Keke Palmer Slid into Jordan Peele's DMs Years Before She Landed Her Role in Nope

Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, Brandon Perea and Jordan Peele talk about watching Nope for the first time at the film's premiere, the process of acting with things that are not there and how they landed their roles in the film.
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[@sam4lemar]

I love how Keke will just put it out there that she wants a role, she did the same with Issa Rae & got a part on Insecure.

[@loveinthematrix]

Virgo realnezZzZ

[@isacaldero380]

Yeah! But Issa didn’t get a part on Insecure, she made Insecure. She created, wrote and produced the whole thing. She created a part for herself.

[@ahjaryan5807]

@@isacaldero380 Right and then Issa gave Keke a role on the show after Keke tweeted her about the show

[@herenow4550]

@@isacaldero380 I think they’re saying Keke told Issa she wants a part and Issa made it happen. I would be shocked if anyone didn’t know Insecure was created by Issa lol

[@shaniadaniel9429]

closed mouths don’t get fed!!!

[@_tehilah]

The fact that Jordan called Daniel and told him the full plotline for Nope over a 2 1/2 hour phone call is so precious lol. Really shows you how good of a relationship they have.

[@Sobriebaby]

@callmecatalyst that is actually adorable

[@chimcham6762]

@callmecatalyst He has also stated that Daniel is his favorite actor. Daniel is definitely his go-to lead actor and muse and it is a collaboration that i will forever be grateful for cause look at the work we have gotten so far and the potential future works we will be getting from these two.

[@bomapdich]

kinda like Saoirse for Greta

[@MrHat-pn7yx]

I don't understand how a person would be able to not fall in love with Keke Palmer.

[@seanojones8487]

Easy, she too extra

[@i.i1215]

@@seanojones8487 you’re boring

[@BM4949.]

@@seanojones8487 she always been like that lmao, that isn’t an act or something bro

[@serious7179]

@@BM4949. haters , seriously

[@syckindahead]

💯

[@NiDrew_Loverrr]

Daniel’s ability to turn off his native English accent for acting. It is mind blowing.

[@sib9769]

I'm sure he has a speech coach on set.

[@messagemenow4671]

*☝Thanks For Watching, Send a Direct Message Right Away I Will Love To Hear Your Thoughts On It And For More Enlightenment;,☝*

[@morganbrown392]

He definitely goes into a lower register. I think it helps. The actor from House does the same thing.

[@dcontreras106]

I know for him to be the first English actor to do it is insane

[@kJ922-h3j]

@@morganbrown392 that might help a bit but I’m not sure it’s that 😂 Americans don’t generally have a deeper voice than Brits. Don’t assume posh English people (not that Daniel is posh) speak like the average Brits lol

[@TheCarlScharnberg]

Jordan is so humble. Makes me love him even more. And I love, love, love how he centers black people in all of his films. Dark-skinned black people at that, which is important representation. Beautiful!

[@loveinthematrix]

I love the way he makes his cast feel as cool as he is haha so dope

[@oliviachampommier5481]

Why does race have to play a part in it? They’re talented actors no matter their color. How belittling for you to see them as black actors that need Jordan to succeed.

[@Utada379]

@@oliviachampommier5481 Shut up. You clearly missed the point. As a Black person, I don't find anything about this comment "belittling" - speak for your damn self.

[@loveinthematrix]

@@oliviachampommier5481 black people didn’t have rights for a long time and were treated as sub-human in America systematically and socially so when people are given a platform who have been oppressed for so long and EXCEL BECAUSE they’re GENIUS, it gives other black people hope to carve out a space to win in society as well. It also literally helps other black people win in society. So race has a lot to do with it!

[@myajt]

Yes this comment 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy]

It's refreshing to see a cast that all genuinely like each other.

[@hatelovebowel4571]

Jordan Peele and A24 are single-handedly carrying the whole representation in Hollywood. Those major film studios need to step up to learn how to actually tell stories with minority as leads instead of stuffing them like a sidedish.

[@ddacoe0]

Yep!

[@soni8995]

💯%

[@wallwrittR]

The way Marvel/Disney handles this type of thing… ouuuu. It’s always a half baked attempt at diversity with no substance other than “look! Representation! See! Look! Laugh at our screaming goats please!”

[@getusome6776]

True

[@user-me9vk8df6p]

This is so true

[@sherylsmallwood-valdivia5375]

Brandon Perea was great in the film! Definitely a breakout star.

[@astoldbynickgerr]

100%

[@wendymorales5695]

He was hilarious!!

[@Nathankinamorh]

100% he brought the perfect amount of levity for the moods. I see from this interview that his internal conflict when first introduced he brought up, and it justifies the character actions later.

