A'KERIA C DAVENPORT | Give It To Me Straight | Ep 44

[@maddymorphosisofficial]

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[@anacaroline1365]

😂😂😂🎉😊

[@HunkisEDoriine]

HI HELLO! Clocking in as a queen who worked at a funeral home here! 🤪 THAT WAS NOT THE FUCKING WORDS I EXPECTED COMING FROM A’KERIA’S MOUTH.

[@GreenGayYT]

After all these years… FINALLY AKERIA MY BELOVED, thanks for inviting her Maddy 💚😭

[@marcelthestars]

you and Maddie posting today is everything for me rn 😭💞

[@brivaelkl3736]

go to sleep green gay !!!

[@sav..hyer26]

green gay heyyyy

[@danielquiroz6708]

there's something about A'keria...

[@inquibubula8693]

Should we soon expect a video essay on Akeria Green Gay?

[@crystuul7721]

Let us not forget that Akeria had some of the best looks on All Stars 6 and overall in the franchise

[@hilove7639]

literally me with my dying breath

[@givemetheloot8026]

@@hilove7639I will never forget her flower look for the frill runways

[@blakethesequel]

SAY ITTTTT 🙌🔥

[@jae7798]

That episode where she looked better than RuPaul in gold... gagged.

[@elocc9570]

Akeria is a FIERCE queen, and she has the looks to back it up. Gorg af

[@federicogou]

Akeria is a fucking star, but DR and the fandom have failed to lift her up! Thanks, Maddy.

[@renehill3351]

She’s already a legend. I don’t really think she needed anyone or anything from drag race to lift her up.

[@BeIlG]

100000000% agree! Literally one of the biggest stars I feel never gets her flowers, even when she does the best dr flower look ever...

[@madisonalexander870]

and she looks so good!! shes glowing here 🫶

[@dropkgirl7157]

Severely underrated queen ❤

[@y2kstar306]

She failed bc she's a quitter and refused to lipsync

[@jzexyz]

Akeria as a funeral director: WHERE IS THE BODY?

[@RichTapestry]

severely underrated comment

[@brianjohnson1143]

😂😂

[@goliaboi]

i love quoting that + the body is heeEEEEEErrree (trinity) together

[@malikknox5040]

you did that

[@Gerald-i2d]

@@goliaboi Yes Mam 😂💛

[@gaymushroomgirl2748]

6:00 NOT A'KERIA SAYING EUREKA WHILE MADDYS TALKING

[@thesupremecoven2866]

I SCREAMED AND RAN IT BACK TO MAKE SURE I HEARD RIGHT😭💀💀💀

[@shawnstum5323]

"I was so stretched out I looked like-" "Eureka" "-an Oompa Loopma." "Oh."

[@chralav8888]

rightttt i mean i was thinking it but she said it lmaoooooooo

[@melad3000]

She said "Eureka--oh" I SILENT SCREAMED

[@LeandroBarbksa]

Right? I had to read the comments to see if I’m getting crazy

[@RobinPochita]

Ugh the pure love I have for this queen. She’s criminally underrated. I wouldn’t mind at all seeing her a third time on drag race.

[@randihenry6421]

Completely agree with this statement!!! She is by far one of my faves!!!

[@pr1mefire]

"as a child i had to feel a silk bra to go to sleep" "freud would love you" THIS is the investigative journalism i signed up for!

[@federicogou]

I love how Maddie matchs Akeria's energy. Didn't expect this much chemistry.

[@Drewbalicious]

Maddy keeps growing as an interviewer. You can really see her blossom in her charm, her wittiness and how comfortable she is as an interviewer. She's the pinnacle of a straight man being part of gay culture.

[@everxalicex]

​@@Drewbalicious Maddy might not be straight! Let's not push that narrative if we aren't certain. But I agree Maddy is very respectful and mindful of the culture.

[@TheHomerowKeys]

@@everxalicex If she says she is, she is! It's is up to the person to define themselves

[@shawnbay2211]

I love how she does it with every guest - from outfit 2 demeanour !! It feels like we’re experiencing the world of the guest.

