Mj Rodriguez Explains Underground Ballroom Culture

[@cecoletti1]

FINALLY someone invited one of the girls from Pose on a talk show. I love myself some Billy Porter but I wish I saw more recognition for the ladies.

[@AlzillaRoxxx]

They get tons of life outside of the show though, they’re everyones stylist and makeup artist and hairstylist, allow black trans women a chance to shine without being jealous the spotlight isn’t on your for a millisecond.

[@jdav99065]

Completely agree!! We need to see more of them!

[@kirkchan7726]

@AlzillaRoxxx thank you, bb

[@reecepiranha]

Anonymous KZbin Account Let’s be real, it’s not a competition but gay men are more accepted than transwomen. The show depicts that in many ways. The point is that many transwomen of color opened doors but still weren’t as accepted as gay men were in straight spaces. They didn’t tour with Madonna like gay men after vogue blew up or have many opportunities in the industry period. Have we not been watching the same show with the multiple storylines that highlight this. I feel like the show reclaims their time and influence that has been ignored by mainstream.

[@MikeGrahamDSM]

Hey Karloss. MJ, Dominique and the other Pose women have actually been on mornings show in Britain and more, but it is truly amazing to see some mainstream recognition for Trans POC.

[@djjustin5163]

I know her in person. She is one of the nicest people ever to talk to. She was apart of our wedding and now she is a star get em girl

[@djjustin5163]

Yeah she was in my wedding on my wedding day one of the nicest people ever

[@chaiantoinnette1667]

@@djjustin5163 omg that's so cool!!! if u don't mind me asking what did she do at ur wedding? Did she perform or something?

[@djjustin5163]

@@chaiantoinnette1667 she and my wife and a couple of theater friends did "Seasons of Love" from Rent and she did sing and everyone was in awe

[@chaiantoinnette1667]

@@djjustin5163 omg that sounds wonderful!! thank u for sharing ❤️

[@ED-ie3et]

Wow that's so lucky

[@Bill.R.124]

Hair, make-up, dress, personality: 10, 10, 10, 10. Who doesn't like MJ?!

[@beaniepq]

Reading this in Pray Tell's voice made this lovely comment even better!

[@dtexas555]

EXACTLY..I LOOOOVE BLANCA🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@elviraescalante3759]

10??? Is so disrespectful that there isn't a higher number!!!

[@first-classkiki4eva]

Me..... I love her!!!

[@orkumm]

You missed the fifth 10 🙌🏼

[@erinmaree1987]

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, GIVE THIS WOMAN AN EMMY.

[@j.brown70]

Erin Steele I agree! MJ’s character Blanca - her attitude, affect, mannerisms and how she speaks - reminds me of the girls I knew in NYC in the 80s. Very authentic.

[@katlap3101]

Omg so true, I’ll be really upset if she doesn’t win, she is my mother in spirit on this show

[@mrqs1549]

Erin Steele I agree! Her Blanca is so real, really wonderful job!

[@WriterVicYates]

I think Season 3 she will be nominated

[@JohnDoe-ks3mh]

Absolutely NOT

[@hothot98]

Pose made me look at these women with different eyes. It was a great eye opener and made me respect their struggle even more! Amazing

[@mattb1568]

Right?? Just finished watching it and I’m blown away

[@daydreamera8558]

Periodtttt

[@Melsand2011]

Me too!

[@staceyluvmexoxo]

Me too. Very good show. Great story to tell.

[@ThePrepAquatic]

SAME. As a avg straight guy this show taught me SO much. I had no idea of the domino affect of what they go through starting with simply being kicked out of the house as a kid.

[@juliansmith4987]

She wasn't even nominated for an Emmy. Dirty.

[@rcj416]

Seriously? For me she is one of the best actresses out there, I cried so much that I fear to finish dehydrated.

[@stuck_in_a_bubble]

I know and Dominque Jackson (elektra) deserved a nomination as well.

[@juliansmith4987]

Dominique is a revelation. No one could have played that part.she is Electra.

