Malik Yoba Reveals Why He Almost Fired From 'New York Undercover': Wanted Respect

[@blackspider1405]

I think the lineup was Martin, Living Single and New York Undercover. Thursdays were incredible back then.

[@PimpingOutPain699]

You ain't never lied

[@kendragreene5953]

Yup! I remember!!

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

A whole vibe!

[@lahlahluv8380]

Don’t forget In Living Color, Cops, and Americas Most Wanted

[@spida28man]

Yes I’ve said this numerous times! The best lineup ever

[@ValE-zn6zf]

This show was fire, couldn’t miss an episode as a teenager

[@tequilajohnson4772]

ONE OF MY FAVORITE SHOWS AS A TEEN. I REMEMBER BEING REALLY UPSET THAT IT ENDED!

[@EddieTheGentleman]

Same

[@lightsoutmedia7370]

Still comes on Fridays on bet

[@GuccVarucc]

@@lightsoutmedia7370 it’s on peacock now

[@Alexz_Archivz]

Lol, same here.. an 80s baby loving this drama show as a teen in Detroit! I remember the FOX thursday line up... 1. Martin 2. Living Single 3. NY undercover.... man, i miss my youth!!!

[@msnos6245]

When they got rid of Eddie and the Lt. Cooper and then brought in that skinny chick and tried to make it look like Melrose Place ......that's where they screwed up.

[@ashleywills8761]

I still love New York Undercover ❤❤❤

[@dawn5926]

Me too watching the old episodes on Prime!

[@BaronSemediLive]

@@dawn5926 Yup! 😉

[@derricknichols5787]

I can't get past the 2nd season

[@justinjuerakhan7934]

I rewatched the pilot on peacock!!!

[@dawnmillernedd6926]

I watch it every weekend.

[@novalove4790]

Damn the disrespect... Taking their headshots and asking random people if they knew them... Just to keep them in their place. New York Undercover, maaaaaannnn I wish it had a longer run. It can't even be duplicated. The time, the music, the imagery... The lack of social media and smart phones. It was just a whole vibe.

[@duaneforhire]

Facts!

[@ghanasoul]

Wow! I NEVER EVER heard of anything like that b4. That’s total disrespect! Geez. So if white folks don’t know who u are that’s it huh?

[@therealqcb8986]

Damn I remember seeing that on ET...That was wack, they should've gave them their money. Dope show.

[@earlwilliamsjr2415]

U are right, this show was just as good or Better than any show at that time.

[@lateshiachilds3640]

So true

[@LI-fh1it]

Watching NY undercover today is like opening a time capsule that perfectly captivates imagery from the 90's and music from the golden era of Hip Hop. Malik, Michael and Lauren made the show. They ruined the show completely when they got rid of Michael, the music and started adding other characters.

[@dmiller6134]

FACTS

[@christines1821]

Yup looking back the show pretty much ended when they killed off Torres. Looking back I only watched season 4 because I didn’t know better what it was going to be like. Now when they show re-runs I only watch season 1-3 and done.

[@stevekrishnan7498]

I couldn't have said it better.. You are 100% spot on. The first 3 seasons. 1994-1997 of NY Undercover really showcased 90's New York and music from that time period. NO OTHER SHOW ON TV showcases the golden age of Hip Hop than the first 3 seasons of NY Undercover. From the clothes, imagery, music, and of course the weekly stars performing in that fictional club "Natalies".. there is no other show like it. The shame of it all, is that this show had so much potential. It could have gone on EASILY for 3 more seasons, with the original crew.. what a shame, and it was filmed in NYC, so the tie in potential with fashion, culture, and the Hip Hop scene was limitless... Fox executives didn't realize they were sitting on a billion dollar potential show.

[@christines1821]

@@stevekrishnan7498 🎯🎯🎯 comment so on point

[@BossElite-]

NEW YORK UNDERCOVER was DOPE AF

[@jasonparker3573]

Malik yoba is a amazing actor new York undercover was a outstanding show I remember watching this show growing up it's a shame we don't have shows like this anymore

[@jasonparker3573]

Thanks for liking my comment I appreciate you so much may God bless you

[@brichmond007]

I've actually been binge watching this lately. Such a nostalgic show

[@dictionary9150]

me too on peacock it got that 90s feel to it

[@dictionary9150]

me too on peacock it got that 90s feel to it

[@michaelbruno1330]

Yes its on Friday! They show two episodes a week...

[@michaelbruno1330]

@@dictionary9150 dah! It was filmed in the 90's!