[@soni8995]

And so cute!!! 😍

[@clemsonfox]

I grew up with Keke Palmer. She’s amazing!

[@mrb4761]

She has always been great. From an Akeelah and the Bee fan

[@thehoneyeffect]

I grew up with Keke but im older than her lol

[@niqueybangz]

All facts 💕‼️🥰❤️

[@letolethe3344]

She's irritating and grating.

[@desipaz93]

Can we just talk about Keke's look 😍 the outfit, the shoes 🤩 she's killing it!

[@mundaneamazing]

Right?!

[@WhyCee74]

She has great legs too 😍

[@WileChile51]

@@WhyCee74 My GAWD, yes, I could not stop looking lol.

[@niqueybangz]

Keke is always so beautiful inside and out 🙌🏾😍

[@Hero-up8hv]

It’s so incredible that Jordan gave keke a role that was fit for her and he saw something in her as a young kid. Just saw the movie its fucking fantastic. its like Daniel is a goat to acting and he just brings anything he touches to life. Then it’s a new kid getting to work with Jordan an Oscar winning director and I hope to see him in more projects props his performance had so much depth that’s all I’ll say without spoiling anything.

[@messagemenow4671]

*☝Thanks For Watching, Send a Direct Message Right Away I Will Love To Hear Your Thoughts On It And For More Enlightenment;,☝*

[@loudgrape28]

Keke is the most charismatic and beautiful person I love her

[@WAKINUPwithDee]

She is!

[@DelightLovesMovies]

Jordan Peele is a brilliant genius. I love his work.

[@loveinthematrix]

Totally! The only person in Hollywood that I actually think is a genius. Fo sho

[@DanDan-z7e]

Keke Palmer is ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS, you can’t keep your eyes off her!

[@sadlystuckinreality]

Love how complimentary they all are of each other. Been a fan of Jordan back since Mad TV days. It's so amazing to see his success.

[@fjohnson3002]

I've never heard of him. 😏

[@bohwe43]

Jordan is a good man, when Corey Feldman was bought up, he could've gone the Hollywood route, and disrespected him, but he gave Cory his flowers, which in turn, the cast gave Cory his flowers. Cory carried the Teen movie scene in the 80s, and it was nice that Keke honored Corey Haim. He bought so much to the 80s teen genre movies. Class act.

[@D-MARIE77]

If Only Keke had class on kind

[@Danieei]

@@D-MARIE77 ?

[@undyingdefect]

@@D-MARIE77 i smell bigot

[@D-MARIE77]

@@undyingdefect then close your mouth, cuz your the bigot

[@D-MARIE77]

Jordan Peele is intelligent man. I admire most of his work. He's a hard worker.

[@DrT0705]

I remember Daniel as the comic relief in Skins (original UK version). I think he was also involved in script writing. Talented young man, and so humble 🇬🇧

[@marystreicher1576]

I loved Skins and never made that connection!

[@jamesmarie]

My guy, you just blew my mind. Daniel was in UK Skins ( the best version)

[@terrisl.edwards2743]

Yes. Looking forward too his much success.

[@ObiesieMaduegbuna]

Man like posh kenneth lool

[@DrT0705]

@@ObiesieMaduegbuna Posh Kenneth was man dem! 😂 I wish he had a bigger role.

[@Veryy_Victoriaa]

Smiling through this whole interview! Nice to see Peele is still weird and funny in an endearing way

[@feermartsant]

right! from true Jackson to this gem. lovely to see

[@arabang686]

Keke is so proactive and intentional about the things she wants. I love that about her character among many things❤️

[@qwerttzizzi]

Daniel is SO different to his character in Get Out..what an amazing actor.

[@kylaarmstrong-benjamin8066]

Cory Feldman was in so many iconic 80's and 90's movies he's part of our childhood!

[@dceplay]

Mostly 80s, but yeah - Goonies, The Lost Boys, Gremlins, Stand By Me, License to Drive, Friday the 13th Part 4, and countless others.....

[@bobbybubby7977]

How did this extraordinary film not get a single Oscar nomination? A miraculous achievement and my favorite of the 3 Peele films. Keke Palmer’s performance was especially masterful.

[@chisomagbara6780]

I love keke so much 😂😂. Her energy and positivity is everything

[@niqueybangz]

Yes indeed❤😊

[@TabethaAurochs]

Daniel Kaluuya is just impossibly cool 😎

[@shaunte35]

KeKe is the epitome of a closed mouth dont get fed

[@loveinthematrix]

My boy in the blue was in the OA! the best piece of art I’ve seen other than Jordan Peele’s work. Genius choices mate!

[@presentfuture7563]

I wish they finished that series. Loved it so much.