[@TheAqaqaqaqaqaq]

*Yeah! That irks tf outta' me.. It's like every time 'Pose' is called up for an award - the guy that plays as 'Pray Tell' keeps accepting them.. He did very well on the show, but it feels like these award shows are low-key transphobic and they don't wanna "rock the boat" with the viewers too much..* #yikes

[@gustav5359]

That's because she is trans and America is ✨ transphobic ✨

[@TheRitarussia]

I didn’t know she participated in ballroom culture herself, that’s really cool

[@ChicagoOwl]

My life was forever changed after this: mobile.twitter.com/dre__cole/status/1136762772811866114 Sharing the love. 🤩

[@jennelgomez2040]

ChicagoOwl bless you!!

[@aeonjoey3d]

@@ChicagoOwl THANK YOUUUUU!!!!!!!! GOT MY LIFE!

[@ReallyAsmr]

She’s clearly trans so why would that surprise you?

[@TheRitarussia]

Dakendra Waites not all transwomen are the same lol

[@MJ18888]

Omg she looks soooooo beautiful! thank you Seth for inviting her!

[@JimmyStruthers1000]

Ace 1o7 *he looks

[@mesweetsam]

@@JimmyStruthers1000 She* looks because she's a woman. Period.

[@AndromedonThanks]

Yesssss and good questions.

[@StringSun]

She truly is 😍

[@StringSun]

Yomama Bin Fartin Disappear

[@shanec9840]

"They made me feel included".... those are the type of people everyone needs to have around them. Please don't settle for abuse. Emotional and verbal abuse is just as worse than physical abuse. And please don't give family members, lovers, and "allege friends" a pass to hurt or disrespect you in any way that makes you feel unworthy or less than. I tell you this as I'm finding my own strength to walk away.

[@d-nise6364]

Shane C. This is very true 🗣

[@infiltratebird9869]

Thank you 💓

[@blacktorialist]

Thank you and more resilience and respect to you ❤

[@siginotmylastname3969]

💜 💖 Walked away myself. Chosen family is better, whether it includes biological relatives or not.

[@anacarolmsc]

Preach!!!! Very important words, thank you!

[@dfeb101]

She was gorgeous. Absolutely. Beautiful personality

[@ronanrogers4127]

What happened to her?

[@zoz8698]

Ronan Rogers nothing she is Alive and well

[@maybewise]

@@zoz8698 Lol. Thank goodness. I was confused by "was". XD

[@TheBurnonme]

MJ and Billy Porter are great in the show

[@uziclippe]

It's a man

[@SuperFrangipani]

Pose is a great show. Wonderful actors and stories, not to mention the music and fashion.

[@MrsTeach4]

I LOVE Pose! I just started watching it and every episode, I either laugh or cry!! I have a WHOLE new respect!!♥️

[@xxxloveydovey67xxx10]

YES THE SOUND TRACK WAS AWESOME AS WAS THE SHOW💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@trip7002]

Heavy on the fashion. They always had stunning outfits

[@bikinimartini1861]

Watching her act is a luxury!!!! SHE NEEDS AN EMMY👏👏👏💕

[@NayaLove2010]

Agree

[@reyllerena5283]

was so good i forget i was watching someone act and believe it was a documentary

[@TheShmoo123]

I ate Pose up, 1 episode and I was hooked. Love your character MJ Rodriguez, want you to win it all 🙋🏽👍🏽💛 Still making us happy when skies are gray Seth....thanks 🙋🏽👍🏽

[@camecex]

MJ looks stunning. Who is her glam squad should get a raise of pay right now

[@Shortyb1977]

Right

[@TahariBlue]

Yes this is the best I have seen her look!, Keep this squad!

[@carlosfeliciano7849]

She is IMMENSELY talented and so STUNNING!!! This show deserves so many awards. There is nothing like it.

[@chadstchad]

have her back for a longer segment, great energy.

[@didacus3461]

Same thing I was thinking

[@mauhuff]

Right like ugh she’s so pretty and whimsical.

[@happymo-pitt5587]

This show had me crying and laughing. I'm 100% straight woman. This is my favorite show. I will watch all the seasons over and over. Love the ladies and gentlemen on this show. I'm sad they are canceling it. Netflix please pick it up

[@monahyancy]

The first 2 seasons are on Netflix. I'm rewatching season 2 and absolutely love this show and all that it stands for❤

[@offgun6466]

They need to reboot it for a new season set in the 2000s. The Y2k fashions would be everything.