[@MBKSJC2]

Same here

[@enricorios2822]

I've binge watched New York undercover lately on peacock. A really good show should of lasted at least 5 or 6 seasons. Those first 2 seasons brings back memories especially the music they played.

[@kdh255]

Wow didn't know it was on Peacock. I'm definitely watching. It was a great shows especially when they had musical guests at the end of the show.

[@lateshiachilds3640]

Me too I'm in season 3 and watching it slowly I just dont want to see Eddie die.

[@_january]

New York Undercover Intro Song 🔥

[@KSoloLoso]

Once they killed off Torres they killed off Williams, for me to say that they killed off a connection with two guys that are like brothers on the show.

[@lightsoutmedia7370]

Yeah once they killed him off I was tapping out back then I was pisst

[@jahlover37]

Shoutout to Malik Yoba for helping me through The CityKids foundation. I went to Lower East Side Prep and Malik used to come to my school and he and his foundation acted out real life issues that in turn helped me get grounded and out of the streets doing wrong. I also was at the get away that City Kids had in the Poconos along with 12 other high schools. Again thanks Malik

[@krlm2280]

That's dope he was really into helping kids just like his role in ride

[@sugarpie8137]

@Jah: Good Morning Sweetie😊, What An Amazing Experience That Must've Been!!!!!, I Was A Fan Of The Show&Actors(Myself In The 90's),But Have Never Had The Opportunity, To Meet Any Of Them(Just Awesome For You😊)!!!, Have A Wonderful Day,Bless Up!!!

[@earlwilliamsjr2415]

Most underrated show of all time, the reason the show was cancel is crazy. Great cast , great show.

[@bombay3201]

How was the show underated when it was the most watched shows on tv? You must have been born in 2000

[@tharris19]

@@bombay3201it was underrated because it didn’t get the same recognition as law and order! That’s a franchise and notice not too many black characters on those shows although they are good

[@daustinrichards]

New York Undercover was legendary. the show was great. the musical guests. I was born in '93, but I watched it online before they put the re-runs on BET. Malik is great actor. it's a shame they didn't treat the actors right, and that producers (not the actors) ruined it. they tried to make it into a typical police procedural like Law & Order. but it never was that they were fully within their rights to protest (at the beginning of season 3)

[@nehsangbong7259]

Same! 93 baby and I'm currently binge watching the show on Peacock. I watched reruns in the 2000s as a kid. This show was way ahead of its time.

[@freddy8479]

"D!(KHEAD" WOLF WAS THE CAUSE OF IT'S CANCELLATION!!!

[@e-jaythesupreme1504]

I was born in 1993 as well. July 1993 as a matter of fact. I remember the episode where they were burning churches and Kirk Franklin & The Family made a guest appearance.

[@oseiamoah22]

@@tonyhodgin1158 yeah I think they recently put it on there

[@lateshiachilds3640]

New York Undercover had potential, the show could have had up to 10 seasons at the most.

[@visuyhmgroup]

Fun fact: New York Undercover is a part of the Law & Order universe.

[@ronim924]

Wow 😮 I never knew that

[@Cedyouseeibe]

🤔🤔🤔

[@taymatthews6108]

Yup, which is why I'm SUPER surprised they were treated the way they were...Outside of the 2 main characters being of African American and Latino descent, the big name on the billboard is Dick Wolf but in the Same token bc of the 2 main characters being of African American and Latino descent I'm not surprised they were treated in this manner

[@branbranshenanigans1693]

Dick Wolf was a monster back in the 90's

[@DanielGutierrez-zu9fv]

Its part of the Oz as well, dozens of cast member if both.

[@TK.kirkland]

"New York undercover never ended for Malik he stayed undercover for decades 🌈 that's dedication"

[@Dre973Andre]

Yo lmfao

[@AfricaGeo]

😅

[@drummstickydd93]

💀

[@dontemack5045]

Nooooo 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@blackspider1405]

you sure seem fascinated with that community. got something to announce? quit projecting, champ. these "jokes" are what everyone told in grade school.

[@emblem2425]

'Create your own space" that is a wise and empowering piece of advice.

[@stackbundles2663]

the interviewer skipped right over it I didn't like that at all, it's great advice

[@kendricjonrs8581]

1:13 " I was raised with a quote, that's tattooed on my arm; 'Build your own generator, so if they turn off the power.... the light's still on.' " Malik Yoba

[@krono5el]

Just been going through ny undercover on prime, first time again since it aired and its still fire. i got back in instantly : D

[@sunnymarie2060]

He is aging well. Good for him. Loved the show🤗

[@kincamell2]

Heavy Gratitude for sharing. Ps Peace to Mtume for all the music. Peace to The whole cast of NY Undercover .

