vanessa's family to make her stay...so yeah some icon I can only imagine being a brother to Steph curry or LeBron to have to find my own way? 😂 And FYI he was the only black guy on the chopper...ijs dude was white washed and that was lame for not letting his own parents speak but keep making about a bitch that wanted to leave if he he didn't basically cut his family off and take care of hers. Fuck salley and Vanessa that chick a typical golddigger and I'm sure his parents knew that

[@judahmourneth3211]

Donte Sanders me personally, i have a different take on this matter.

[@TATERxTOT]

That was a horrible transition

[@Vash3557]

Yet y'all still watch lol dumbasses 🤣

[@ma.higiniablancoblanco1380]

Non existent lol

[@trevorc8198]

Mo Hanam but here u are giving him views.....

[@Weedwaffles]

Mo Hanam it be the niggas on here with Arabic and African names that be saying the most garbage in these comments lol

[@scarletbouvier520]

Hope vlad gets the same treatment as kobe

[@eyesurvivedmyself]

"Kobe's parents are grieving! Why would they have anything to say? The whole World has spoken and KOBE has written his own LEGACY!!!" #AmenKobeRIP

[@shootfirst5008]

Terry' Davis thank you 🙏

[@user-gj6yb2qc7e]

I am in that business. Most families get up and speak at some point in the process is why he said that. But if they don't want to then OK. But this guy is just a shitty journalist and person for saying it that way as if they didn't care.

[@healingandhappy9262]

@@user-gj6yb2qc7e Hella 💯💯

[@derekjenkins2294]

How tf does he go from HipHop to Kobe’s memorial?

[@streetsiswatching9660]

Hes a 🦅

[@brascoejohnson5464]

Exactly..... And that fuc boy aint qualified to ask that question. You don't know shit about basketball 1st off let alone asking that question.

[@ChevyboyCaprice_]

@@streetsiswatching9660 he's an eagle?? Ha ha! Nah, i know you meant Vulture

[@c.christopher6115]

Vlad probably had no idea who Slum Village and Little Brother are that's why he immediately changed the subject

[@donovandavidson1164]

Chima Okeke very true

[@michaelmichaelson1462]

Or the majority of people watching don’t giva fuck

[@randomcharacter6501]

@@michaelmichaelson1462 Then why are you and those majority watching a hip hop channel?

[@CanWeGoBackRIPhiphop]

You're an idiot, lol.

[@michaelmichaelson1462]

Random Character idk

[@ismackherbiehind]

Bro Vlad how you change the subject so quick bro that was weird man.

[@streetsiswatching9660]

He doesn't care about what salley has to say

[@riotpoliceTRELL]

I’m surprised Vlad didn’t cut him off halfway through his answer and go “well, as you know I am close friends with many gang leaders and real gangsters. I actually recently interviewed eazy-e’s cousin’s old friend and he said he wasn’t a big Kobe fan at first. Here’s the clip. Also, what did you think about jamar saying white people are guests in hip hop? And btw I won a lot of awards as a dj”

[@sieman78]

LOL. accuracy.

[@gogetta1411]

😂😂😂

[@garad123456]

I have this goon with a pistol on him right outside the door. You think you can just be dismissive towards me like that? My platform is HUGE.

[@justinbates5298]

Lmao in my head I read this in vlad voice 😂😂

[@truthteller3104]

Lmao ... Hahaha u forgot the obsession with Suge knight , and the mentioning of him having alot of money, every chance he gets ...

[@bornkinguniversal]

“Maybe they didn’t want to.” Such a simple answer and it makes sense. Many of us tend to make assumptions on things we don’t know about. Maybe his parents didn’t want to speak. Great point

[@TAJATee]

SOUNDS GOOD. If it was like that. He wouldn't have said he was leaving. They would've acknowledged that he had parents and siblings. Instead they sat there looking totally humiliated, while they behave as if Kobe was born at 20 yrs old

[@herstory6475]

I was too emotional to speak at my father’s funeral & honestly my feelings were too raw & personal to share at the time. Such a stupid - heartless question for Vlad to ask in the first place.

[@shanellep]

@@herstory6475 so I wouldn’t be obligated to speak at a family members funeral right? Even if I were close to them…I’m a private person and also sensitive

[@herstory6475]

@@shanellep First off sorry for your loss. No, I wouldn’t feel obligated to speak , people handle pain & grief differently. Your presence alone shows respect IMO.

[@nonutemperor]

It also speaks alot that he also took time to think. Mad respect.