[@happymo-pitt5587]

@@offgun6466 I agree with you on that. I just graduated high school and college in 2000's. It would be awesome to see that.

[@dadon5175]

@@offgun6466 Yes. I wish they would lets cross our fingers lol

[@jarrelldebose1693]

I am so proud of MJ for being her true authentic and highest self. Also a Native of Newark NJ and an alumm of Arts High School here 🙌

[@Bonobo3D]

MJ Rodriguez radiates kindness, strength and beauty. Her work on Pose is deeply moving and a delight.

[@KeyboardAttacker]

Yesss so great to see people from Pose other than Billy Porter! They're all so great and she's incredible as a mother and role role. Also please flag transphobic comments don't answer!

[@LeenaStark]

As a _straight_ woman, I will never be able to understand nor accept as to WHY people feel the need to use *labels* in defining others. I dont care about someones _color or sexual preference + identity_ ; I treat everyone with *respect* + I accept them as they are and for who they are - unless they decide to treat me differently. I think that people will always *hate* what they cant accept, understand, or is different than they are - and this defines THEM and not the person they project their hatred towards. I hope there will come a day when we will see + accept each other AS we are, and for WHO we are - without the *labels* - where we can all just be ... _human beings_ behaving within a _humane_ manner.

[@znycelondon5313]

Yeeeeees he is not the only one that is on the show......they ALL deserve props🌹❤️🌹

[@dpcisunbreakable]

@@LeenaStark Why do you feel compelled to bash members of the trans community? Why can't you leave them be if you're that out of touch with your personal journey as a woman.

[@dpcisunbreakable]

@@LeenaStark Stop force feeding us your straight woman soapbox rhetoric.

[@LeenaStark]

@@dpcisunbreakable Do you suffer from "cognitive dissonance" by any chance? Where am I " _bashing_ " members of the Trans community anywhere in my comment?? You seriously need to read what I stated or take a seat! Here is another comment I had left as well - maybe youll be able to better understand that! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKfWmmmsf9mLqrM&lc=UgzuXVpiq_PCrAh3k2V4AaABAg Oh and BTW: Youre addressing someone ( _me_ ) who has a Trans sibling!

[@happyjubilee4021]

Calling all Netflix subscribers..... Pose is a show starring Billy Porter & MJ Rodriguez You will definitely ❤️it. You’ll laugh, cry, dance, sing etc. and totally get your life together 🌈🤩

[@dana999]

I just started watching Season 1 on Monday and now I'm halfway thru Season 2 and it's only Wednesday! Lots of laughter and tears went along with watching. And the Soundtrack and sites of the 80's & early 90's NYC brought back memories!

[@mairarodriguez1525]

Agreed 👏👏👏👏🤲

[@ILoveLucy74]

Totally agree, even my husband was watching with me and asking me what happened! SO GOOD!

[@depikarabitilover]

Yuuuup !!!

[@butterflyblessbless5836]

Every episode is sooo emotive 🌈

[@isbe8810]

Her skin !!!!!!!!!! Lord I need her routine or genes lmao

[@lisaconnelly5443]

Is Be Pray Tell says hi

[@leahspinner5132]

Hormones make your skin super soft

[@ShanteRoxxane]

Melanin is the medicine! 👌🏾

[@zanaleezee]

I wish that Blanca dressed more like this on the show. And maa'm this hair!!!! Sickening.

[@september5671]

...it's set in the early 90's and Blanca and her haus are broke?? Duh

[@TheSEXYARIES324]

Jacob amen 🙏

[@TheSEXYARIES324]

Jacob people are so crazy!!!

[@TNDCBaby]

This was before Amazon and BooHoo. Trying to find it girl fashion for cheap was HARD.

