Marla Gibbs on 'The Jeffersons' Getting Cancelled, How '227' Came Together (Part 3)

[@evolvedmelanin511]

We are so lucky to still have this Queen🌟💚.

[@russelladams7134]

Yes yes. She is the one of the last of the greats.

[@O-Dini]

Evolved Melanin That’s a FACT...

[@BrotherDerrick3X]

@James Jenkis she turns 89 in June.

[@rogerblewett5595]

Yes

[@charlenemckinney7858]

This Interview is a Blessing!!

[@deman19901]

Her memory is sharp to be 88 years old. I'm in awe.

[@MichaelBrown-lm3vd]

Wow she's that age man IAM old

[@michaelbest4739]

Yeah sometimes it's amazing seeing how ppl age, my great-grandmother had amazing memories till her death at 97! Its really men I dont see age well which is scary

[@michaelbest4739]

@Anthony Smith wow!! That's great to be independent at that age! Hopefully we will be there age telling this story💪😂

[@beautytube1]

Nathan Taylor omgsh she is 88?? Bless her ❤️

[@issiewizzie]

some is down to genetic but most based on how you spend your earlier years health-wise (sleep/food/drink/exercise)

[@DaveSincere]

Man. This woman is a LEGEND... Just to hear her story...

[@lukecywalker]

What a wonderful woman. So classy. Look how real women carry themselves.

[@sainttrunks1982]

All except for the Stripe club she owned and runs over there.

[@agonleed3841]

I mean..sh'es also old. So....

[@streetdreams0812]

and she requested Jaque Harris on the show and wasn't jealous th at she became more popular on the show. That real class.

[@debeenanderson6834]

For real

[@latrelle611]

She needs to get the same praise and recognition Betty white gets

[@Richiezbrasjr]

Mister Blake stfu with that bullshit. what has she done lately? Betty white voiced a character in Toy Story 4, and she was also in a sitcom that ended last year so...

[@larrysmoovejohnson4238]

Along with Cicely Tyson

[@justafanofnerdculture7602]

Latrelle Wiley Absolutely!!!

[@IndigoStar80]

Mister Blake that’s fucked up #Eracism

[@BlackAM]

The industry doesn't praise our race they just use our race

[@genesjewel1315]

This lady literally gave accolades to someone else. Saying that Jackee was the reason the show was successful. Says she did not mind because the show had great ratings. That was awesome! #legend #loveHer

[@deemonrovia6698]

Which is crazy because there were ru.ors they didn't get along very well because of this. I'm sure they didnt, but she's old now. No reason to be spiteful right.

[@frederickanthony1965]

She really made it work

[@renealexander2703]

I love Jackee. She was great, but, for me, the reason the show was successful was due to Marla Gibbs and the whole cast was wonderful as well.

[@rocjones6543]

And Marlas check was the biggest so....🤑

[@TheSingingMystic87]

She had JUST stole the show on The Jeffersons for 11 years. I think she identifies with Jackee in that respect.

[@shakendriamurphy2302]

*"There's no place like home I mean no place Chile!"* She is a ledgend and was a triple black threat! Yessss serve it up Marla!

[@juliusadams1931]

She is the last of the legends of the 70s TV shows

[@dametwalker5977]

Big Facts 💯

[@jaquesteddyruxpin932]

She's The Last of The Jeffersons cast not of the seventies TV shows

[@BrotherDerrick3X]

@@jaquesteddyruxpin932 Berlinda Tolbert (Jenny Willis-Jefferson) is still alive.

[@jaquesteddyruxpin932]

@@BrotherDerrick3X oh yeah, my bad, and Lionel is too

[@juliusadams1931]

@@jaquesteddyruxpin932 I know

[@wilhelmeniaferren9704]

She aged beautifully and sharp as a whistle blowing.

[@miami8089]

She said out of everybody on the show, Jackee Harry was the one that made the show so successful. Respect. As great as Marla Gibbs is, she is even more humble. No ego at all.

[@cleofusthadon8291]

She is a National Treasure. Bless her heart

[@19zach75]

She is a major part of the Black television culture. An icon. So much respect for this lady.

[@JLPerryTV]

We need to give her flowers while she is still here!