[@AliceBunny05]

​@@everxalicex? idk if you're new here or if I'm missing something, but maddies whole gag when she got on drag race was that she's the straight one, and I've never seen her deny that or otherwise. in fact I'm sure she's done experimenting before landing on the straight label so.. I feel like it's decently solid

[@CharlieCabralos]

The conversation of A’keria speaking on hiding parts of her around her nephew to avoid people blaming her if he does end up being gay is so touching to me. I’m going through something similar with my 8 y/o nephew as well. It’s sad because it goes against my belief that people are born gay. Obviously my behavior wouldn’t affect his sexuality, but again, that potential blame makes me hide things. I’m struggling to navigate through it. It’s weird.

[@Michael-Gugel]

For me, the term „internalised homophobia“ instantly came to mind… No straight would ever „blame“ their straight parents for turning out straight, but queer people think about hiding their own nature in front of their kids out of fear they could blame(!) them once they grow up. Well, there needs to be a problem or failure in the first place, to think about „blame“. Internalised homophobia.

[@QSandoreBeaute]

I’m literally going through the same thing. My nephew is 1 and I just be going through it. Especially being a makeup artist and sometimes I may wear it and I just don’t want him running into me mid blend. I remember growing up my aunt would blame my cousin who’s a lesbian and 10 years older than me that she was the reason I was gay. And that stuck with me so I don’t want nobody saying my nephew is a way because of me

[@bm4114]

But also there’s an inherent narcissism in thinking 1. You could make a child gay knowing full well one can’t. And 2. Thinking that everyone is thinking about you. If anything you are showing this potentially gay child to hide who they are. So snap out of it Mary and do yourself and everyone else around you a favor and be yourself. We aren’t grooming anyone by being ourselves.

[@calpal8198]

​@@bm4114 a powerful and true call to action, but I also hold space and peace for them fearing not their family being influenced as gay, but the accusations from family that that's what happened and god forbid losing your place in family's life because of that bias and hate in their heart- you're right! and sometimes we do bad math because we value our place in family's life even if they're not ready to see the honest truth of their bias or who we are

[@shawnbay2211]

I’m so glad A’keria’s family is so supportive that her mother introduced A’keria’s drag 2 the nephew. I wouldn’t contextualise it as internalised homophobia, but fear of being shamed. So I’m glad that everybody else is proving A’keria’s fears wrong.

[@contradictionary]

um can we all talk about how incredible akeria looks like its insane

[@alioh7615]

She's one of the most beautiful girls from the entire show. Stunning

[@kelseyjenna9248]

And then she's also kind, funny and intelligent. She's amazing!

[@buggs2024]

i love it when a'keria speaks directly into the camera for every aside she does, star material

[@moonstoneuniverse8516]

Akeria’s smile is just wonderful

[@stevencramsie9172]

She paid for it!

[@brianjohnson1143]

@@stevencramsie9172the person complemented Akeria's SMILE. They said nothing about Akeria's TEETH 😂 stfu you cant buy a smile ass hat 😂

[@radRadiolarian]

"freud would love you" is INSANE maddy 😭

[@GrimYarrow]

And that was before she even brought up writing erotic literature while going to mortuary school

[@mercer345]

Don't think akeria got that one lol

[@CarterDoesASMR23]

The way I GASPED when this popped up! A’keria is an incredible underrated star and thank you Maddy for bringing her on the show! ❤

[@amnedits4898]

6:02 Maddy: “I looked like fking-” A’keria: “Eureka..” Maddy: “Oompa Loompa” A’keria: “Oh..” 💀💀💀

[@user-jw8vz5lk4n]

@amnedits4898 I caught that shade!! 😂😂😂😂

[@YeyazWyrd]

That shit rocked me and Maddie didn't even blink 😅😂

[@jonny8790]

RuPaul asked her EVERYDAY about the "C" in her name? A'Keria should have changed it every time RuPaul asked! Mother would have cackled.

[@MT-or3kz]

Right Ru throws these girls bone they can't catch.

[@andreamarie6501]

Yes! I mean "Cunt/Cunty" is right there 😂

[@moyaxoxo5923]

Thad actually be really funny .

[@boles14212]

She would’ve LOVED that

[@RomeroRomeral]

That's probably what she wanted

[@eddiehood2025]

I miss A’keria so much. Talk about charismatic. I love the banter between you two!

