Michael Colyar Gives Real Backstory How Martin Lawrence Blew Up, Talks Role On 'Martin'

comedyhype.com/ Comedy legend and author @Michael_Colyar sits down with CH to discuss his role on 'Martin' and knowing Martin Lawrence before the show with Robin Harris. Instagram: @ComedyHype & Twitter: @ComedyHype_ Shot by @_whoisty_ Intro Beat by Yondo

[@MrTdollarsign]

Michael Coyer might not have gotten his true credit in hollywood but real niggaz know Michael has always been one funny ass dude, he is a legend in the black comedy world

[@true90skid]

I just always think of his character SHOWBOAT! in House Party 3😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭gon make Kid eat a Toe Jam cracker "its the chronic" 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 #Classic

[@sunshinesunflowerz1647]

Fa sho!!

[@369S.I.]

Facts

[@joseyeastwood]

Facts

[@yonkcity]

Exactly. He was talking about Martin's genius and being a "baaaad boy" I couldn't help but think, "Dude, you're a LEGEND!"

[@OurKindofEntertainment]

Hearing stories like this and how hard Martin worked on his series shows because here we are in 2019 and the series STILL HOLDS UP! I remember after Tommy passed a couple years ago, I collected all five seasons on DVD; still has me rolling like it did when I was a kid back in the 90s!

[@jbway86]

Me too and still on season 2 second disk.

[@jonj402]

It's 2023

[@birdmangorilla100]

I never knew Robin Harris Put Martin on, Love Older Comedians They Wanted To See Everyone Shine

[@tauries7760]

House Party

[@YoungSugaDaddy]

Martin used to always honor him on stage after his death

[@andreearl3258]

@@YoungSugaDaddy right. Martin backed out of the pookie role in new jack city cuz his death was bothering him a lot at that time

[@donwilliamandwilsonshow]

EXACTLY 💯 NOW THEY NOT BOUT THE GAME🎲

[@trevorhandberry2158]

House Party fam. Folks in their 30s or 40s know

[@drphilgood4764]

Michael Colyar in the HouseParty movie was funny as hell. As well as the role of Mr. Whitaker

[@rayman1269]

DrPhilGood yea mr whitker was funny as shit. Not the second one tho he was a goofy. Real martin fans know it was two mr whitaker

[@krlm2280]

The scene when he goes in there and start stripping with the stripper funny as hell

[@winning77th]

Lookup the elephant joke😂

[@coreyjenkins3056]

"Showboat trusts us." "You a silly mother%&*%#@ The Boat don't trust shit!"🤣

[@nenesterling7689]

DrPhilGood they should have let him and full force be in there

[@chitwn]

R.I.P. Robin Harris....most underrated comic ever. Nobody ever talks about him. Bernie Mac got his style from Harris too.

[@shenyaeturner212]

Yea u could say that..God made Bernie as a substitute for robin harris to fill that void in comedy back then

[@hilltop565]

@@shenyaeturner212 God did that? Well please tell God to get rid of the dark army that's controlling this world instead of reincarnating comedians.

[@DreMurrz]

@@hilltop565 nah I appreciate getting spoon-fed from God b/c we get 2 see who does it truly from da heart vs. da Hollywood wannabes seeking &/or conforming juz 4 fame.

[@prissylily25]

Very true. His “Unsung” on TV One was really good.

[@FREE_WILL_DEFENDER]

Stop it

[@Rompastompa71]

This Dude Has Not Aged A Day. One Of The Most Underrated Comedian Of All Time. I Pray That You Get Your Moment.

[@ghanasoul]

Most people don’t know that Robin Harris played a major role in Martin Lawrence’s career. He hooked Martin up with his manager. That helped him get a small role on "Do the Right thing", Who knows how Martin’s career would’ve turned out had Robin Harris been the host of Def Comedy Jam. Anyway, Michael Colyar is a VERY funny dude. Always been a fan of his he seems secure in himself and his career and that is a sign of a successful man. Right on brotha!

[@itsobsessionnottalent1427]

“Idk why them folks gave that boy that Muslim name, KNOWING they from Cleveland.”

[@ghanasoul]

@@itsobsessionnottalent1427 HA!! love it. House Party line.

[@The_Bjorn]

hes always been confident in himself

[@reece6583]

But I hear Martin was also supposed to play Pookie in New Jack City but have up the role because he was too distraught to film after Robin Harris died

[@chippc]

Martin also often credits Shirley Hemphill (What's Happening ) for looking out and being instrumental in his career as well.

[@ogarchielee9880]

Aint nothing like these TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORIES!!