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

You are still here. Do you want me to send you a few flowers?

[@leonblack7736]

SHE IN THE TOP TIER OF THE GREATEST BLACK CELEBS

[@paulagrey6013]

@@Moneyman-lx3nw wow !! Thats all you can say 😥

[@mfnm000]

I certainly agree. To add, it's unfortunate that she was stymied from being all that she could be, in that time. Lear was absolutely pushing an agenda for the abject denigration of the black female. They didn't want to see the surfeit of equity in her, even though the black community did.

[@marleyjanim5033]

@Adam Price they word make a great comedy duet

[@TVHouseHistorian]

This woman is a legend and a warm part of all my good childhood memories. My family never missed a single episode of The Jeffersons or 227. The role of Mary Jenkins was a complete departure from that of Florence Johnston, and Gibbs did a smashing job on both.

[@lnapjr76]

Interesting (and typical) that they wanted to get rid of Lester's character. These networks always want to eliminate the portrayal of strong, responsible Black manhood. Props to Ms. Gibbs for standing her ground on casting decisions.

[@aconater]

Was thinking the same thing....💯💯

[@breal9028]

Exactly! I remember Esther Rolle had to fight for to have a husband on Good Times because they didn’t want her to have one.

[@lenward4559]

Not just the networks, the welfare system does the same

[@rocjones6543]

I didn't know that, i glad she fought to keep him 👍

[@veebran7845]

The interviewer was dry. Didn't Respond to her stories with any type of enthusiasm. He did not match her excitement at all.

[@rondellenmore8350]

Noticed it too. Especially when she was speaking about her venturing into producing etc. He was so dry.

[@get2danews925]

hes too young should have given it to lunell

[@donfuego3585]

I loved her as florence. She did whatever the hell she wanted.

[@gejewi1]

Lol!!!!

[@kenyaloveful]

I really love her as Mary and she was good and funny on 227.

[@ymccormack9613]

Indeed she did..lol..

[@flyyladyj7972]

She cut up on the regular😂😂

[@ceejay1602]

Fact 🤣....ah lotta clap back...🤣🤣

[@dewaynewhite2928]

The Jefferson is so awesome that they had to take the show off air, and still holds the record of being the longest black sitcom today and they could have even went longer because of the support they got!!!!

[@luvbig41]

Thus the reason they cancelled the show. Think about it.....Who would cancel a successful show?

[@dewaynewhite2928]

@@luvbig41 well said, because we were supporting the show and blowing others out of the way!!! That's why part of the reason Cosby wanted to own or buy into NBC so that he could give black sitcoms a chance!!!!

[@luvbig41]

@@dewaynewhite2928 And look what happened to him. Makes me start having delusional conspiracy theories and wondering if OJ was planning to buy a team or a sports station.

[@jmjfanss]

@Angel Johnson thank you.

[@agonleed3841]

@@luvbig41 lmao. Nah. O.J. was just O.J. He probably hired someone to kill, and was just too close to the action, like when he went to get his stuff back. He didn't have to be there. He should've had his homies storm the place, but he was all in the middle of it. Front running it since it wasn't murder lol. Anyhow..he wasn't doing anything behind the scenes but just being himself. Cosby, however, was trying to make something for us. And it's sad how they did him..but what's sadder is that no other black person is stepping up to do something like that. The closest thing we got is Jay Z trying to weasel himself into the NFL.

[@marianadesilva9174]

227 was one of my fave shows as a kid

[@tgree18]

227, the Facts of Life ( Because Tootie was my favorite character), and Amen was what I watched on Saturday!

[@lashellhenry-maivia4464]

She is so blessed, and she always had me laughing on the Jefferson's and definitely 227.

[@thecatman4ever]

I love Marla Gibbs. She was wonderful on the Jefferson's & 227. I remember writing her a fan letter back in the early 1980's and she was kind enough to send me a beautiful autographed photo and a note written to me. I still have it in a photograph album to this day. She is a class act!

[@timmiegreenfalls1923]

The interviewer really does a terrible job. This women is a legend, act like it!

[@dennisdeleo74]

That interviewer sounds a lot like John Amos.....

[@michmex220]

Green Falls same exact! Thing I said ! What a shame !