[@airmix08]

Urban Eve dumbest comment I ever seen. The fucking show is set in the 80’s and 90’s😂😂😂

[@omrsandip]

Her performance as Blanca is absolutely brilliant in every possible way she deserves an Emmy... PERIOD

[@LeenaStark]

MJ is absolutely STUNNING !!! She is a *POWERHOUSE* of an actress who always manages to bring me to tears in every episode. *POSE* is one of the most revolutionary + courageous shows to air on television within the last decade, featuring a stellar cast of talented actors. I hope this show will help pave the way for more LGBT actors in the future to be portrayed as _themselves_ in films, instead of casting "famous hetero actors" to play _gay + transgender_ roles, which is an INSULT to the viewer's intelligence, but moreover a slap in the face to he multitude of super-talented LGBT actors who are constantly deprived + denied the right and the opportunity to be WHO they are.

[@BiancoGui]

Give my mother more than 5 minutes of interview Mr Seth Meyers!

[@didacus3461]

*Exactly*

[@TheBurnonme]

That's my momma

[@dpcisunbreakable]

@DayWalker Stop raining on his parade. He's not hurting anyone but you feel compelled to correct him unnecessarily. Find something else to do!

[@marckid93]

@DayWalker Whew....shut the hell up.

[@travisl2795]

DayWalker SHES my mother

[@jumpscreamshout]

MJ Rodriguez is a force to be reckoned with... Peace and Blessings 💖

[@reddtexx81]

Beautiful!...Seth so seems authentic and welcoming. He made her comfortable in his home. Awesome

[@Chazzmatazz]

He is a gifted interviewer and has great openness and empathy.

[@stacyjoseph6442]

Chazzmatazz that’s why he’s my favorite. Fallon doesn’t shut the hell up, Kimmel is beyond annoying, but Seth listens and responds adequately and all of his guests feel welcome when on his show.

[@aplacewithnoname5512]

@@stacyjoseph6442 Agreed! He deserves to be much bigger than them.

[@artheaux666]

Her arms 😍😍 amazing Waiting for Pose season 2 to be on Netflix

[@kirstyselesho1962]

I watched it already

[@ajsummers2962]

What a woman!! She’s so gorgeous inside and out! 😍🙌🏼👏🏼

[@WriterVicYates]

So glad she appeared on the show and she looks gorgeous ❤❤❤❤❤

[@carlitalopez9248]

Black and brown people don’t need recognition by these white institutions to cement our greatness !!

[@angelajennings1633]

We gotta stop being so desperate for it then. It's like we don't feel worthy until their gaze is upon us.

[@BeautifulbyDesign18]

@@angelajennings1633 That'll change when they don't hold most of the money, power & ability to give major exposure.

[@angelajennings1633]

@@BeautifulbyDesign18 I respectfully disagree.

[@ILoveLucy74]

I am multiracial & so PROUD to see a cast of predominantly POC...this is an excellent show! I binge watched both seasons hahaha and although I agree with you that the recognition is necessary, I still believe it should be given and accepted (which is part of this shows message). It is beautifully scripted, directed and acted, and should be acknowledged.

[@blackford5439]

Say that!!!!

[@ramseyphdone6926]

MJ....I love you so much! I was worried the entire season finale on Tuesday!

[@aftereverett]

Dee Gemini Ramsey SAME

[@everythingiseverything9920]

Me too!

[@katlap3101]

Me too I hope she survives, I got so attached to them

[@carlalussini]

I was having GoT flashbacks!

[@Skysdalimit247]

Why is Ryan Murphy getting credit for this show, AND not Janet Mock!

[@Alicegab300]

Bc janet is a writer not the director and creator ! Still her work deserves recognition

[@PaperheartedGhost]

Wow, she is insanely beautiful! And I really like her voice, the german synchronization really sounds terrible for her.

[@dominicweber]

Honestly Seth did such an amazing job 👏🏻👏🏻 he made her so comfortable, matched her energy, knew what he was talking about, gave her compliments. Class act, everyone take notes

[@katlap3101]

Finally, yes Blanca all the way, it’s my fav show and I am rewatching season 1 makes me feel some kind of way, nostalgic for those times

[@QBRikan77]

Kat Lap New York City lost its flavor since the 80s and 90s.