[@kennethbosejr.4933]

Was a beast with the soundscapes!

[@kennethbosejr.4933]

Im still watching this show! Thank you Amazon!

[@The120376]

And BET - every Friday night

[@beezy22]

New York Undercover:Fox Thursday Night Classic…still upset to this day when Torres And McNamara were killed off at the end of the third season…. RIP Tommy Ford….

[@IMHUSTLNGAMIN]

Thursday on Fox was the bomb Martain, Living single and NY undercover

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

We were watching history in the making. I can't even put into words how dope that line up was. You just had to be there 😊

[@IMHUSTLNGAMIN]

@@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect Thursday 7-9pm CST i was in the house watching these great shows these days it'll will NEVER BE A LINEUP THIS DOPE

[@KSoloLoso]

Martin at 7pm-730pm, living single at 7:30pm-8pm, New York undercover at 8pm-9pm Thursday nights on fox will never be the same

[@krlm2280]

Yessir

[@joseyeastwood]

I still watch New York Undercover my favorite show in the 90s.

[@mugabi9502]

New York Undercover was so real they were really showing what was going on in the hood. The show jumped the shark once the killed off Eddie.

[@tykelwilliams6053]

Living Single said the same thing when Friends started asking for money they asked for more money TC Carson was like the leader since he was oldest so he would go to head they didn’t give it to them then they fired him that’s why Kyle isn’t in season 5 & Erica Alexander said there set didn’t have AC & they had a ghetto lot which they called the ranch lot because it was empty & nothing was around it & they didn’t proper craft services all they had was like hot sauce, rice, crackers & all the ladies didn’t have there own dressing trailer so they shared one together

[@lateshiachilds3640]

It's sad how some black shows and cast was treated back then.

[@ghariiscool]

I love this show It's one of only a couple of shows in my lifetime that I made sure I never missed an episode of

[@TheKenzoidElkhorn]

He was the first of his kind . Set the standard and the foundation for future generations to go by . Thanks for everything. #NewYorkundercoverBet #NewYorkundercover

[@iunderstanphotography2780]

Loved NY undercover when I was young. Its run covered my early twenties. it was the new Miama Vice for us. It ended in such a sudden way.

[@anthonybrown1841]

I remember watching this show growing up

[@ccsanders349]

Couldn’t wait to see who was performing at Natalie’s

[@rogerbrownjr5326]

I remember watching this as a teenager in high school but it started going downhill when Eddie died and Tommy came on the scene I knew it was it was and then cuz he was very demanding I didn't like his character in that show

[@justinjuerakhan7934]

Eddie was the heart of the show, not just JC and Nina, I agree 💯

[@fra593]

The show, the acting and writing was so top tier, I wouldn’t have ever known how poorly they were treated behind the scenes.

[@straightshooter9908]

Classic tv show, rap intros and music curation was ahead of its time b4 social media

[@jeanheard4615]

Best show ever loved the music the action JC reminded me so much of my brother Michael the walk where he dress we need shows back on like this of today

[@Idarak1]

watching this show right now, absolutely underrated and Malik stands out as a brilliant actor. but to know he was the same age in season 3 as I am right now makes me feel like a baby XD

[@drummstickydd93]

I'm sorry i can't see this man the same after them last couple interviews 🤣

[@gcforreal]

Right lol

[@SAKILE1]

What did he say/do?

[@stevenqbosell]

@@SAKILE1 got caught in the Range Rover

[@SAKILE1]

@@stevenqbosell With whom? I’m confused.

[@ZOWO3000]

@@SAKILE1 let’s just say he likes the girls that stand up to pee

[@angelamitchell9768]

I still watch it when i see it on. It needs to come back.

[@satoyataylor192]

Always loved him because he is a remarkable man.

[@TheBulletzgottishow20]

Malik yoba is a great actor they need to do the reboot

[@gilfordmccormack8140]

Believe it or not, I used to watch this show when I was in preschool lol. Back then My Mom was strict my brother and I would have to be in bed by 9pm on school nights, but when it came to that Thursday night lineup on Fox my Mom would let us rock lol.

[@sheraydunbar729]

That was sweet I bet..👏😃

[@gilfordmccormack8140]

@@sheraydunbar729 yup

[@therealljfrazier]

The true meaning of what’s done in the dark coming to the light watch the show and didn’t know how they was being treated 👊🏽🔥

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

One of my favorite shows as a child. I've been watching the re-runs on BET Friday nights. Too bad Malik, your stance in recent years about women has made me re-think my views about you. I do understand fighting for better treatment on the show and respect. The first 2 seasons are golden.