[@aquarius4life]

I agree it could have been handled much better than this. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@joseyeastwood]

I thought it was just me.

[@aconater]

First thing that came to my mind was how terrible he was...

[@jaylove9844]

227 WAS MY SHOW! So good to see her still here, Marla, if no one has said it, I will: YOU ARE A LIVING LEGEND.

[@mreynol1]

I love when I find out who was in the running for certain roles. I'm glad Cheryl Lee Ralph was not chosen. Nobody could have done Sandra better than Jackee. She owned that role.

[@aconater]

Yeah I couldn't have pictured her in that role..

[@mreynol1]

@@aconater me either. I tried picturing her doing Sandra but its not funny..lol..Sandra was very very feminine.

[@keithbannister9271]

I agree with you!!

[@rachelr375]

Agree!

[@mreynol1]

@T M perfect!

[@mirgill1]

👏👏👏 Applauding her is my immediate response to her testimony watching this clip and what she accomplished. I knew he owned the rights to the play, but boy did she put in work for 227 on T.V and looked out for her cast. Love her even more. Wow!

[@KdaCrooked]

Dis woman.... MAN i miss my grandma!!!!😩😩😩😔😔😔😞😞😞😞

[@b.ketchumfromhoustontx]

Me too i really miss her both of my grandmas there isnt any real ones out there

[@KdaCrooked]

@@b.ketchumfromhoustontx i feel ya potna

[@commentpolice2026]

Yes Bruh🙏🏾 15 years and it still feels like yesterday 😢

[@BattleOfBowties]

Same struggle!

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

She is an actress you have never met. This woman is not your grandmother!

[@CelestialGatez]

Loved this interview! Marla didn't have an ego. She went with what worked, stood her ground and she sounds like a fair person. I like that. Classy lady.

[@rogerblewett5595]

This woman has so much history and is legendary

[@brendapaddlety2413]

Wow! Marla's memory is still sharp,what a classy lady. I enjoyed watching her as Florence on The Jeffersons and 227 💚 a true legend...

[@charlenemckinney7858]

Marla Gibbs was a Casting Genius and so Generous to say what she said about Jackee.

[@DiggumSmack77]

This woman need to get her flowers and recognition. She’s a legend.

[@CadiKane]

she dressed like she make a mean pot of mustard greens after church

[@cherrycordiaI]

Ooh. I want greens now.

[@taratrenise2935]

😂😭😂😭😭

[@KdaCrooked]

Look like she'll whoop u for bein late for supper....🤣😂 Ai 100, good 1 tho...

[@jayj3000]

Nah them Turnip greens fam, with 2 ham hocks

[@menow4480]

She looks like she smoked 4 packs a day for the last 50 years

[@willsims2009]

Ms. Gibbs is so nice! 227 was a good show! I love how it portrayed Issues in our community, but so much positive was in the show. I enjoyed her and Lester’s relationship and how the show portrayed a real man providing for his family.

[@jmjfanss]

Lester was one of my all time favorite tv dads.

[@thaat1]

Damn If they did a Jefferson movie, she could play "mother Jefferson."

[@AprilCampbell]

Yo, you nailed it. She definitely could. #MarlaGibbs. I love, love her. Norman Lear was keen on given chances but not really wanting to let them profit. Gibbs never received credits though. Debbie Allen was getting paid bc of intellect but even she was still underpaid. Those were times where black people loved and admired but not valued.

[@mojoe3012]

@@AprilCampbell hopefully she got rebroadcast cheddar.

[@antoinec822]

If they did a 227 movie, she could play Pearl.

[@aconater]

I'd love to see her play Mother Jefferson

[@christopherray3626]

I like it!!!

[@arthurmorris1813]

Instant like for the queen. She used to own all kind of real estate in Leimert Park in LA back in the day. Always nice when you'd see her around.

[@foxysharpe6414]

Wow that's very amazing to know. I've known a lot about the greats in film but I never knew anything about her life. This is a very historical moment, and I know she has so many untold experiences she could talk about.

[@db60615]

Her mind is so sharp! She looks so beautiful and we're so blessed to have her here with us.