[@slipnorris5882]

Thank you Shaq for mentioning Kobe's parents and siblings.

[@jacobsanchez8783]

Shaq is da truth.

[@janetbennett6404]

Looks like John Salley was allergic to this whole interview.. Or the studio... Or Vlad..

[@wonttrickmea1869]

Jason Borotra free promotion

[@nikebox333]

Marcus Curaj vlad burner account

[@pericopinero1035]

John is a vegan man, he probably allergic to swine.

[@r2g210]

They smoke before the interview. Also Salley may have an allergy problem.

[@ruddiato]

Who else scrolled to the end of the video to see if John Salley actually walked out

[@versatillion15]

It’s a 4 minute video I just watched till the end 😂

[@linbonn4749]

🙋

[@Mack9077]

It says almost so why bother

[@LyricalTrain]

Not me cause it said he “almost walked out”

[@rockstarjoe5725]

Lol me

[@Thatguy55595]

Vlad a whole weirdo

[@d7bhw2]

Respect to John Salley for handling that question delicately and with class. Vlad is wrong for speculating.

[@charliekleiman1165]

What is he speculating about if look it up he’s satiating facts he did have problem with his parents

[@TheRaquan4]

Vlad wassup with ya transitioning into different questions? It’s like you write down a list of questions before the interview and can’t adapt on the fly. The timing on that Kobe question was weird

[@ma.higiniablancoblanco1380]

He has an agenda to push not capable of holding a conversation lol

[@randomcharacter6501]

Vlad comes up with headlines and parts before he even sits down to do the interview. He did that transition like that because he doesn't have a headline called "Salley Breaks Down His Most Underrated Artists". He needed to get to "Salley Speaks on Why Kobe Parents Did Speak at The Funeral".

[@MegaZedlav]

Parents are not supposed to bury their children. That had to be another day of grief. Let's not have that discussion for a plethora of reasons. Those already listed are a couple!

[@goldchef2754]

Furious Styles parents also aren’t supposed to steal from their children but 👀

[@MegaZedlav]

@@goldchef2754 Not sure what that has to with any of this but yeah you right?

[@Calmchoasa]

“They didn’t give them anything to attack.” And then in comes Vlad. Gross.

[@SandStormXII]

Ye

[@susanox3]

SieOma Salley himself even had to acknowledge how brilliant his answer to Vlad was, because Vlad was just like “ok cool... now anyways tell me more”

[@geecheetone8550]

Short answer: He doesn't know.

[@FrenchJae]

You ugly as hell man but that was funny.

[@LadellTurner]

@@blackout2430 😆

[@Grove330]

@@FrenchJae You gay or sumn?

[@askbubb]

Vlad has a deep voice but his personality is so estrogen filled

[@8kigana]

he has a deep voice? How do you mean?

[@askbubb]

@@8kigana meaning he talks with a deep voice like a Barry White tongue but he has personality of a female

[@DBD253]

Mike Bubb that’s disrespectful to a lot of dope ass women.

[@timdeeznutz9370]

DBD253 lmao oh god foh

[@user-yh9vd9yz9u]

DBD253 fr, don’t put the women in this🤣🤣👌

[@robertbellill5265]

How TF do you transition from one of arguably the best and most slept on groups ever in Little Brother to Kobe's mom and dad not speaking at his funeral!! What am I listening too!?

[@dr.alexander7039]

I never thought I’d say but you’re listening to a culture vulture.

[@ajsimpson.11]

Man what did I just watch this mf vlad

[@jimjones05]

That was the worst transition in interview history

[@MiamiHeat305]

RIP Kobe

[@DThornDigital]

Lmao vlad didn't care about what John was saying about hip hop!!! He is trying to get clicks! Smh 😁

[@letmic4528]

DThorn Vlogs And you are one of those clicks.

[@playablue]

Facts... and using this to do so. Next he gon ask kobe trainer about training athletes then bring up kobe.

[@frederickcook89]

Vlad forgot to remind us that he lives right around the corner where the crash took place

[@appiahallan]

Frederick Cook 👨‍🍳 vlad was caught slacking

[@fivedollars5676]

Don’t take my word for it but I think he was bragging about when it first happened in the interviews he did around the time it first happened. I just don’t know which one.

[@bucknasty176]

Vlad lives near the Kobe crash site in case you missed it yall

[@fivedollars5676]

Kewl Story 😂😂😂 who are you

[@bucknasty176]

@@fivedollars5676 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWq0iYxuZbSriZI

[@riotpoliceTRELL]

It’s funny to think about Vlad sitting there typing about himself in third person

[@jayb9555]

I was just thinking the same

[@dburse66]

Perfect, mature, insightful, and probably the correct answer! Thanks, John Salley. Very impressive!