[@butterlevisellman5895]

If anyone ever get a chance to see Michael doing his stand up please go he is one of the most underrated funniest comedian I’ve ever seen...

[@jaimesmith2266]

Butterlevi He remind me of my uncle them chicago cats are different lol

[@noangel1087]

"You can talk about my mama, steal my car, take my jewelry, but don't DON'T mess wit my money."

[@verzatilebrown8878]

House Party 3 Show Boat

[@brandonbates9259]

You messing with the wrong g,the wrong g! Lol

[@MRDATNIGGA26]

The wrong G

[@dominiqueosorio-davis6781]

"Yeah shits unbelievable baby"

[@freestateofgrizzy1937]

Oh if you do that.....you messing with the wrong G......THE WRONG G!! 😂😂

[@thecoach11]

Michael Colyar underrated

[@andrejohnsao7899]

Nothing but FAAAAAAACTS

[@footballrealist4024]

Colyar is a great comic I saw him as a young comic open up for a concert with Parliament/ Funkadelic in 1979, I mean literally crack up a sold out show i didn't realize until years later who he was young & funny.

[@StacyPowerhouse]

Love this. Love how highly he speaks of Martin.

[@Stanlayy-em4fk]

The cult classic "Talking Dirty After Dark" comes to mind.

[@mrtonywilliams6312]

Damn shame this man never got a sitcom

[@kpolart4137]

Talking Dirty After Dark is underrated.

[@Stanlayy-em4fk]

@@mrtonywilliams6312 He did have that late show on BET featuring the Band "Who In the Hell Left the Gate Open"😁

[@mrtonywilliams6312]

@@Stanlayy-em4fk Damn forgot about that, but he would've be great as a T.V dad with a good cast. Always been a fan

[@jkdortch2308]

NOT UNDERRATED NOT GREAT PROMOTION AND U HAD TO BE A REAL FAN

[@outrageoustv3594]

Martin Lawrence is my favorite comedian

[@darealjjackson]

Outrageous TV He’s definitely the best!!

[@virgilgeorge6579]

Same💯

[@jessicarobinson8667]

Same here

[@Nickstaman]

Me Too

[@Mr2KOOL4LYFE]

I forgot he was Gena's boss 😆

[@uploadvidz4490]

That's actually what I remember him from the most

[@dbprod.7428]

Salute to Michael Colyar!

[@footballrealist4024]

Martin is definitely in the top 5 for as a comedian.

[@nestaparks9370]

Keep on coming with these magnificent interviews. They hold substance and not speculative gossip.

[@yonkcity]

I'm old enough to remember Martin when he starred on the reboot to "What's Happening?" "What's Happening Now".

[@ajsassy788]

lee a Yep way before we even knew who Martin was then he appeared on House Party and the rest is history!

[@Hatedj]

Michael Colyar always been a real one... He always tells you the truth about stuff that you didn't know. I wish he could get the recognition he deserves. He damn sure one the best still doing it in comedy.

[@tiffanymcdaniels5652]

Robin Harris is my number 1 comedian of all time. R.I.P.

[@yougotta2505]

definitely a genius martin lawrence. didn't realize it when i was a kid growing up watching him but now im blown away. completely blown away.

[@saleemahfareed6509]

Martin run his show like a genus and a professional comedian

[@msthang5366]

All those folks blew up!!! I bet that was a dope experience!!

[@-sdot83]

Martin the mf GOAT! Nobody made me laugh in my life more than Martin, on stage, on set, live tv, behind the scenes and nobody wanted that roast game wit Martin

[@robertwhatley9078]

Frankly, I don't understand why somebody hasn't built a show or a movie around Michael Collar. I would support it most definitely.

[@kippwilson8099]

I remember Michael Colyar is a stand up comedian in Star Search! That let you know that he worked his way up to his success in Hollywood!✌👍👍😁Very funny!!!!!😁😁😁

[@Risha-Rene]

I love these backstories. Thank you for allowing them to tell their story. I can watch these all day. Love Martin. Can’t wait for the Bad Boys 3😆

[@shonfromdachi]

Michael Colyar is a true talent from the Chi! Always proud of him!!! ❤️❤️

[@LRrealest]

I went see big homie for my birthday a couple months ago. Great show, dude a legend

[@eugeneseals2406]

Martin Lawrence enough said Bad man FUNNY for him is an understatement for Martin Huge fan over here

[@jbway86]

Took a picture with Mr Coyler in Dallas, Tx about 4 years ago.