[@calpal8198]

"I''m a lil high. Can I say that?" love her omfg

[@kev7600]

No, you don’t love her.

[@calpal8198]

@@kev7600 aight Farrah

[@delirahasincrediblerizz]

gosh akeria’s mug remains one of the most gorgeous ones in the industry

[@tylerwolff5104]

Akeria is so stunning, and she’s had some amazing looks. The fandom and the show didn’t give her the flowers she deserved. I love seeing her on my TV.

[@rachelw1076]

Maddy's skill as an interviewer blows me away every time, but this was one of my favourites. What a beautiful conversation.

[@melad3000]

no Maddy, in 5 years, we NEED a follow up on what A'keria w the books & funeral home😭‼‼

[@kev7600]

Please no follow up

[@melad3000]

@@kev7600 don't watch🤨

[@sisterseeth]

The way A'keria's glance at the camera said, "I’m a thief and a shitkicker, and I want to be famous." giiiirrrll 🤣

[@pattyprolapse]

I need A'Keria to know that I STILL rewatch clips of her blue jean baby runway. It was one of the best fits on the show so far, and it was STREETWEAR.

[@DallasABG]

I watch her Instagram stories where she turns fashion nova dresses into gowns. Its hella impressive.

[@OllieDreamer]

Akeria is one of the nicest queens I've ever met. I'll never forget her kindness. A true class act.

[@brdnmlna]

You’re so hot love your work!

[@gailynalexandria3138]

As a Dallas Native, A'Keria has always been a favorite queen for me. She is so warm and authentic. This is amazing, thank you Maddy, And thank you Miss A'Keria Chanel Davenport.

[@flaviop5472]

This is the first interview in a while where I went "wait, that's it?" at the end because it went by so fast. A'keria is such a lovely and interesting person and this interview was beautiful.

[@Hamodey-vf4uq]

Genuinely being able to see A'keria get her flowers after being introduced to the world thanks to Drag Race is a blessing because she is a gem who deserves to be seen by everyone on top of her fans who have been screaming that shes been that girl since day one!!!!

[@Zyxie_Zyxie_Zyxie]

The face card on miss A’Keria? LETHAL

[@gee1271]

International implications!

[@NancyJSimpson]

Maddy is our Oprah. Maddy, you are our star! Another great interview with the wondrous Miss Davenport!

[@HEXGayAgenda]

Can we all just agree how incredible MM is?! The research, the effort, the presence?! Still being present in the moment next to Miss A'keria? That takes a lot. A'keria is such an incredible person and I wish them nothing but the best in life 😍

[@mayuuumie]

"detransitioning" shouldn't be taboo. i think some people who go on the journey can be overwhelmed by everything. i definitely was and i'm grateful of my circle being supportive of me. they were there when i stopped my hormones at one point then started back in, went by different pronouns and names. i didn't feel judged and accepted every version i was, even if i continued with my assigned sex/gender at birth. it took me nearly 4 years on hormones, and 3 years as nonbinary, to come out as trans femme. Maddie & Akeria are great examples of going on this journey to find that who they were before is what fits, and thats okay. for other trans people out there feeling lost in the journey, remember that you are great at whichever version fits you most.

[@doriiface09]

I don't know how much sponsors are paying for the ad reads but the effort that gets put in them is awesomeeee. Get that bagggg Maddyyyyy

[@Sunnyandshiny777]

Oh my godddddd we know she’s The Body but she is THE FAAAAAAACE

[@iandean1112]

Flawless as always ❤

[@andreamarie6501]

Maddy looking like the Hamburglar in the ad has me wheezing 💀

[@Thesusanserene]

Not the hamburgler 💀 😂

[@milk._.]

I was not ready for that 💀

[@rsloz]

The sims burgleson realness

[@DanielPerez-wg9pv]

The lil costumes crack me up

[@christineleneghan7661]

So A'Keria has been on my list of favorites for a while. This just reminds me why. She's so smart and knows how to put things into perspective. Plus of course her talent, humor, beauty, etc...Maddy you hit yet another one out of the park!!