[@LastBref]

Salley was already wiping tears from his eyes and tried to change the subject to something lighter. I was happy to hear him talking about great, underappreciated artists like Little Brother. Then, for no reason, Vlad abruptly and awkwardly changes the subject to Kobe's funeral. I doubt that John Salley will come back for another interview after this.

[@dejoh778]

Little brother is definitely underrated "the listening " was my favorite album back in 2003

[@DJTUK]

Chitlin circuit was the one also

[@dejoh778]

@@DJTUK i generally miss that feel good music that dominated that era

[@diggsd2053]

Minstrel Show was dope too

[@dejoh778]

@@diggsd2053 that was their 3rd album right?

[@DJTUK]

@@diggsd2053 was a heavy hitter. Still have it on rotation

[@Minister1Little]

Why would vlad ask such an asinine question? When my brother passed away I was emotionally crushed, didnt speak at his funeral, anyone asking me why I didn't speak on podium would have had a very bad day

[@clarkjonathan702]

Pastor Leroy Little I feel you man my daddy died I couldn’t speak at his funeral I was fucked up

[@shanellep]

So I’m not obligated to speak at a fam members funeral right? I don’t want to feel pressured

[@charliekleiman1165]

He made it pretty clear that he didn’t have to answer also I’m sure the intervews agent gave him a list of what questions he can ask and what he can’t ask

[@jae2482]

I thought I was on a different video how he went from underrated rappers to Kobe parents so fast

[@xfaffy4283]

"Let's make most underrated rappers list" Vlad: "Kobes parents didnt speak at his funeral" HUUUH???

[@healingandhappy9262]

🤯🤯 outta nowhere

[@brownskinladyiam]

As a parent i can't imagine not being acknowledge by the world after my son is born. I was upset no 1 who spoke said , sorry for their lost. I didn't think about how maybe they never wanted to speak. Valid points. Prayers to Kobes parents, sibling, wife kids and family.

[@ALLINLV702]

Who you telling

[@navyboy120]

Great response!

[@quirinogarza7381]

It's hard to see my basketball heroes hurting so much... Kobe 💜💛 Legends live forever...

[@ms.t6661]

Repping North Carolina Thank you John Salley!

[@nickbrown5878]

I did not expect Salley to talk about LB. Wow. Phonte is criminally slept on. Thank him for Drake being Drake .

[@derrickscott437]

nick brown underrated as a m.c and vocalist..#facts

[@Stally24]

Well said of an answer about the parents not speaking at the memorial... 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@gaddisthegreat313]

That's right Sal keep holding down Detroit 7mile🗣😎

[@bigbossfredog.i.p3577]

One of Officer vlad's guest should go postal on him for his insensitive questioning🤔🤞

[@linbonn4749]

Its gonna happen

[@matthewjamal]

BiG BoSS fRedo G.i.P idk about postal but I do remember somebody calling him out to his face.

[@streetsiswatching9660]

It's coming soon .... his guests have been checking him recently

[@user-dx8ir8xn1q]

The uncomfortable switch of topics. The fact I know he knows how to edit. Vlad edited or lack of editing to make it look like he ask the hard questions. Vlad just stop it.

[@pillnye7007]

How it went from hip hop to Kobe’s parents not talking . Vlad you are a cornball for this .

[@NomadiqGentz]

I'm convinced John Salley has hayfever and that drum set in the back is made of pollen.

[@REHYPHENUPSTV]

John sally thank you best response ever

[@motorcityjudy]

We ALL know there was a up and down relationship with the parents. They attended the service, that is enough and no need to dissect it further. His widow said everything that needed to be said and if she and the parents/siblings are good with it, then I don't need to know anything more.

[@gp7944]

G. C. Lol why you so mad? 😂 Go drink a green juice & exercise so you can feel better

[@babydaddy229]

@G. C. awww you poor sad sissy

[@7deepbreaths.sounds]

Yes ....John Salley....that was an excellent response.

[@carvertv9861]

Who else didn’t go toilet paper crazy ?

[@genuinevibes437]

Those are the ones who thinks they have an underground bunker or some shit..they are preparing for the end of the world, but will die with mass amounts of toilet paper 🧻

[@bopbop3342]

When Vlad started dragging his words y3:50 😂😂

[@stevenallen1567]

lmao I caught that to

[@breezeboxing3249]

I heard that too bruh sounded negative

[@2Thessalonians1_7]

Wasn’t expecting to hear Vlad and John talk about Little Brother, a great rap group Vlad would never interview.

