Prostitute interview-Devon

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Devon, a prostitute in South Central Los Angeles.
Here’s a link to Devon’s follow up video:
• Megan AKA "Devon" (fol...
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[@butterbean3892]

The thing is that most of the people on here are so obviously intelligent and if they had been born in to different circumstances they would have had such a lovely life or at least a far better life. These problems are generational, the lack of example of how to live differently and a Father. Yes they can see other people living a good life but you need the example in your home. The lack of safety and structure is so important. The government should be there to step in for when this goes wrong but that system is flawed because its run as a business not as true care. The true reflection of a society is how they treat the most vulnerable. Doesn't look like we are doing too well on that front. God bless all who are struggling out there! ❤️❤️

[@seuconrado3365]

Hard to have a father when the government is putting its knee on your neck for 8:46s and everyone is watching

[@truthof7382]

Age old question, is it nature or nurture (or lack of) that leads here.

[@butterbean3892]

@@truthof7382 I personally think nurture has so much to do with it, if you never feel properly loved and safe how can you ever have the self-esteem to do better. Those parts of your brain just aren't activated. Obviously nature is important but if your Mother is drinking or/and doing drugs whilst pregnant that poor babies brain isn't going to get the nutrition or the chance to develop. It's so sad!!

[@No-fu7eg]

Are u blaming the dad 4 her life style lol come on u cant believe this u dont know her do u seems like shes got more storys then a library

[@butterbean3892]

@@No-fu7eg If you look in to psychological studies the absence of a Father is prolific in a child's identity! I'm not here to judge! ❤️

[@Siennageocatches]

"having parents in your life is a royalty" most honest words ever said... Ever. Things we take for granted some kids don't have. Bless you sister

[@henrikegartner2314]

Some people have parents but they're no parents

[@teresa42611]

Both Donald Trump and Hitler had BOTH parents, look at how they turned out. A positive mind set will often turn negatives into positive.

[@sunshinepatsoph4219]

Ignorants like you can't have an opinion. How dare you to write anything without knowing to read and having a concept of reality. You are a subhuman. So don't get an opinion of anything.

[@henrikegartner2314]

@@sunshinepatsoph4219 im sorry. I don't mean to negate the obvious pain and suffering caused by a lack of parents only that for example abusive parents can cause extreme damage too. I'm sorry for having used misleading wording. It's just hard for some children at times to be expected to be grateful for their parents when their parents hurt them badly. But that is besides the point, I also wished everyone grew up in a loving home! Please everyone is entitled to their opinion and no opinion makes anyone subhuman in my belief, even when I disagree I hope you are doing well!

[@sadetwizelve]

It shouldn't be,it's supposed to be normal.

[@kahrimumia]

The best math you can learn is how to calculate the future cost of current decisions.

[@thelashladybr7217]

💯

[@dannymacarthur13]

So true!

[@lilaworley8935]

Well said.

[@heidiho5179]

I’d like to know the math that tells you how to beat the odds. I will keep on calculating til I find the formula if it’s my last accomplishment, though.

[@dannymacarthur13]

@@heidiho5179 Humanity and humour would be a good start!

[@rhonda6791]

Mark please do a follow up because we’re all worried about her and want her to succeed. Devon life didn’t do right by you but everyone in the comments sees you as special, intelligent with a really good and smart heart. Without support it’s very hard but please don’t give up and find a way. Love to you and your daughters xxx

[@jeanettemphatlo5662]

There is a follow up video and man oh man believe you me when I tell you that it’s true when they say don’t save her she don’t wanna be saved

[@jenniferguzman1152]

😢 I was hoping it would be nothing but great things. Definitely gotta go find the follow up

[@gabrielacollington2089]

“I don’t wanna ruin somebody’s day because of what I’m going through.” Somebody who’s gone thru a life like this and can still go through life like this? Divine. Humbling.

[@tinkzorro]

It always strikes me how long people will talk, without interruption . Most people are desperate to tell their stories, to be heard and witnessed.

[@jessicaweston8632]

Right! She certainly can talk and her communication skills could be valuable in the right situation. Shes thinks from all kinds of perspective and she seems fast learner.

[@tubester4567]

@@jessicaweston8632 Shes on meth though. If you catch her on a day without meth she wont be able to function.

[@therealbe]

Nobody cares about your sob story on the streets. Most of them have one. You have to stay guarded just to survive. Of course it's refreshing to have someone actually listen and embrace vulnerability for a change.

[@DJ-uu4wo]

Or lies. Watch her update.

[@juvederme]

@@DJ-uu4wo ?