[@hopefulwander]

Madilyn better be a guest during Tricia’s hiatus

[@kelseyjaffer]

well guess what mimi

[@moyaxoxo5923]

Sad that she feels the need to hide such a big part of herself even to the child she’s raising because she’s scared others will think she’s grooming a child. Children do get inspired by a parents hobby or profession and that’s always viewed as cute in any other situation. It would be so cool to have an artist parent that transforms like that for a living and is famous for it . Absolutely nothing to hide or be ashamed of that’s a big deal and well respected to those who respect the art of drag. You’re an artist . A successful one. Your child can be proud of that fact. As can you mama 💖

[@Michael-Gugel]

Plain internalised homophobia 😢 something a lot of queer people struggle with without acknowledging it.

[@jhubeJELLO]

@@Michael-Gugel yes, but she's implied her family are still Christian and homophobic.

[@PhoenixBlacc]

Yall lack context. Akeria is a Black drag queen from Texas. Being from a blue state she probably feels the need to be very mindful of how she moves, because the homophobia is real in Texas. You still have people that feel that anyone that is LGBT shouldn't be near children, which is BS. I'm saying that as a straight Black woman in Texas that's a proud ally to the community. If her nephew were to come out as LGBT later in life she would be blamed or accused of worse. She knows what she's doing.

[@nerdbrain396]

I love how Maddy knows when he guest has a lot of heavy topics to discuss and always asks if they're comfortable talking about it without making it awkward. As soon as she gets the go ahead she jumps right into it. So smooth

[@elisebrisson]

I love that Maddie keeps asking if Akeria is comfortable talking about things and that she doesn’t have to talk about something if she doesn’t want to! We love a comfortable safe environment

[@BiochemistLaw]

Omg A’keria had a Miss Fame “how’s your head” moment with Ru never figured it out lol. Ru: “What’s the C stand for?” A’keria: “Chanel” Ru: “….alright”

[@Brittanyepiphany]

Yeah Ru was looking for everything BUT chanel, haha

[@swinto4795]

Wow this was the most wholesome interview on Maddies channel, honestly these two are soulmates! They are so alike in a way and have great chemistry, which made the interview wonderful to watch!

[@Brittanyepiphany]

I agree! There is a camaraderie here that is so infectious.

[@teehilton9409]

I honestly love Akeria, she is the epitome of what a drag queen should be; she’s self sufficient, beautiful to look at, and very quick witted like she just gives off winner energy. I loved this episode PLEASE BRING BACK MORE PAGEANT GIRLS TO TALK ABOUT THEIR PAGEANT EXPERIENCE PLEASE MADDIE!!!

[@Nano_IV]

I need A'Keria back, maybe for Global All Stars. She's so charming.

[@phantomgaming1040]

“Freud would’ve loved you”💀💀💀💀CACKLING

[@kaitol1934]

" She walks category obviously not face " maddy please hahahahah

[@secondhandmemory]

Both of these girls are being so real in this, I love how they vibe together

[@kelsqrs]

Maddy clearly an Akeria stan - rightfully so. So sweet to see how much she enjoys her personally

[@calpal8198]

Genuinely my fave ep since Aja, just an organic chemistry and appropriate balance of earnest attention and comedy ❤

[@FocalPointElisa]

Discussions on detransitioning are so rare compared to transitioning. But I love it because it speaks to the confines of the binary and why our non-binary/nonconforming fam are so needed. Especially in giving grace and respect! ❤

[@rafikplz]

this felt like it's 5 minutes, I could listen to you for hours

[@23skiddsy6]

Fun fact: Artificial banana flavor is based on the Gros Michel (aka Big Mike) banana, that basically went extinct from Panama disease. All the bananas in the store now are Cavendish bananas. Sort of like how granny Smith and honeycrisp apples are both apples but very different.

[@23skiddsy6]

It do taste like yellow tho.