[@sekhemasaru5718]

I’m so glad and honored to be raised up by the stellar hit tv show “227”, my family and I were on the edge of our seats every new episode, it was the talk of the town and my Mom owned her own beauty salon, so gossip and social issue conversations were the order of the day. Wow now I know why Marla Gibbs was very outstanding, daring and a boss on this show, she was an executive writer producer. Awesome memories stored of this show with my family, what a time, what a time........

[@thekingjackshowpodcast]

She looks good

[@christinevmiles506]

227 is on Hulu rn. I love watching those episodes. Takes me back to a time where life was more relaxed & happy. Now there's too many shows & networks & apps to watch..... Love Marla!!

[@faces4362]

I could listen her tell stories all day!!! Thanks for having a legend!!!

[@KittyNakafima]

God bless her. I'm so thankful she's still alive to talk to us about her tv performances and the behind the scenes on her shows and plays.

[@Srtcuz]

Crazy how Norman Leer didn’t want the black father in the house, same thing he did on good times when they killed off James. They never wanted james from the beginning but the lady that played Florida argued to get him on the show. They can’t stand to see strong black men on t.v.

[@luvbig41]

YEp!!! They had an image they wanted to show back in the day.

[@NoSpinster0909]

Nah James quit because of J.J

[@luvbig41]

@@NoSpinster0909 Yes...an image of a buffoon not a strong black man. He quit because they were highlighting JJ's buffoonery and not other issues.

[@NoSpinster0909]

@@luvbig41 I said that

[@hevyonez97]

@@NoSpinster0909 they fired him before he was able to quit....everything else is true though...

[@manamal769]

She’s such a major part of my childhood memories. What a heartwarming joy to hear her and see her still going strong.

[@oatdog]

She needs a Lifetime Award Asap!!

[@vh6307]

👏🏾👊🏾🙋🏾‍♀️🤩

[@adon31997]

I'm proud of you Sister Marla, and I love you. Thank you for the laughs, and wisdom of your shows.💪🏿✊🏿💯💕🌹 #LEGEND

[@danielwillette3895]

I love Marla gibbs, she was always one of my favorites on the Jefferson's, I would always almost die laughing when her and George would insult each other, absolutely classic!

[@DTM_Lexi]

227 is my fav show so glad yous are interviewing the great Marla Gibbs 💜💜💜

[@shirelleharris9729]

Who doesn't love Florence Johnston????

[@MzPrice]

Shirelle Harris I like because I love her not because I don’t

[@ttlola5515]

She was my favorite character

[@thamotharan1111]

I love her so much...

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

Who does not love Mary from 227, and the other characters she played?

[@patriciahall2223]

Beautiful Lady , Incredibly Classy Strong Lady , didn't allow anyone or anything to stand in her way . Thank you for the precious gift of Laughter you gave us all , God Bless always 💗🇨🇦💗

[@GearsinMotionGraphics]

Lol, I never heard this woman cuss before now I know she was very straightforward but wow!

[@KingAlone516]

The first time I did was when she was on “Passions”

[@ericandy88]

I seem to remember her calling someone on Passions a "pill-popping whore". I know it was daytime, but still wow!

[@juanitawatson7097]

And I still watch 227 to this day!!! God bless you thank you for standing your grounds...

[@jwilliams7554]

She had a consecutive 15 year run starring on two successful television shows.

[@amarvinwinansfan]

Same with Sherman Hemsley. He did the Jeffersons for 11 years then straight to Amen for 5 yrs.

[@jwilliams7554]

@@amarvinwinansfan Yes but technically Sherman had a one year break between the two shows. Marla started 227 right after the Jeffersons ended

[@amarvinwinansfan]

@@jwilliams7554 Yeah that's true. Amen started in 1986

[@badpuppy09]

Marla is just so wonderful and generous about all her other cast mates. Norman Lear found such incredible people for all his shows. Marla is a lovely treasure!