[@christenford3864]

Daniel Kaluuya is gorgeous.

[@thatgirlkells5505]

His skin is amazing!!!!

[@TheWanderingPrince]

It is so strange to listen to Jordan's actual voice after being hooked on all the Key and Peele skits.

[@prodbydrumdrop]

Brandon was easily the crowd favorite in the theatre I was in lol

[@bryceboson9970]

I'm so glad to see Keke Palmer is a awesome actress

[@bryceboson9970]

@Message Me Now ±⑤③⓪②③⓪③③④① Keke Palmer I saw the movie nope I love that movie

[@PapagenoMF]

never heard of her

[@serious7179]

@@PapagenoMF well get from behind that rock

[@domisteele6650]

First and foremost, there is a frequency and safety between KeKe and Daniel. This exchange is infectious, organic, and refreshing.

[@solomona85]

I could watch Keke read the phone book, she is so funny!

[@ml_betrue2792]

The way Brandon reacts to Keke is how everyone reacts 😂

[@NiDrew_Loverrr]

Just saw NOPE today and WOOO it was AMAZING. So creative and my love of horses and my horsegirl heart is living.

[@messagemenow4671]

*☝Thanks For Watching, Send a Direct Message Right Away I Will Love To Hear Your Thoughts On It And For More Enlightenment;,☝*

[@i_so_late]

I loved Daniel since being blown away by him in Black Mirror, this dude is already on his way to legend status as an actor also watch Widows if you haven't already, it's great and he's great in it

[@ShesSuchaLadii]

🎵“And if anyone who knows what love isssss, will understaaaand” 🎵 One of my fave episodes, gave me chills

[@hankjohnson5145]

This cast/Jordan peele is dynamic as hell. Love their chemistry. Great interview!!

[@clarissawestbrook2203]

NOPE is my favorite Jordan Peele film I loved it! It was one of my most anticipated movies of 2022 and it didn't disappoint!! The cast were fantastic in their roles, the story/premise was unique, Jordan Peele's direction is impeccable, the cinematography is excellent etc. Its definitely a film you have to watch in IMAX to get the full experience and watch at least twice to get all the plot points. It gets a 8 out of 10 for me. This was a great interview of the cast and Jordan Peele. Its great to see they are rising in their careers.

[@oludotunode]

I just love the way Keke speaks!

[@niqueybangz]

Yesss❤🙌🏾💯🥰

[@randyangel9412]

I really like the guy in blue,he seems really genuine and Doesn’t look cocky

[@folarinosibodu]

The family love in this house is so palpable ❤

[@soni8995]

👍💯%❤

[@Sam-0827]

Jordan is so intelligent ♥️ his films are everything

[@DeadInTheFace]

I like how Seths intros are included in the videos

[@TheRebellefleur27]

3:57 - 4:00 Daniel looks at Keke in admiration

[@TheRebellefleur27]

4:13 - 4:20 another one. absolute adoration

[@nicholelaskowski33]

Jordan Peele is such a badass, so funny but also a genius writer and director

[@serious7179]

Keke is just such a gorgeous lady, inside and out

[@TORULEZ10]

Love this casts synergy and how Brandon bigs them all up.

[@soni8995]

👍❤

[@artel6225]

Keke caught her on Fallon earlier in the week❤️her 💥energy🥰🤩. Sublime crew can’t wait to see the flick 🇬🇧way to Danny 🇬🇧

[@WernerEdgar]

This was just such a delight through and through.

[@lucysjourney7085]

This cast has great chemistry! I smiled legit thee whole time. I can't wait to see this film!

[@shnawdude03]

It’s always authentic with Jordan.

[@kristovj827]

I love this movie. The story, the lore will stay with me forever. Thank you Jordan!

[@AfroSamurai1089]

It should be the norm by now but I can't help but appreciate how well lit Daniel is here.

[@whitneyoneal2360]

Keke Palmer is a badass

[@moonlightval13]

i absolutely adore this group of lovely talented kind humans

[@soni8995]

❤❤❤

[@loveinthematrix]

Did she just mention Corey Feldman? He been through so much in Hollywood. Is Keke woke as Heck? I would love if Jordan could explore the evils of Hollywood one day but that could get dark IRL real quick. Bless everyone such amazing stuff brilliance here. It was so nice to hear both the Corey’s names and not make fun of them or mock them.