[@BROOKLYNUNBIAS]

Before I even watch I hit the like button! One of the best channels on KZbin ! Salute my brother 🔥🤙🏽💯

[@jonsamuels9245]

HO-LY- MOLEY!! Did not know Def Jam was created for Robin. Wow he would've had some classic moments in sure

[@kinfolk76]

Seen him at a comedy joint and he's really a great brother he approached us and ask us how was the show and gave us an autograph without security.....great one

[@Crysis410]

He looks like an older Chris tucker, I remember seeing him on comic view back in the day😆 he funny asf lol

[@reginaldjohnson1367]

Michael Coyler came to my school Central State University 98-99 school year as apart of some kinda comic view tour. We had several comedians throughout the year. He KILLED his show. Great story teller.

[@kcoolmuziq]

I saw Michael’s comedy routine years ago and he is a GREAT amazing storyteller. He keeps U captivated.

[@steviecritiquenewby7874]

People don't understand that Robin Harris what's going to be the man before he died think about it Robin Harris was in Harlem nights with the greatest comedians of all time Robin Harris stand up was killing it at the time before Martin Lawrence before Bernie Mac but people forgot about that and the people don't know about that it's the truth Robin Harris supposed to been that dude in the 90s go do your research

[@Jab_Reel]

Stevie Critique Newby bebes kids too

[@Trahern100]

Stevie Critique Newby baba kids, he died at the height of his career.

[@adon31997]

Brother Michael is a LEGEND in comedy!!! Loved him in House Party 3✊🏿💪🏿👍🏿💯👏🏿

[@jeremiahdavis3398]

If they ever did a king of comedy 2 I think Martin should be on that ASAP long over due ✊🏾✊🏾

[@itsobsessionnottalent1427]

Make him the host

[@quinglass2782]

He was supposed to have done that before the others who did

[@msthang5366]

He truly is a genius!!!

[@tristantriton8115]

TK Kirkland - I put Martin parents together to make martin exist as a child.

[@AdvntrgyalRika]

This man be in LA promoting his own shows. I hope he gets to smell his flowers.

[@saleemahfareed6509]

All the comedians on Martin show where very funny

[@dimitriventura820]

Charmaine Smith its funny cause he actually put Tracy Morgan on and took him out one of the worst projects of Bklyn

[@seanlong5808]

I remember he played Gina's boss on Martin LOVED IT

[@slofever512]

These are iconic stories. Michael Colyar seen it all and living proof u can overcome adversity and still achieve salute 💯👑🎤 dropped

[@h8shunlou]

I've NEVER heard someone tell a joke like Michael Colyar...surgical precision, and hilarious

[@sirpoppinchuck]

Micheal Colyer is a classic comedian with real jokes really great timing!!!! Topper Carew dud the oldschool doc. "Breakin and enterin" that became the movie " Breakin" from the 80's!

[@sexxmode3197]

Anytime your name is on something You will be Hands on Know that

[@jsoul99]

One of the funniest and most sincere people ive ever met ...

[@trentalexander1143]

Colyar is a bad boy! That’s why he can recognize “it” in Martin. Colyar’s addressed his troubles several years before Martin’s show, Martin’s troubles had yet to manifest themselves!!!

[@Rocketscienceshorts]

Loved seeing as Santa on Ms. Pat! I’ve seen him for so long on the screen

[@Bythebartalk]

Growing up without a dad I definitely idolized Martin when I was a kid

[@valeriamontgomery4748]

I love Michael and Martin

[@rita-ow2wm]

Yes Martin is a genius! He stuff is still relevant today. I can watch martin say it word for word and still crack up like it's the 1st time i saw it. Hilarious!

[@chrisbullock6477]

I remember Martin from What's Happening Now..LOL But didn't recognize it was him until years later when he became famous.

[@thesmellgoodguy3770]

Michael Colyar is underrated

[@sirpoppinchuck]

Comedy act theater was right there in South Central y'all in Leimert park!!! Regency west we used to party there in the 70's 80's my dude "green eyes" was the Dj!!!! All the greats came out of there!!! Robin Harris talks about the Comedy Act. I believe in one of his old shows/ interviews!!!

[@iluvmyboba]

Martin is one of the funniest comedians ever. Period. And he had a lot of talented comics come through his show. Michael Colyar, Tracy Morgan, Reginald Ballard, Chris Rock, Reggie McFadden. The list is too long. Good looking out, Martin.

[@tammystranger9512]

Loved him since i used to see him on venice beach in cali on the weekend

He should had blew after bernie Mac man he is so underrated

[@CrazyT502]

That's my dude right there! Funny ass comedian! Michael colyer!