[@will21216]

Needed to hear more of the Little Brother discussion. They deserve some headlines

[@sunonupe]

Great Answer!!!

[@oraclephreeze]

Dope! I’m surprised Sals is up on LB. most underrated group in Hiphop.

[@scaryhours2220]

Damn i remember years ago seeing Little Brother at the El Rey theatre. I had to leave early cause my girl was pissed so when we walked outside we see Alchemist leaning on a mercedez. I was going crazy when I saw him and Al was cool as hell and signed my shirt.

[@DLOOT11]

Scary Hours Great show.

[@DefSquadFan]

Why is she pissed during a concert? She sounds like a demanding person.

[@scaryhours2220]

@@DefSquadFan lol ya she was something else.

[@fredbjamz4956]

Just jump into it before finishing the previous topic Sally was speaking on. Nice Vladdy

[@DontCallTyrone]

I love Sally interviews man

[@ricsalas7310]

People who are grieving for Kobe, concerned about Vanessa & her children, should know that there are limits to allowing personal, private moments to be left alone. It's none of our business who spoke at Kobe's memorial & who didn't. Now if the people in question want to engage the media, that's their right & if they don't, that's where it should be left. Kobe & his beloved daughter are DEAD. That's tragic enough & asking John Salley to answer such a question is shameful & despicable. Let the dead rest in peace & what ever goes on in the inner circle of Kobe's relatives & friends moving forward is NONE OF OUR BUSINESS!

[@byronkennedy7203]

These interviewers are going to learn.

[@bethanywilhelm4451]

I like John Salley, he has a big heart. And you don't see a lot of that nowadays.

[@understanding7731]

Slum village is 🔥🔥🔥!! Climax is still one of my favorite songs! That whole Fantastic album is classic!! Little Brother also another classic, very underrated group. Phonte was part of another group called Foreign Exchange too 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@themicson8393]

I've yet to hear any parent speak at their child's memorial, funeral, wake etc...Neither a child speak at their parents funeral unless that child was an actor, entertainer, politician etc... Get TF out of here Vlad!

[@battlememesbyomari1979]

The Mics On ...I’ve seen fathers speak, not really the mom

[@803southorangeburg4]

U should have a 1000 likes. Because parents usually NEVER speak at funerals. A father speaking at the funeral are few and far in between.

[@dremac33]

I agree. My mother didn't speak at the funerals of her mom and her oldest son. It's too heartbreaking...

[@tubafats100]

I’ve seen both

[@themicson8393]

@@tubafats100 I've seen both... However the vast majority you don't see it...So unless you're trying to find something to attach...Kobe's parents being present but not speaking is a none issue, that's all I'm saying.

[@normajeaneason6983]

Hurt and pain is my answer.

[@poudijr692]

He asked the question and then answered it pretty well... this man bruh

[@UnbiasedRemarks]

Great answer by the way. So good Salley had to say so himself! lol

[@tal23-tanika3]

Kobe’s parents loss their son. Vanessa can now relate

[@thegalacticcast]

When Vlad Transitioned To A Whole Different Subject.......The Look On John Salley’s Face Was Priceless!!!!

[@realest21310]

Great answer by John Sally

[@ronb357]

THANK YOU JOHN !!!

[@yunrichieporter3174]

Vlad sounds like he’s being sarcastic

[@Styles.rp25]

Bro you gotta work on your placement of questions. You’re just coming out of left field.

[@julianjefferies6733]

You will soon learn Mr. Salley. Bleeding you for knowledge.

[@kenlouis5144]

As a parent..... BURYING YOUR CHILD BEFORE YOU, IS DARK DARK DARK....ugh💔😔

[@jakesaye9432]

"Maybe they didn't want to". I love that answer.. I don't understand why, even during such a sad time as this right after the tragedy of losing both Kobe and his daughter, people are still only worried about digging up drama instead of just supporting the family. It's no one's business why Kobe's parents didn't speak at his memorial and not only is it such a "clickbaity" move but also ignorant to assume right away that it was because of some kind of drama or family problems. Like Salley said, maybe they grieve differently than most others and just didn't want to. Or maybe they were so tore up that they knew they wouldn't be able to hold it together long enough to say something infront of that many people. Doesn't matter either way. These people have to be devastated and it disgusts me that the media wants to take advantage of that and start controversy. What a messed up world we live in..