[@duaneforhire]

Golden indeed.

[@dariusmax91]

They aired this on Thursday nights, when I was a kid….New York Undercover at 9 pm and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine at 10 pm. I loved those shows! You will not see positive Black fathers and decent men and women portrayed like this in today’s world! I thank God I got to see these shows in their prime. Today, still gold to watch! God bless those actors:)😊

[@barbaralivingston8593]

Met Malik at a school called Yala in th 90s. Great guy. I am so happy that he went on to do great things. Keep doing what you do.

[@stevengrvp]

That was the best show on fox Thursday night

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

The whole Thursday night line up Including Martin and Living Single was top tier!

[@freddy8479]

It ran NECK AND NECK with another series, "VANISHING SON."

[@QR_Code]

yeah funny how thursday nights was must see tv and friday was tgif... hell i remember when fox first started and sunday night was tv appointment..everybody was on parker lewis, al bundy, tracy ulman, george carlin, gary shandlin, etc. a mf dont even watch tv nowadays 🤣

[@TatixSwank]

I been rewatching the series. Very iconic & nostalgic.. this one of my fav throwback cop shows next to Miami Vice for sure

[@TheFilmSpace1]

One of the best shows ever

[@tonybologna9071]

Malik Yoba gave a whole new meaning to NY “Undercover” 😂

[@marcaskew6199]

You must be talking about that broken wrist.

[@j.roberts2230]

Hahahaha…Right! Ole fruity ass Nucca

[@flowerlotus8940]

Thank you for acknowledging his Bussy ass…undercover brother

[@Cedyouseeibe]

Very true 😁😅🤣

[@dawn5926]

😆😆😆

[@moniquetravis3481]

I wish you was still on. Just keep your head up. You are always blessed 😎🤓😉😍😘💗😇

[@TheBulletzgottishow20]

Thursday nights on fox was lit new York undercover Martin and living single they had it on lock in the 90s

[@FATMANYOU2]

My man Malik, where the New York Undercover reboot? Stay up💯💪🏾🙏🏽

[@lateshiachilds3640]

That is what I want to know

[@gloriajohnson86]

I love this show just got finish binge watching the season. I was hurt and heartbroken when they killed off my baby Eddie

[@williamhines2577]

Martin Living Single then NY Undercover was a GREAT Thursday lineup heading into TGIF on ABC MANNNNNNNN I miss these days

[@The120376]

You mean FOX

[@williamhines2577]

I know they was on fox I know what I meant watching it on Thursdays got you ready for TGIF on ABC

[@garyjohnson691]

I remember fox Thursday night lineup was Martin, Living Single, New York Undercover, miss those days.

[@Ezryel71529]

New York Undercover was the s*** back in the day!

[@AlteredConditions]

Salute to one of the best shows and one Stand Up Brother👍🏾🙏🏾✌🏾

[@coltononline]

nah. he a stand up, bend over and grab his ankles brotha

[@octaviasworld3414]

I was too young but he was my crush back in the day 🥰

[@6time686]

You should check who he's crushing today...

[@tobiashillsjr8420]

I remember when I was a little kid I was watching new York undercover use to come on at 10:00 pm on fox , Anthony masion r.i.p

[@leesmith7127]

Still watch every night on Peacock. Just started season 4. The last season unfortunately.

[@tanyaguy6016]

I bet the actors on Blue Blood, Law & Order never had to or have to go thru this bs. SAD we never get our just due until after the fact. Even then they still do a half ass job😒🤨😡

[@anotherway18]

I’m binge watching this right now the intro brought back memories

[@MrMitchelljung]

I watched this every Thursday night when I was in grade school. God I miss the 90s

[@kingman1330]

MY dude is looking like Tommy Sotomayor now!!!!🤣😂😂

[@dictionary9150]

i been watching reruns on peacock I forgot how good the show was

[@abefinklestein711]

Honestly, Dick Wolf has produced many hit cop shows and as yiu see he had no problem moving forward and finding something else. But at the same time i don't blame them for asking for more money. They were just young and green & handled it emotionally.

[@AisaSpade.]

im still watching it no doubt about it same episodes and whole!!!!!!