[@AliceBunny05]

yes, I think people would be shocked about the sheer amount of variety in things like fruits and vegetables and the like. humans have been working at agricultural ventures for thousands of years, and it shows. nearly any fruit you can think of in the store, there are a plethora of varieties to choose from even if there's only one common kind you have access to at large supermarkets. some clearer ones that often have a few choices like apples, pears, melons, oranges. there are tons of each of those, but also different varieties of strawberries, blueberries, mango, etc. Some have smaller differences between variety (like some varieties of berry) while others have large, like the stark difference between a tommy atkin mango and an ataulfo mango. you can still get gros michel bananas, they just aren't grown commercially anymore so you'd have to seek them out from a place that sells them, probably online. lots of fruits have a shockingly large difference between at least one set of varieties, think of navel oranges vs mandarin oranges. it's all very interesting and I think a lot of people don't appreciate fruit enough because they disregard importance of buying in season, and they aren't aware of truly how much the category has to offer because they've only ever been to large supermarkets

[@belo77o]

LOVE Akeria C. Davenport!!!! She has such a pretty smile 20:45 "A lil' Dune Buggy? Might not do too bad," absolutely wild

[@ramonluciany266]

These two, wow. Incredible chemistry. Maddy made me fell in love with Akeria all over again, and yet she also got to shine talking about her gender journey.

[@marvinraphaelmonfort8289]

gorgeous inside out! i want to cry coz she, like so many queer people, cares about the family but they can only ever give conditional love and we have to step on eggshells about how we express ourselves

[@coreyg1113]

The woman of 10,000 careers fr! Love you A'Keria!

[@cattime2044]

9:03 = MADDY your timing is impeccable. queen of social skills and comedic timing. inspiration.

[@tonguepop-productions]

this is one of the best interviews on this channel, a’keria is such a natural star and maddy is such a talented interviewer. the chemistry is so good and it’s so fun seeing a’keria enjoy herself i love her sm

[@DragKoolaid]

“I think our journeys stopped overlapping there” 🤣🤣🤣

[@KN-zo3td]

it's so fascinating hearing the stories of drag queens who thought they might be trans and realized they weren't

[@b00kw0rm16]

Favorite guest - I could listen to Akeria all day. So charismatic , so funny, so interesting. I love when she starts a sentence with “Listen!….” Watched all the way through. Sending love to Akeria! She has “it!”

[@Brontebabe]

One of the most underrated and under appreciated queens of the entire drag race franchise! Love her so much! ❤️❤️

[@blogdogion]

A'keria face when Maddy shows her the photo:👁👄👁 11:55

[@obiekat53]

This interview is why you should always listen to the very end. I'm with Maddie, the last couple of minutes were out of nowhere and absolutely fascinating, A'Kiera is a unique Queen.

[@ketchupalexander]

It always impresses me how these interviews swing between making cackle with laughter one min then get choked up the next- A'keria's such a good guest

[@frankiekukich402]

one of the best interview shows on KZbin right now. Akeria always shines but her personality really takes center stage in this episode. Always a very refreshing video to watch, breaks down the barriers or social media and produced television to present (without exploitation) the backstory, humanity and excuse me for being crass but the charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent of these dope ass individuals. Very cool.

[@friutfly77]

Never realized how much Akeria looks like SZA, she's so beautiful! And her story is awesome, mad respect for people who take care of their family like that 👏👏👏

[@OwainDavies98]

A'Keria is such a class act, she's such a professional and experienced entertainer - love to see her share her story and provide us more insight into her life!

[@NadinePierre111.]

This video popped up on my algorithm. I've never watched an episode of Drag Race, but this is still fun!

[@calpal8198]

The interviewer Maddy is well loved by drag artists for her respect, attention, and of course comedy- and Akeria is a beloved force of nature. I would pick this as a good first episode for a friend, glad you got to enjoy it unexpectedly!

[@arasharfa]

Love Akeria! So fantastic to see Maddy share his experience of gender exploration. These are conversations we ought to have in this undramatic way more often. I love you.

