Legendary Kassandra Ebony 2015 Interview Part 1 S.I.P.🙏🏽

I previously told you guys & girls that I have over 70 interviews that I’ve never posted. Either the sound was a little off or I just didn’t feel like it was time to post it. Mainly the individual I talked with afterward didn’t like something they said. So I never posted them. This interview was bittersweet because of the circumstances it came about. Mona Scott and her team approached me in 2015 in regards to doing a ballroom reality show. They first wanted to do a competition style similar to how legendary is and wanted some of the young hot performers. After a large interview process with lots of people they shifted gears. They decided that ballroom had a lot of talented and “unique” personalities and wanted to make it into a hole docufollow. After shooting tons of interviews and getting footage from Coldest Winter 2 plus behind the scenes stuff. They created a sizzle reel which I promise you was AMAZING. They then pitched it to several different networks and streaming services. They came back and said that they felt tv wasn’t “ready” for ballroom and had no interest at that time. It left me with a very sour attitude towards reality tv and networks. The best thing that came out of the situation was the interviews they had with the participants. Legendary Kassandra Ebony was super exciteded and nervous to participate. Through the interviews I myself learned how much he loved to vogue and wanted to inspire so many people through his style and technique. At his passing I seen so many people from EVERYWHERE discuss how much they lived him and his gifts. I wonder if he knew how revered and admired he truly was. Continue to sleep in peace Legendary Kassandra Ebony.

[@kdbest5165]

The Icon should've received her flowers before! A talent like no other, I'll study her artistry forever. ❤

[@murtithinker7660]

him

[@kdbest5165]

@@murtithinker7660 are you Kassandra? Oh, okay.

[@mademoiseledoshay618]

People leaving before receiving their flowers we should be use to by now because unfortunately we get caught up in throwing shade versus throwing flowers.

[@jamaal964]

“As for Butch Queens, I have no rivals. Those are my daughters.” 😂😂 Kassandra was a true talent and is truly missed. Continue to Sleep In Paradise. Thank you Caesar for this dope interview

[@eyekontips740]

I just cried like a baby the moment Kass started talking. I still mourn the passing of my twin but I will always celebrate his life🙏🏽. Thank you Caesar for posting this precious footage.💖

[@charmaineeccles4265]

Love you brother!🌹

[@ceesoCUNTY]

So beautiful, so kind hearted, so humble! She would of ate HBO Max Legendary UPPPPP!

[@foxworthvorn7826]

THANK YOU SO MUCH CAESAR. I think about him every day. His life was cut too short. He was everything in vogue and he could've been everywhere with it. I mourn him. I took his passing EXTREMELY hard.

[@YOUmakemEescream]

He was like no other. He made something so intricate and difficult appear so simple. So talented

[@ThatTalentedOne]

There are so many people standing on his shoulders! What a beautiful soul. 😭 RIP, Kass!

[@Maxpayne816]

Icon! I remember sneaking on the internet in the dial up days 😂 The very first vogue clips I saw were of Prince Mugler, Dashaun Lanvin and the icon Kassandra Ebony. I loved all 3 performers but Kassandra got me up! Screaming at the computer and everything. So talented and gone too soon 😇😇

[@fiestystays]

This still hits me hard. Mind you I only met him once in passing but he had such a impact on me without his knowledge. Vouging really was a outlet for me at one point and my inspiration has always been kassandra. People use to try him soooooo hard but his talent was undeniable. When he died ballroom just changed for me. I honestly feel like he has not be honored in the manner worthy of his caliber. Any stunt you do guess what kassandra did it first. Sleep in peace you touched so many of us!!!!!

[@user-ho3rf1lx6l]

Dam i miss u soo sooo sooo much i really cant believe u left me who told u u cud hurt my soul like that come on y u whyyyyy . I love u babes r.i.o

[@radeeking682]

Baby Kassandra was one of a kind & there will never be another to do it the way he did. You had to have seen him perform in person to really appreciate his art

[@AndreLuiz-ff5mu]

R.I.P. KASSANDRA 🙏🙏💖💖

[@queensheebah8628]

I think it’s just upsetting that this Diamond in the rough wasn’t brought to the world. This is the ONLY competition Deshun had. Outside of him NO RIVALS! The cleanest, spins and dips. That cadence and energy. He gave all elements with ease. This baby did coreo to the fight scene in kill Bill. A brilliant light. May his sweet soul rest in perfect peace 💜🙏🏽

[@humbled92_Mister]

I always thought Pony was Deshaun's rival, not Kassandra?

[@queensheebah8628]

@@humbled92_Mister you are correct. I’m getting old. Watching Kass thinking about pony and deshaun. Either way Kassies had killer dips spins. He alone held it down while everyone went touring and chasing their fortunes. Kassie held it down And did it well

[@RalphMVore]

Amazing interview! ICON

[@jacemark2824]

I wish I could’ve been a person in his corner….I still get angry….. just so young and gifted…..

[@eyespeakg]

He was everything!!! 👑💜💯

[@PSIONICKID]

R.I.P LEGENDARY KASSANDRA EBONY #DRAMATICANGEL

[@antonio-kaijones1825]

Crazy because ballroom is still about who you know very exclusive

[@jasminacortezonline]

I didn’t know he passed 😪how did he pass? Why do so many legendary girls pass away so young? What is going on?