[@hazeltade3679]

Tbh that’s in part what Nope is about

[@eelovely6482]

That was really Beautiful. Truly was. Rest in Paradise CH.❤

[@melodiczombie]

On the documentary behind the scenes on Nope you can see Jordan wearing a "we support Corey Feldman" style t-shirt and it made me so happy to see it. He's been through so much and deserves so much love and respect

[@JonesJr876]

I do that all the time. I respond to text messages whenever i see them with whatever is the current situation. Friend asks "where are you?" before we meet up, three hourd later when we hanging together and i see the message "i'm right beside you" or "i'm behind you in the kitchen" 😄

[@caesardean1564]

Man Jordan peele is a dope ass producer , keke brought out the funny parts & energy in that movie “nope” I love this crew feels authentic & I’m glad I got to see it in the Movies theaters 💯💯

[@annadavis6361]

Every single one of them are so cool and humble! Wish them all well! 🙏🏽

[@Bubblewrapisfun]

Keke Palmer is amazing 🥰

[@csainphor]

This whole interview is awesome, I can't wait to see this movie. Did anyone else notice that Jordan sounds like AL Roker now?

[@jeninamillion5297]

Such a fun group, I watched both segments twice! I can’t wait to see this movie 🍿

[@milarosaporto]

I watched the movie, it’s great and the cast chemistry is top notch.

[@aaronsesay6]

Seeing this video and hearing what Peele has to say brings my creativity back

[@rukeyser]

Love that Seth got this interview.

[@blueskybelyr]

Loved Brandon since the OA!!! So delighted to see him in high profile stuff :)

[@JustMe_OhWell]

Jordan Peele is iconic! Loved him since Mad TV! 🥰

[@cecilthornton9272]

Keke Palmer is definitely one classy and sexy queen here:)

[@zenbabe69]

What a fun interview!!!❤❤

[@loveinthematrix]

😍❤️

[@driaLOVES]

Anyone else got a hankering for the goonies and lost boys? There goes my Friday night... 😁

[@phiwem7981]

Jordan loves them!!!!! I love them!!! I need to stop being scared and go watch this. Aaaaahhhh.

[@RochellBarbara4690]

It’s so crazy to follow Jordan’s Career !! Like mad tv to his own show Key and Peele to Keanu ( a favorite movie of mine ) to him now directing big ass Movies “Get out” , “US” and now “Nope”

[@miranda13c]

This was a great interview, Jordan Peele is so great.

[@bellabukuru]

This movie was one of the best I’ve seen so far🙌🏾 wow!

[@Ab_kal]

I can see Brandon as the new Flash, if the whole Ezra thing doesn’t work out.

[@heyguidance]

They're all wonderful 💕

[@umair111]

Keke is fun!

[@treybikes]

The film was absolutely brilliant, thank you 🙏🏽

[@KurtisLeeLewis]

I just LOVE me some KeKe 🥰

[@jordancaleb3419]

I love Jordan’s movies. He’s a creative Genius!! Also it’s good seeing my girl Keke again!! Grew up with her it was njce seeing her again.

[@jhamptonjr]

Jordan Peele is a genius! Plus he pulled Chelsea Piretti and for that he is LEGENDARY!

[@nana_73]

This movie was great! Thrilling experience like I haven't had in a while with new movies! The acting, the effects, the music

[@Jean-tt6on]

Daniel can get it 🤸🏽‍♀️🤸🏽‍♀️🤸🏽‍♀️

[@jamesmarie]

I am not mad at Keke getting to the bag.

[@bencjonesmusic]

Peele rockin' the Kid Sheriff shirt! 😂

[@NellieKAdaba]

😆

[@petesancer9317]

For a guy who turned out to be a Blueberry Pie, he has made some awesome movies. I’m pumped to go see Nope!!

[@spitting_blood]

Wish we got to hear more from Perea more, his character was my absolute favorite through the whole film!

[@isabellamansfield9961]

Just watched it. Perfection

[@wikedwun]

Daniel always got the fire fits🔥

[@disniesebastien]

Keke is amazing 😍🥰

[@mundaneamazing]

The Kid Sheriff tee?!? 😂 This man loves an Easter egg!

[@christianurena510]

"we wigged out" 🤣🤣🤣

[@mik7564]

This cast and director, God appointed. So well put together.

[@cashboycampton3053]

I love this cast !!!!

[@peggylee5092]

Jordan Peele, 🏆💯💥🌐 Phenomenal Actors‼️ Passion Purpose Performance 🙏

[@KCNwokoye]

Daniel is so charismatic

[@giftofthepadgii]

A new classic, loved it.

[@penny4chz]

Keke is so cute 😍

[@mundaneamazing]

Ok, Keke with the orange/ fuschia🍊🌺 combo!!

[@justinlong5589]

I would hella love to work with Jordan Peele one of these days his projects are different but they are really good is on his way to be the next big film maker especially as a thriller and horror movie writer and director.

[@sheltonalexander6785]

Jordan's voice and look is that of an old man Key and Peele sketch. Someone did a Get Out on him.