[@alixoxo]

6:02 "eure- oh" BYEEE

[@Gerald-i2d]

storm i just saw 😂💛

[@iandean1112]

One of the most beautiful queens I've ever seen in my life. She's absolutely gorgeous in and out of drag. Her makeup only gets better and better. A'KERIA IS THE BODY

[@kelfincher5232]

This was sooo good. This interview gave the beginning of a friendship. It was so easy and just say all around good conversation. I’ve had the pleasure of being at one of ACDs shows so she holds and place in my heart and this was so lovely. I also cannot stand artificial banana

[@samuelsmalls6288]

“Maybe you grew up eating glue” LMFAOOO

[@samuelsmalls6288]

6:03 “Eureka, Oh-“ LMFAOO

[@alexdominguez2325]

“I’m licensed to carry. So I’m ready” I gagged choked and died. 😂 good for her for exercising her rights

[@zionflores8312]

Every day I yearn like a scorched patch of land that bears beautiful seeds that wish to once more bloom. I wish only for more Maddy Morphosis content. God I love these interviews

[@alt01dz7]

the transition / detransition conversation meant a lot to hear to me. thank you

[@Large6Marge6Variant6]

"Drag you to heaven" Davenport Mortuary and Funeral home. Send your family to glory with faith and good taste ❤️ Akeria is such a treasure!

[@torquettalk]

I so wanted A'keria to progress well in AS6. I wanna see her again in the show soon.

[@ichi_san]

I really enjoyed this interview. Akeria's points on living as herself is so true! Cool learning about her ballroom categories as well XDD this interview could've been two hours the revealss she leaves later on are huge

[@zygimantasbarysas2822]

Maddy, you are doing great with your series. Very professional, not boring questions, always matching the energy of the guest.

[@alexone8338]

This is the first time I see A'keria being genuinely happy

[@janemcnaughten7275]

Hello Maddie. What a lovely interview. A'keria is such a lovely person. Both of you need D.R to raise you up. I can't believe how far you & this talk show has gone 😊 it doesn't seem that long ago this program started. Well done you. Jane in New Zealand 🇬🇧🇳🇿

[@SethNancarrow]

akeria is incredible her drag and her talent on the show is so underapreciated and the kindness and compassion she shines as a person is commendable she deserves the world ❤

[@Tkizuka]

I love how Maddy’s interviews are so in depth and beyond just Drag. Family history and struggles and triumphs. The story about Akeria’s grandmother was touching and adds a third dimension to the Queens we see on Drag Race.

[@YeyazWyrd]

Gosh i just love Akeria! Loved listening to her talk about her Church experience. It's so relatable here in the south where church has such an impact on the community. So proud of Akeria for how far they've come!

[@isKatKat]

The chemistry was off the charts! ✨ Loved this interview. A’keria is magical! How could anyone watch this and not fall in love? ❤️ I think this interview needs a part 2!

[@Ohhhwehere]

THANK YOU! The taæk about experimenting with your gender was very illuminating for me to listen to, as a trans woman that transitioned in the stone ages it was refreshing to hear two "detransitioners" talk anout their experiences, I feel much wiser after that conversation 😌 and Akria I must say I afore you ❤ and to some extent miss Madelain too😘😘

[@msilverwoods]

Their chemistry is great, they both just laughed and smiled so much

[@Drewbalicious]

I absolutely love hearing the rich stories of the Queens 👑. It brings such richness, depth, and humanity to these people.

[@StellaFl]

So wonderful to learn something new about our Maddy.

[@andrew124480]

the quick shot of maddy's cat is so cute, the people request more

[@ayorell1805]

One of my favorite queens ever she’s so underrated thank you for having her 🥹☺️❤

[@LoddyDah]

If you find out one of your parents doesn't want a connection with you it's hard to not take it like a knife in the heart but the truth is... Don't feel rejected by someone who doesnt even know you. That's just nonsense. Some people become parents but unfortunately not all those people are actually capable of doing it. How dare they. 😔

[@charliemartial4897]

Maddie deserves to win a Peabody Award. Amazing interview. Consistently.

[@WillowPiffle]

Had such a similar experience with my mum to A'keria coming out. Only love, with 'some' teething issues xo Maddy, your interviewing skills.. progressing to say the least. So comfy these days xo One of the best eps so far for sure!

[@tigerlily515]

the kennedy reads got me SCREAMING

[@aleeh2109]

I feel Akeria was in a good mood on the day of this interview, her and Maddy are just having a fun time and I love that. Such an underrated queen.

[@l.c.7507]

I’ve been a fan of this show before it went on MOM and this was a fierce interview!!!! Maddy you definitely a great interviewer