[@JasonLuxLover]

Gone too soon! We will forever be grateful for this beautiful Angel’s talent he bestowed upon us! Forever Icon!

[@MySparkle78]

🖤🖤🖤 Thank you for sharing.

[@virgoroyalty]

RIP Kassy! An unforgettable, incomparable character.

[@dondi2129]

Kassandra would have ate it if she was on pose and legendary. I wish she would have had that breakout moment. Gone too soon. Sip sis

[@benjamincunningham5070]

A very beautiful gay black man

[@ninosimone]

So talented ... I miss him 🕊

[@thehistoryofballroom2745]

Thank you for uploading this!

[@JasonLuxLover]

Study this beautiful Icon ! Kassandra had the moves of a legend since day 1 ! We miss you buddy! Gone too soon!

[@GeminiJo]

Rest peacefully King. An artist.

[@Saintjaye]

12-07-89 tatted on his neck...RIP Sagittarius king 💜 iconic performer

[@GeminiJo]

Born 89. We different. #90sbaby

[@GianniDonovans]

rip legend. we miss you ❤️

[@malikatate5096]

Aww i didnt kno him personally but this makes me cry he seemed so happy an full of life here. He was so young rest in power Kassasndra Ebony!!!!!!!😢

[@inaj27]

RIP he had so much talent

[@kaamya921]

Did he say there’s no preparation, you just freestyle?!? Has he seen Kassandra Battle? I miss Kassandra

[@7Bambi19]

Much luv and respect! 😘😘😘🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@brooksinternational4128]

Miss You!!

[@sundae6969]

I really do miss his presence in the ballroom. He battled down and I loved watching him compete with the girls

[@TokioTokeRedd]

WOW really R.I.P.

[@valeriecomplex9685]

Was it ever revealed what happened to him and how he died?

[@yaboi156]

He fell ill,but I cant say what exactly was wrong.Most of us would/do think the “A” word,but I didn’t know his status and I don’t say things about people that I don’t know for sure to be true.

[@tonyjohnson9124]

Just make sure you take your meds every single day, if you need to be on meds.

[@jasmynedabeautyjeanbaptist6985]

Wow r.I.p Cassandra

[@harraj516]

Miss her

[@josephineprice1397]

Thanks for Sharing🖤🖤🖤

[@Charming_Doll]

My favorite legendary bq vogue fem I miss you I love you friend 💚🫶🏾

[@morgann7529]

R.I.P legend 🥺❤️

[@christopherwhitehead1261]

Kassandra replace who me never

[@mmckenz89]

PERIODT!

[@dukeco.9768]

My fave I love you and miss!

[@nathanielturner2013]

forever!

[@kenhamilton1174]

What happened to him?

[@yaboi156]

Everyone in the comments keep asking “How did Kassandra die” He fell sick!!!! What killed him? I’ll leave that for y’all to speculate.

[@WESTFREE2]

I understand the privacy AND stigma issues. I always think it's appropriate to ask how one died, especially in moments that could be used as a cautionary tale. For instance, if he did die of AIDS, it's important to let someone as young as him know there's really know reason to die do young. If drugs, again, there's a cautionary tale to share.

[@tonyjohnson9124]

Just make sure you take your meds every single day.

[@yaboi156]

@@tonyjohnson9124 and you make sure to follow your own instructions.Don’t miss any doses if it’s not necessary

[@mummeii]

I’m ngl… I’m realizing what actually be happening in that scene..

[@topmodeljoe523]

ONE OF MY FAVORITES HANDS DOWN. NOT TO RUDE HOW KASSANDRA DIE I STILL DONT KNOW.

[@sev7entaylor868]

❤

[@murtithinker7660]

Can anyone answer why lesbians never show up in this, or are never included? I don't understand the LGBT community, but I believe that lesbians are a bit too reserved, if not stand-offish.

[@Leoshaun9292]

😥😥

[@jasminacortezonline]

😍😍😍

[@irocemrockett1118]

How did he die?

[@dallaskennedy6117]

🗣👤God judges the heart how we die isn’t as important as how we lived for the attributes of character, who you are as a person how God used you as a vessel in the world of darkness but kept you as a light for people to see and be reminded of how good God is. Stay humble🤞🏾

[@WESTFREE2]

@@dallaskennedy6117 I agree, but how did he die? Accident?

[@Atlantaboi84]

@@WESTFREE2 you can’t save him or bring him back so why is it so urgent or y’all to know the how and why. Just remember his legacy and keep it moving.

[@WESTFREE2]

@@Atlantaboi84 I understand that or community is triggered by the question, because often it's assumed that we want to know if the person died of AIDS. I also understand the stigma that disease still carries, which is why we don't care to talk openly about it. However, it's a legitimate question, no matter the cause of death. Now, if one chooses not to answer, that's ok, too. I'm not losing sleep. Smooches!

[@GeminiJo]

Presumably complications of Pneumonia. But whatever really happened, I hope he's dancing in peace.

[@thetabu3516]

Im the first comment for once lol ..RIP Legend