[@TrvisXXIII]

He’s speaking his truth, but has no idea the impact he left on that show. That episode where Martin threw out his back is in my top 3 favorite episodes, and his character mr wittaker, played the biggest part, creating one of the funniest moments I can remember.

[@Velvetarticulationpodcast]

Crazy I literally watched this episode of Martin today

[@doccentralstation2592]

Don’t compare Tiffany Haddish to Martin Lawrence..Martin deserves everything he got. He worked hard and the main thing is, unlike Tiffany Haddish, he’s actually funny!

[@Phoenixspin]

I met Mr. Colyar in the mall. He was very nice.

[@alford2010]

Love you brother! True pioneer in the comedy game.

[@michaeltannerjr.4715]

He was in the movie with Eddie Murphy and he was in Norbit. Playing Norbit Barber. He was on The Martin Lawrence Show and playing Martin Payne Barber. The Episode was Playa's Ball Martin Lawrence aka Jerome walk through the Barber Shop and insult between two guy running for Playa's of the month and made everyone laugh in the laugh inside Barber Shop by telling jokes.

[@vistalite-ph4zw]

I used to see Michael Coylar at Venice beach in the late 80s early 90s. He was the funniest comedian out there and smart. Before he start his act he would have us clap real loud so more people would come around and then he would start his act.

[@billydakid71]

🐐 just sayin everybody on MARTIN 💯

[@xDTHECHEMISTx]

He kept it real

[@worstreviewedgamer5913]

His ice cream parlor joke is my fav.

[@Jushandsum]

Def Comedy Jam was designed for Robin Harris...Wow...!!!

[@zuluboy4056]

Yea bro..this is OG right here

[@dozhadeville444]

Legend

[@Danny-cg6ro]

I know his son Nick. Mr. Coyer used to come into the barbershop his son worked at and said he was going to sponsor the renovations for the shop. Never happened. His son used to talk mad shit about his pops because he was never around and didn’t give him money.

[@krlm2280]

Give him one of these T jam orderves I call it The Chronic

[@certified2134]

He wasn't as excited as "Getting called to be on martin" as the interviewer was 😅😅 you gotta understand who you Interviewing..this man paved the way for Martin not the other way around kiddo😂

[@salaamsupreme1653]

Michael.one of the genius greats

[@destinysmith1884]

Robin Harris,Be Be kids😂

[@ragantate3995]

I remember him from Venice beach, ca.

[@rexxgarvin5313]

Was there a Comedy Act Theatre in Atlanta?

[@taquanacollins1533]

I remember him from house party 3

[@aaronknight6069]

Sho-boat

[@spider-man6947]

I've been a fan of Michael colyer since def comedy jam 1992. Funny guy!!! #Spidey 🕷🕸

[@MrMrdamon1]

Michael Corlier is a great brother.

[@shaynation2634]

Cool honest dude

[@vixxa]

He's very honest

[@janeenewilliams7812]

I love Martin.

[@bigggmonty]

R.i.p. Robin Harris A great

[@edwardtaylor5411]

Eat my “Toe Jam” 😂

[@Bythebartalk]

Blue streak will always be a classic in my eyes, Martin and Dave chapelle killed it

[@ptuinsights6487]

Show boat!!! 😂😂😂

[@sunshinesunflowerz1647]

Shoutout to God and Martin Lawrence.

[@theregalslimvlog]

"Now Play, you generally ain't shit and Kid you ain't nothing but a sucka MC!" - Showboat 😂 Big up to Mike man!

[@pacinoofficial_]

Awsome guy

[@shenyaeturner212]

Martin is the 2pac of comedy...what pac did for hip hop is what marty mar did for comedy 💪💪💪

[@josephenough]

Even bigger, I think. Could you imagine No Martin and Gina, no Nipsy's, No Stan, No bro man, no hustle man (Tracy Murrry) etc... Etc..

[@rogerdat8852]

@@josephenough Jerome by himself coulda been a mini series or even a short movie. Even his characters had thier own legacy

[@misak1914]

Can we put an end to these interviews that waste one artist's time talking about another artist? I'm getting sick of interviews where all they want to do is talk about Tupac, Michael Jordan, and in this case Martin Lawrence. You've got the man in the chair, ask Michael Colyar about his career and what he's been up to.

[@markfloors6988]

Sura Meso Films didn't think about that, but you've got a good point

[@lowbo47omzascotave94]

*Eastside Low Bottoms shit !* Shout out to Mike. I was in line with him in traffic court in Downtown LA about 5 years ago. I told him "Just plead not guilty. That's wut i do !" Lol #RespectYaElders #MrWhitakerOnMartin

[@XGroupProject]

One of the only comedians that still use punchline jokes