[@katlap3101]

Omg I know everyone is moving away, its not the same nor it ever will be

[@kingrayog]

First time I saw it, I thought I'd hate it. I was hooked right away. I won't bother to say why I thought that; will take away from this amazing woman MJ. I saw everything twice, and now that someone mentioned Netflix, I will look for it there and bookmark the series. It took me back, too, for I was on the West Coast when all that was happening on the East Coast. I did my part for the community, but it was a far cry different than New York City. I was in the Bay Area, and if anything like this was going on, it would've been Los Angeles.

[@kirstend9390]

I just love her! Her character in Pose & her in real life, everything about her. She’s just so likeable.

[@Indianoariee]

Mad respect for making this interview happen

[@brianhutchinson5299]

Beautiful girl beautiful personality.

[@brianhutchinson5299]

@Trey Diggz yes. so am I.

[@youngcuba12]

Tre Why do y'all do that lol. Like, what do you want is to say? We don't gaf.

[@SPL3NDID]

I think Pose should have won some an Oscar or something...I don't understand but why they haven't won anything 😒 Best movie!

[@kadeee55]

LUVVV HER N ALL OF POSE CAST!!!

[@mrqs1549]

Mj is great on Pose, my favorite.

[@jonathanrio6587]

I love how giddy Seth is while talking to and laughing with her!

[@jackie8357]

She is so beautiful - I love her personality too - which is a big part of her gorgeous-ness

[@KushnSads]

Was absolutely HOOKED on Pose! Even got a friend of mine who hadn't been exposed to this type of show or concept to watch the series from beginning to end with me. Blanca is fire! 🔥 So amazing Am looking forward to the 2nd series.

[@muzmeldadilavegamuzkhan5622]

I just watched POSE in 2020.....owh GOD it so astonishing drama ever...and Rodrigues so amazing act...

[@artheaux666]

They robbed her of her Emmy 😭😭 she’s amazing

[@fatimagic1365]

i absolutely love her on pose. she better win all the awards...blanca's whitney houston lip sync in the season finale almost made me cry. :')

[@Julesfraserr]

I love love love this!! She’s such an amazing actress, and I can’t wait to see her act more!!! I literally adore her performance on pose and I’m watching season 1 again because it’s so good 😭

[@damienabsalon]

You gotta love you some Blanca! Yes Mother Evangelista 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

[@angelyikes99]

i love her and i’m glad to see her thriving and getting more of the attention she so deserves. i wanted this to be longer! Seth always gives great interviews.

[@saskiachana9514]

Omg I love this wonderful interview...classy and articulate!!

[@MxArthurKingsley]

Pose is truly one of those great series that MUST continue with multiple seasons.. Such a profound story and so emotional for me! Wow!

[@calicruzin4793]

Pose opened my eyes .....loved this series. Was hoping there would be a 3 rd season....🌸💐🥂❤️

[@PaiqeJonas]

I love me some MJ, I’ve run into her a couple times and each time was WONDERFUL 😩 they were short exchanges but she was very nice both times

[@elviraescalante3759]

She's just so cute!!! She seems so easy to talk to 😍😍 also, I can't stand how beautiful that dress fits her!!! I'm so obsessed 💖💖💖

[@araya52]

My son is a graduate of Arts High but he graduated back in 1995. I was raised in Newark and East Orange. I absolutely love. POSE I not too long ago watched the second season and I love it. I think MjRodriguez is perfection. She is so good in her part and I love all the cast, wonderful show!

[@kaybuz4938]

Honestly? When I read the title I thought 'underground ballroom culture' meant people who would ballroom dance in secret because they weren't allowed to but this is so much better

[@AngelLoveQuinnx]

OMG I HAD NO IDEA MJ HAD AN INTERVIEW ON SETH! The girls of pose need more interviews which needs more recognition! ❤️

[@hshoustontx]

Thank you for having Ms MJ Seth!!!!

[@natinatyoutube]

Sorry, i live in Switzerland and I get all my night shows hosts mixed up. I dont know much about this one but from what ive seen, he interviews a lot of black celebrities and I love that.

[@millicentlopez3592]

Switzerland doesn't have youtube or google?

[@tobiaseliot4716]

@@millicentlopez3592 think they just mean that since they don't live in America, they don't know/don't remember the names of all the American talk show hosts.

[@juliagibbs1846]

She is so lovely. I was very drawn in by her charming portrayal of her character on Pose, and felt sad to say goodbye to her at the end of the show! I'm so glad there'll be another series soon.