[@HagakureJunkie]

You just realize the MASSIVE importance of having two stable parents as a child.

[@SIR_REALIST_88]

1000% BUT THINGS WILL ONLY GET WORSE THE LONGER THE WELFARE STATE EXIST ROFL

[@popparock6506]

while it is very important it's a small portion of the problem imo, the majority is what you make/want out of life. I came from the mud. I can speak on it. It's an excuse "most" of the time.

[@orr7793]

you aint need to just need someone that really cares

[@mattberg6816]

And an education system that positions young people for success in life. Starting out set up at a significant disadvantage in America is a huge problem. It’s understandable to feel hopeless being a kid and realizing all at once succeeding isn’t likely. Looking at the choice to work a minimum wage job and hope to get assistance or breaking the law to support yourself isn’t any way of starting a life if you plan on reaching 40 alive or outside prison.

[@Who69]

Sometimes ONE good parent enough!...

[@Alice-st6lz]

This young lady deserves to be helped and loved. Bless her.

[@monyjohnson6032]

I wish she would find me. I’ll take good care of her and change her life

[@MB-gz1ji]

I know a woman who is a prostitute. She grew up in an upper middle class family. Her parents have been married for all of her life and then some. She grew up with a brother and both parents and had a tight knit family (I’ve known her for a long time.) Her parents paid for her college, bought her car, funded her life until she graduated and got a job. She had every opportunity. She was a sorority girl and is absolutely beautiful. After graduation, she decided to get into prostitution because she saw she could make a lot more money. I don’t judge and never would. But I think because she didn’t have to do this, she will someday regret the decisions she made. Anyway, hearing this woman’s story is pretty heartbreaking. Like, what else could she have done? She grew up in an environment where she had no options. Completely different from the woman I know who had every opportunity in the world.

[@SamboProductions]

"When I go outside I try to smile because I don't wanna ruin somebody else's day cause of what I'm going through" That's pretty much my whole outlook on life as of right now.

[@evantochydlowski4787]

Sending you love and positive energy

[@suavo2252]

Best of Luck on you're journey ✌

[@dominiquejenkins5495]

She hasn't even said that yet and this the first comment I read🥺🥺.. baby I'm so sorry your in the mist of dark days . I'll pray for you for sure

[@thagoodzgirl3840]

I haven't even got to that point in the video. This makes me want to cry because I believe that's a sign of a genuine person. I would hope that I'm a genuine person, and this is exactly my mind set...word for word.

[@emeraldemerald6459]

Sending you lots of LOVE.

[@monikae554]

A modeling agency should hire this girl. She is tall- 6"2 with such a beautful smile and postive energy. God bless her & her 2 daughters.

[@druanthony6117]

I thought the same thing!

[@nounoundelerme]

She’s just weak asf🙄

[@deprivome938]

I don’t think she would make it she’s a big complainer..It’s days I complain but I know once I stop and don’t keep pushing I lose...You can’t sit in misery and not improve

[@laurael-ali3040]

I agree.

[@marvenatwomoons8721]

@@deprivome938 🙄🙄

[@dejahgonzalez3555]

This woman’s story telling abilities are so compelling, you barley said a word during the interview. She is so powerful.

[@bryttani318]

I thought exactly the same!

[@maureenerickson-robertshaw3985]

She is so insightful, intelligent, and compassionate. My heart breaks for the pain she has lived through.

[@leiaknight351]

❤😂

[@terrytownsend5583]

I feel sorry for her victims

[@elizabetholbert6949]

It's weird how often people say, "Wow. This woman is beautiful! She deserves a chance!" Is this supposed to sound KIND in some way? As if she wouldn't deserve anything if she lost her looks? Really, it's just commodifying her all over again. How fucked up is that?

[@tatumlauten5197]

I think folks are just trying to give her some affirmation. It is welll-intentioned.

[@munix9351]

This is the problem with society. Obsession with vanity

[@freeshaable]

its biology. People with symetrical, proportional features ie. what most cultures consider "attractive". Those people, on average, have better imune systems and carry less genetic diseases than people with a-symetrical features. Evolution basicly puts a pressure on picking mates that display features we consider beatiful.

[@PonyTrotsky]

@@freeshaable This would be relevant if people watching KZbin videos about the downtrodden and exploited were shopping for mates. I'm going to go out on a limb here and assume that most of them are not.

[@dickcickle9555]

Maybe some people were saying she is beautiful , meaning her heart -her person is beautiful and that is where her worth comes from. Maybe you are a judgemental , contrarian know it all?