[@Mebirduwine]

i hated this show when i was younger in the 90s, but it wasn't really for my age, i literally started watching this show last month and love it

[@taymatthews6108]

Growing up I always wanted to go to be a patron at Natalie's...lmaooooo

[@ryder9427]

Such a legend

[@dejuanshird379]

Legendary

[@alejandromora4681]

My childhood was Fox Thursdays...always nostalgic when I watch...I always wonder what if this show would have continued like law and order

[@eugenedusauzay9468]

Didn't they have brand clothing sponsor money, i remember seeing Tommy Hill, Helly ect

[@leeleecorbett8421]

I LOVE THE MEN FOR NEW YORK UNDER COVER ! GOD BLESS THE FINE 🙂 🙏 🙌 ☺️ 😊 ♥️ MEN ! LOVE LEE LEE!

[@lightsoutmedia7370]

My favorite show of the 90s I wish it was on streaming platforms I can’t watch this on bet there’s too many commercial breaks

[@shantelpope4550]

It’s on amazon prime now without the commercials all four seasons.

[@lightsoutmedia7370]

@@shantelpope4550 is it? Awwwww shit thanks

[@tinamarie2484]

Peacock

[@lightsoutmedia7370]

@@tinamarie2484 is it?

[@tinamarie2484]

@@lightsoutmedia7370 yep!

[@bobbynorris.2878]

Undercover 💅

[@capoislamort100]

Damn you cold, son🤦🏿‍♂️

[@emblem2425]

NY Undercover was a monument for the culture except season 4. Which was abysmally awful. You couldn't survive the losses of season 3 and take the direction of season 4.

[@lateshiachilds3640]

Season four was ok, it felt like a spinoff.

[@emblem2425]

@@lateshiachilds3640 😄😄😄 I'll try that

[@justinjuerakhan7934]

TV is racist at times. I feel so angry that Malik and Delo almost didn’t get what they want that they had to protest against the third season.

[@MrMitchelljung]

Yeah Dickless Wolf screwed then it seems like

[@karlindabailey9467]

Wow that was a good show

[@6time686]

"This is my f*ckin' life!!"

[@BlackJaxxx]

New York Undercover Brother LOL

[@barbaralivingston8593]

Miss this show

[@reginayfavors]

They paid you. That's enough respect.

[@HNiCDuke]

If u watch new york undercover, U could tell he liked the trainees then Build your own generator just in case your trainees likes the lights on~mailk yoba

[@jamesthompson9164]

Thank you

[@ronim924]

New York undercover is showing on BET now hopefully he’s getting compensated

[@krlm2280]

Got my swag from jc when i was a young teen he was cool and always had the ladies and most of new york undercover would land roles on the wire including Marlo,weebey,Daniels,bodie,cutty and dt. Sydnor and also had Jason and midget from New Jersey drive and I bet ice t had security

[@creativeconner80]

I'm so happy Amazon prime got it. BET show to many damn commercials. This is my #1 Dick Wolf cop show.

[@lateshiachilds3640]

That is why I watch on Peacock.

[@origins3694]

The show died when they got rid Michael and the intro music changed, etc…The last season didn’t feel the same. I love NY Undercover. I only watch the first 3 seasons. I don’t care about the last one.

[@ghanasoul]

It was a fun time to see a show like this. FINALLY something for black audiences and Latino audiences at the same time. Had this been 2 white actors on a cop show it would’ve been on NBC, ABC, or CBS.

[@davidtyler6708]

Are we going to discuss his other proclivities.

[@jonsmith848]

No

[@capoislamort100]

You wouldn’t want him to go nuts and pull another R-kelly like last time, do you?

[@stevenqbosell]

😂😂😂

[@chaboi7]

That show died when they killed off the puerto Rican guy, it was worthless but hopefully one day they remake it with both of them but it doesn't work without both guys

[@ceemichaels1877]

They got paid damn good $$$ per episode, $40,000 per episode, damn, Heck yeah gimme dat!! 💥💥💥

[@mikeblesstv]

Crazy that the show was called “New York UNDERCOVER” 😂😂😂 ….

[@dejuanshird379]

New York undercover is classic shhhhh

[@leeleecorbett8421]

I LOVE YOU YOBA THE BEST 👌 👍 😍 🥰 ☺️ 💖! MORE BLACK ⚫️ 🔋 🏴 🔌 ✊️ 🚤! LOVE LEE LEE!

[@capoislamort100]

This brother did a lot of damage with all that craziness over his lifestyle, now he’s acting as if nothing happened.

[@Ms_T_Perfectly_Imperfect]

Madness right?!

[@QR_Code]

yeah, actually havent seen dude since all the breafast club / trans stuff. now he here and all relaxed, he comfortable as hell on that leather "futon"

[@PRUNEAVENUE]

Ok CH, fix the title!!! It's not hard!!!