[@geecheetone8550]

I liked 227, but I LOVED The Jeffersons! She'll always be "Florence" to me! Side note: EDI is a terrible interviewer

[@CodyCole80]

😐 I honestly liked 227 better than The Jefferson’s. I can relate more with 227 because I’m an 80’s baby and remember the good times watching it with my mom and older sister. AMEN used to come on after. Maybe it’s just nostalgia. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@rogerblewett5595]

Man quit hating on the fella.. maybe he hasn't done many interviews.. give him a chance

[@agonleed3841]

@@CodyCole80 not nostalgia. I say I like 227 better, even as a black man, because while George was straight up and down the man. Loved that show...He was also the black version of Archie Bunker. And richer. So I just WATCHED Jeffersons and enjoyed it. But with 227, it was like I EXPERIENCED it. the women around me spoke like that. They stood up for each other. The men were men and the women were women. All with individual identities. And they were just regular folks keeping it moving. Not rich, but not quite struggling either. I'm 84born. That show was on reruns by the time I was aware enough to make sure I sat down in front of the t.v. when it came on

[@ttlola5515]

Right

[@CodyCole80]

Agon Leed 🙂 I was born in ‘80. 👍🏾

[@chozahfearless7524]

I love me some Marla Gibbs, loved her on the jeffersons 227, I loved her guest appearance on touched by and angel as a kid. I watched her preach at della resses church nearly a decade ago sweet lady and a beautiful spirit.

[@thetrustybutterknifean80sa19]

227 was top-tier in 1985---and it's still airing in 2020! 💜Marla

[@keithbannister9271]

Glad that I ran across this interview. Marla Gibbs, the pride of Chicago, Illinois ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@myguykree4725]

Great woman right there. Still looking beautiful 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@gucciogucci1115]

I love this lady.... always have and always will.... bless her... just hearing her voice brings back such good childhood memories ❤️

[@tremelthelegacy6715]

Not hearing Vlad in the background feels so wrong

[@CadiKane]

Tremel The Legacy lmao

[@deesee2051]

Tremel The Legacy hell yeah Vlad better come back before these Views drop 😂😂😂😂

[@newjack1982]

But it’s oh so good

[@tman3829]

Who tf is this edi guy

[@jayj3000]

Yet we all are kind of irked by him half the time but intrigued by the guest

[@veronicaguido7790]

Marla, you brightened my day. So miss the tv show❤️

[@freath8076]

Well I know her as Mrs Minnie from Martin when she was their housekeeper 😂😂 and from the king of queens when she was nana Louise the librarian who had to retire because she couldn’t remember anything 😂😂 she’s funny and pretty

[@beverlyanngilbert4794]

She was also D L Hughley's mother on his show. Glad she is still with us. Loved her as Florence and loved her as Mary.

[@ajsassy788]

Martin episode was like 12 yrs after The Jeffersons and all the rest you mentioned! Lol

[@tymck9694]

Omg tht was a gut buster episode.

[@nicholasmercado684]

Thank you miss Gibbs for all your contributions to one of my favorite shows.

[@donfuego3585]

She's like the aunt that always asks. "Wheres my sugar? Come give auntie some sugar."

[@latashaesawhouseaustin674]

I probably would have shed a tear 😢 while interviewing this beautiful Queen 👑 we love you Marla Gibbs ❤️

[@kfreshhh4765]

I love her she reminds me of my grandma

[@WLWesleyJr]

Same here! 100%

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

That is not a compliment.

[@TaharkahX]

I love Marla Gibbs! Pure class and intelligence 👏🏽 👌🏽

[@mistarnzo4556]

glad y'all have some of the og ladies on

[@pauladam8918]

She was brilliant in both shows Jefferson’s and 227 comic gold

[@antoinec822]

@3:33, did I just hear Florence Johnston cuss 😂😂😂

[@billlambert9218]

Exactly she's a huge part of my childhood. I watched her when i was growing up. Watching 227 and still today i know the theme bc No place like home!!

[@brandonrussell79]

Wow Vlad ...are you serious you giving her an interview with somebody else?????

[@TriplomatX]

Maybe he can't make her date. And with an 88 year old woman, to take a risk on setting a later appointment and we could lose her like Boondocks lost John Witherspoon.

[@brandonrussell79]

@@TriplomatX He interviewed John Witherspoon.

[@michaeltaylor1603]

Marla...I love you! I too grew up with Jefferson's, Checking In, 227 and many of her countless wonderful roles.