[@jetpetty1613]

Devon is a bright, beautiful woman. I see a lot of comments about "she should be model" - an industry full of prostitution, drugs, and hyper self-consciousness. That's a precarious environment for someone trying to get their life together

[@TigerLilyNo13]

Plus, let’s not focus on how she looks, but rather let’s focus on who she is as a person.

[@2intriguing1]

Right, slim line from profession and prostitution when the same thing happens based on stereotype. I pray she finds a friend who loves and supports her transition to the top

[@pambeforethestorm9784]

@@2intriguing1 I completely agree 💯❤👑

[@vinlennox7658]

These attitudes are very myopic and narrow. It is not at what Devon sells that is the problem. It's the 'working the street ' and all the danger and drug abuse that goes with that. I have never actually used any of these services. But we have broad societal problems in the western world creating a real need for them. We have, where I live , a 'no fault ' divorce culture. There are a lot of lonely men, usually middle aged men, looking for female companionship. Legalizing a regulated industry is the right way to go. With protections for people. Not criminalization.

[@mejohn101]

yeah, she's got all those qualities. its like having a beautiful Lamborghini that society arbitrarily decided would function as a taxi. where is the point where we can make a turn around? how can we change? or at least change how we act in the face of some horrible beliefs and self image.

[@redbird9000]

“I wonder who I would’ve been if I would’ve never met that certain guy”. Powerful words!

[@fonzworthbentley7455]

You can see by the comments that physical beauty is all people care about. I wish her the best.

[@NetflixButFree]

very underrated comment. so true, even (mostly) the females

[@AncestralReflections]

Yes, what a shame.

[@thematriarchy2075]

@@NetflixButFree No, it's not mostly the women, smh

[@NetflixButFree]

@@thematriarchy2075 Jesus Christ I swear you specifically find my comments and just vehemently disagree with whatever I say. But count up the tally and get back to me since you’re so sure . If I ever make a comment and don’t see some dumbass French username .08 seconds later...I’ll know I’m finally dead

[@--_-_-_-74..]

Nothing ever stays the same ! Yes its all about how you look and when the looks fade you are no longer worthy! Sad how looks are all that matter. Peace

[@nurseanastasialiberty]

I've seen some comments about inconsistencies. Sometimes when we experience trauma, we have a tendency to suppress or block out certain memories or feelings. Sometimes we dont want to remember certain things, but inconsistencies aren't for us to judge. How can we learn or even help someone if we judge? The most important thing we can do is to listen without judgement.

[@wesleyalan9179]

Absolutely

[@Bebedollie]

That is very true💔 some times the brain doesn't function properly cos of all the trauma. There are years i can't remember. Its like all black 🖤 But some people dont know that or stop and think about those things💕

[@nurseanastasialiberty]

@@Bebedollie yes, I went through trauma too from the time I was 15-23. I still can't remember everything either. Im a nurse and a lot of times the patients I see cannot remember everything. It's like a huge blur. The human brain uses suppression as a way to protect us. It's quite fascinating though. I'm deeply sorry to hear about your trauma and I hope you find peace. Sending you lots of love from ND! ♥️

[@Bebedollie]

@@nurseanastasialiberty Ty very much. God bless u 🌷

[@zsazsarose]

I agree with you 100%. So many comments bashing this woman who literally came abs exposed her skeletons for the world to see . Can we just listen with compassion and empathy anymore? Or do we have to say she’s lying about HER life story- shit she’s numb to lying to the men who pick her up it’s no big deal to her anymore. I feel bad for her having lived in foster homes myself.

[@trurubieleon1398]

Wow this interview was really touching , you can tell that she really wants a better life but feels stuck in the lifestyle she’s currently in . And I do believe that she has the potential to not just make something great of herself but to also be a role model for the women she knows who are in her situation as well. I hope someone who has the means to make s difference in her life watches this and reaches out a helping hand . If I could I would .

[@cchxx624]

watch the follow up with her, Mark helped her but she blew it…

[@trurubieleon1398]

@@cchxx624 awww that’s sad . She wouldn’t be the only one ! It’s so sad how they start taking advantage of someone who’s genuinely helping them but they always say they wish they had that helping hand .

[@smckids5221]

she doesn’t realize her own power

[@smckids5221]

@@Felix.Hunger are you taking about yourself? if tho yes you are still powerful

[@nor_cal530]

It sounds like she has found it in between her legs

[@alishabali1590]

She's way too hard on herself. She has potential.

[@JayWerx]

Shes still young enough to get it right. She just needs a pimp thats not a pimp if that makes sense.