[@versatillion15]

I always thought segues were overrated & usually forced but man this interview shows why they’re necessary

[@BlackPacaso]

Walking out on Vlad is the equivalent of walking away from your phone😂

[@kingks3302]

They can't take what you don't let them, the silence means more these days than you might think. The world felt his presence, what else needs said? GOD Bless!!!

[@OGBaker420]

0:10 I know he an old head but damn Slum Village an Lil Brother 😳😳 I didn’t think anybody knew that side of hip hop 😅

[@cappriment]

If you know your hip hop history, you will know those acts!

[@irel1973]

I like that hat

[@LyricalTrain]

Shut up you probably dont have any nice hats at hall you dumbass

[@Dreaaddy]

Lyrical Train what’s good with you lmfaooo

[@OGGOAT23]

@@LyricalTrain easy bruh

[@qbconnect]

Yes that was a great answer John. Very classy 👍

[@heavenawilson5140]

His family looked overwelmed with shock and grief throughout the whole thing...it was said that he reconciled with his parents before he died..They all thought they would have alot more time with him and their granddaughter.

[@MyLazyAI]

Exodus20:12 says honor your father and mother,that your day may be long in the land the lord your God is giving you, kobe planted called death to himself by breaking this law💯😭

[@krisj827]

Maybe Kobe's parents didn't want to speak like Salley said. Did anyone think of that? Vlad you know how to make click bait, man.

[@freddycalipari4242]

Is a topic because his family wasn’t acknowledged. It was as if his parents and sister didn’t exist

[@freddycalipari4242]

Natural Born Hustler✓ actually its unknown whether his family attended the private memorial. even if that shit was for the fans/media everyone was mentioned except for the people he knew before the nba..onces who raised him. john salley just gave a pc answer as he didnt like the question.

[@pernellhaynesworth1212]

He said that was a great answer 💯💯💯🙏🏽

[@JDilla2285]

The fact slum village and J Dilla were mentioned in this interview, makes my day 😁

[@shyce100]

Vlad it’s not your business why they didn’t speak , why u so Fixated on it ? I’m shocked no nba players ain’t put u in ya place yet

[@kisswriters]

It's coming!

[@AK-fj8yo]

this jew loves seein black men cry •big jew grin •

[@bodysnatcher3639]

I noticed he laughed inappropriately at the end For no reason

[@rottie615]

You can hear his dumb ass smiling throughout most of the interview. Salley should’ve said no comment on anything about what Kobe parents thought

[@bigco4615]

A K that brain you got doesn’t do much functioning huh?

[@ALGOTITMADE]

Vlad is a guest in the house of journalism.

[@ssouthboundpachyderm]

Classy move on their part, and well handled by Salley

[@lindajones2699]

It was and is sad. The way they treated. His parents. Who were there for him. Taking care of him. When he couldn't take care of his self. His MOTHER birthed him into this world. And his parents took him to all of practices and games. And bought him his uniforms. And that bum Kobe. Fell out with them over some memorabilia. And money for a house. Some black men. Have so little respect and appreciation for their black parents. That it is a disgrace..

[@Learningisfree808]

Cause they stole from their own son when he was alive.

[@Phillyboi215]

Thank you somebody for finally mentioning Little Brother as a top ranked group and highly underrated on a main stream platform. Even tho Phonte is 40 years old now! Sheesh.

[@mysticstylez5854]

I love this guy on Curb your Enthusiasm.

[@RappersDigest]

John a legend for this

[@timothymiddleton3180]

Little Brother is one of my favorite groups!

[@MrLionHearted]

Sal is like that friend who always show up at your crib but nobody knows where he live at! Lol

[@rickwilliams7776]

Great damn question 🎯

[@nicholasmuhammad4465]

I'm black and Muslim this is one of your best questions every way would anyone mature grown adult disrespect there parents I have not had my dad in my life since I was 3 years old when we have funerals I see him and I give him the respect he deserve for giving me my life and my son and daughter's life we don't talk tell the next one but that's all good he give me the best part of him his seed so I am forever grateful I noticed when you asked that question I hear some of the dumbest answers I've ever heard in my life from some of the most intelligent people she lost her husband she lost her child did his parents lose their child too so sad

[@burrvisiontv]

I have a friend and her Daughter and her brother and his son died in a car accident. It was and is extremely said

[@Yaboi_RC]

Vlad heard “lets talk about the ONE thing not talked about” and went in deep 😭

[@andrenelson3828]

Good answer John Sally 👍