[@jdav99065]

Where is that Emmy nomination? We looking at you Emmy people!!!!!!!

[@javierx7210]

She’s my favorite from the show, Blanca is an amazing character and so motherly and pure

[@MISTRESSVALO]

Love how MJ looks with a bob, very elegant and goes great with her bone structure.

[@mellymel9694]

She is everything, her voice, skin, smile the way she dresses 😘😘🥰

[@TheBurnonme]

I love me some MJ she is incredible in the show POSE. Like her alot

[@ted1990]

This woman is an angel sent from above. Her warmth and humanity shines through Blanca, and I see the trans community and their struggles in a whole new light.

[@milytorres1772]

I have to confess honestly that when I saw the clips of this series I felt like I was committing a sin and felt bad...I questioned myself Why.I was afraid of these people.Always felt they would only harm others .Now I think differently.I cried so much.Society can be very cruel.

[@randym8674]

She’s so gorgeous!!!! Love her! Love Pose! Can’t wait for the next season! Hurry up!

[@hamansutra]

So authentic. Like

[@ThePrettyMiss]

So happy to see her! She has a great personnality. I love her acting in Pose. Great interview.

[@mikey6538]

fan from 🇸🇬. can't wait for season 3.

[@jnanashakti6036]

I just love her so much. You can tell she's a fantastic person.

[@angelicashobby]

She is dreamy😍. You cant tell me she aint really Blanca🔥. Academy award.

[@Same_ol_jee]

So proud of MJ , Newark arts high school alum myself . Doing great things for herself 👏👏👏

[@totesmagoats82]

Love love love her!!! She’s so freggin adorable!

[@lizhindley]

Loved this interview. 10, 10, 10, 10. 💜

[@emmarollett4048]

Love her. Such an amazing show!

[@tonypolk8]

i really like her. blanca as a character is so wholesome and wholehearted. its nice to see blanca is not just a character but also somewhat her real self.

[@momolovestar4207]

I just love Blanca the show is amazing I never thought I would see this day, so much exposure insights so much Hate Still

[@oceandelver]

She has such a light, everytime I see her she is shining and seems sooo sweet. Beautiful energy.

[@DellaDom]

I'm OBSESSED with MJ!😭🥰🔥👑

[@Iloveparrisblu]

Lovely and gentle interview. Thank you... I love MJ...

[@theresenydahl9531]

Love this and love "Pose"❤❤❤❤

[@j.brown70]

LOVE YOU MJ and happy to know she’s from Newark cuz her NYC accent is ON POINT in the show ( and real life). The speech, affect and mannerisms of her character soooo reminded me of my girlfriends and me in NYC at that time.

[@XOXOPriscilla]

Great believable actress 👏🏾I’m obsessed with the show pose, obsessed 🤪

[@braypotato]

OMG YAS SETH MEYERS!!! THank you! this is actually a huge DEAL! WE LOVE YOU MJ

[@PalmurcioWorld]

She's absolutely stunning.

[@chyla1]

Shout out to Newark NJ and Arts High! Science High alum here😀 Happy for you and proud of your success!

[@tutti1331]

LOVE HER EYES

[@LifeUnfiltered-Raw]

I am obsessed with the character Blanca....I love her. ❤😍

[@kathybatesmotel]

I LOVE MJ!!!!!!!!!!

[@fiorebella3179]

When I am watching the show I see how much she cares about people, believe I feel loved everytime I see her..

[@lashawnamoore8374]

Brick City stand up!!💖🙌🏽

[@kingali346]

I met and worked. With M.J a few yrs back before she transioned at the nite club called X.L in nyc i worked security. She was such a nice and beautiful person and am so happy for her she is amazing i love you M.J .keep up the good work

[@2323sark]

Gorgeous person with the most magical voice . Have a listen to loves in need of love today which she sings with billy porter. Would love her to do an album

[@jenniferlemen9061]

Pose brought me here and it was an excellent movie with extremely good actors! I hope to watch them soon on any good film someday!

[@wahn10]

My queen and mutha MJ only got four minutes? C'mon Seth. You need to have her back for a real conversation.