[@seekingjustthefacts]

I love me some "Florence." I also loved the style and black cultural values she presented in 227.

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

He name was not Florence on 227!!!!!!!!

[@lastdays3148]

Marla Gibbs,looks fabulous🌹I would watched the Jefferson's when I was a little girl in the 1970s. And 227 when I was a Teenager. We had so many iconic Black Sitcom Shows,during the 70s,80s and 90s. Sadly,those days are long gone🤦🏾‍♀️😔

[@brianperry8665]

Love this lady

[@rachelr375]

I still watch 227 and the Jeffersons in 2020 and I ain't gonna stop!

[@jrblack9876]

We need more history from her with a better interviewer!!

[@bmilla8832]

Love her!! May God bless her for more years 2come👐🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽😇😇

[@randall.richardson6023]

I wanna say the same thing" bless her heart.

[@terrancemaloney29]

Marla is a QUEEN. I'm 35 and was raised by grandparents. I watched reruns of The Jeffersons and 227. AMAZING SHOWS. Those shows would not have been what they were had she not been in them. Much respect to this Queen.

[@gemini365ayear]

I love this lady 😍💖😘

[@preciouslove1521]

Thanks for bringing lots of laughter to my home .

[@TiVo2Go]

*Jefferson's got cancelled because it got old and jumped the shark, back in the day whenever you had a "Hawaii" episode, your days were numbered because the writers just ran out of material, Brady Bunch went to Hawaii, Sanford & Son went to Hawaii, plus times changed and you couldn't say the things they said on TV back then.*

[@jmjfanss]

I know it jumped the shark, but the show should have gotten a series finale the way mash did and that is fucked up, the same way trutv did south beach tow almost 6 years ago.

[@greenbyrd3665]

Great example of what happens when you know your stuff, and know your worth. Much respect!

[@TyG2k9]

Marla Gibbs is a legend and Vlad should've handled this interview. Let EDI interview the scrubs like whoever the hell Ratchet Roach is or Shoreline Mafia until he get his interviewing skills leveled up.

[@gtg305h]

Demonic Sinn ratchet roach? Is that a real nigga?

[@baasilreynolds1707]

I love you Marla Gibbs I still watch your show to this day God bless you

[@gargamel55]

The interviewer needs to work on his interviewing skills

[@breal9028]

Blue Dude is dry as hell. Does he not realize he is sitting with a legend?!

[@shottashabazz6721]

He’s probably a Youngin and just recently watched anything Marla Gibbs was in to half way be prepared for this interview. Kind of how students cram study from test/exams.

[@TRAEDONYATOURSTATION]

Wooooooowww!!!!!! 😍😍😍😍 Awesome interview 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[@mrbrownroyyal]

No shade, but I am not getting the same energy that I would get from a Vlad interview...

[@SylentONE]

He wasn't looking for dirt or encouraging her to feed into drama

[@TheCoreyd1086]

This legend is the only one left from the Jefferson's. Loved her comebacks

[@Dd-po2ij]

I. Do. Love me some (227). Bless. You. Ms. Marla.

[@talesfromthelotuspodcast]

That was my show!!!!

[@ShyeNYC]

Legend, Iconic, pioneer...Marla Gibbs is all that! She owned the theater that houses the 227 play and also owned a jazz club.

[@dr.ermag.williams6866]

She has earned her fame status as & actor, other stole from her secretly she is still the Lady of beauty, Betty White is none the better, she is of no color. 227 will always be #1.

[@JasonLandsdown-ss3ew]

She truly exemplifies graciousness. They had stage plays and she finds joy in lifting other people up. They was gonna pay her no matter what.

[@kanyegang2810]

You out did yourself Vlad with this one

[@flilguy]

I love Marla Gibbs! I loved watching "The Jeffersons" and "227." I never knew the story behind "227" until I saw this! Those programs were part of my childhood. I'm 50 and white, although I don't take a lot of sass from people at work because I grew watching Florence Johnston!

[@mondocjenson-dy8zd]

I believe she said Lenny, son of Roxie was a Gemini.

[@jayo552]

LENNIE KRAVITZ is her son

[@spicetbedhead]

Holding back the tears .... she reminds me of my Grandma