[@SIR_REALIST_88]

POTENTIAL? ROFL UR JUST AS DELUDED AHAHAH

[@K42023]

@@SIR_REALIST_88 exactly. She is addicted to making bad choices. One ill thrill comes along and she’ll toss all positive progress out the window. She articulates everything out, saw the path each choice would take her, and still made the wrong choices. Don’t save em, they don’t wanna be saved. People let the pretty wrapping fool them. Even women fool other women easily with their beauty. Sick. She keeps talking about “beauty” , placing a huge importance on it. That’s her underlying life long goal , and it’s unsustainable , a bottomless pit . She was meant to be paid for her own perceived value, her beauty. 50 dollars on the nightstand for a good time and less chatter.

[@Unforgettable941]

Exactly , she’s just 25. I wish I could speak with her

[@SIR_REALIST_88]

@@Unforgettable941 WHY SO YOU COULD BE HER FAIRY GOD MOTHER?

[@kaywill1576]

The way she kept going on & on talking made me feel like she was finally able to vent , you can tell she felt better being able to talk to someone about it. Prayers for her

[@deerheart87]

Or she’s high

[@Retics]

Yall don't think she's around other people?? There hasn't been ANYONE that has tried to talk to her? Most if not all burn those bridges

[@sheliaperkins4375]

She’s between a rock and a hard spot! She needs someone to throw her a freakin bone! No one wants to help a woman of the street.

[@michellegrubb3472]

Omg I love this girl so real and down to earth 🌎 ❤

[@ismanovska]

Or she's working mark for all cash

[@MM-pi1cb]

These stories make you look at your life . Everyone has a story . Hope she’s doing ok .

[@casualgamer177]

You should watch the follow up video.

[@rockpadstudios]

I almost ruined my life and at the last step I woke up. I shiver to think how close I came to having a tough life.

[@rebeccasimmons5245]

This story... Devon is articulate and has such insight into the reality of her story. Her story really does highlight the importance of having a social support system. This is someone who would have likely been far different if she would have had the right support and guidance.

[@natassiahammond323]

The most beautiful people can be the most tortured souls.

[@BrianAgustinsoulson25]

so true

[@Louisiana1Manshow]

Beautiful where ..u r beautiful from the outside u must can relate to the inside of her

[@Louisiana1Manshow]

But I right I was a good person world messed me up but that's destiny man i was pose to go thru hell

[@wapiti3750]

Beautiful minds are seldom a curse, but a beautiful face and body can certainly ruin a girl if she relies only on the thin veneer of physical beauty.

[@jow2370]

Well said sis'!

[@blackagentsmith3562]

9:27 this Lady has the luck of the Irish, them dropping charges for a citizen shooting a cop is usually unheard of in America

[@albin2232]

I hope she meets someone who really loves her just for who she is, and treats her with the love and respect she deserves.

[@melg8475]

His name is Jesus! ❤

[@albin2232]

@melg8475 Do you mean the Jesus that all the paedophiles follow, who specialise in hiding the evidence?

[@debbieflaherty1975]

She has to love herself first.

[@albin2232]

@@melg8475 The most vile, abusive, and genuinely evil people I have ever met were all churchgoing Christians. That's my true lived experience. Take it or leave it.

[@v1das007]

Honestly, with 2 kids on her lap this is simply not happening. Real life is not a fairytale.

[@amandaptak7827]

She’s so selfless. “ I don’t want to break you because I’m broken “ my heart really goes out to this woman ❤️💔

[@pambeforethestorm9784]

Same here....she's so young to be thinking this way...I hope she gets out of the life and gets a job as she repeatedly said 🙏❤👑

[@devenchefrett3815]

Everyone forgot that she's uses meth...so if she met the right dude she would choose the meth over the help ..meth is a hella drug

[@aliciamari85]

@@pambeforethestorm9784 insults before praying 🙏? Are you dense or what? Pray for yourself and your shabby mindset 🙏

[@aliciamari85]

@TONY DPHAX KING and who protects the most EMPOWERED WOMEN? Not you or most BM cus here you are still trying to shackle BW down to where you sit. Useless words you've spread as you show more support for mass than women. Almost seems as tho you don't like women very much at all.. come out with it then.

[@mjohnston8313]

Watch her follow videom. This was a hustle.

[@elishebaxoxo]

I had one of the best fathers in the world. My parents were married and stayed together. I still picked losers. Bad choices can happen to any and all of us.

[@edheldude]

We pick people based on our learned attachment model, most of it subconscious. We confuse attachment with love. Most of us grow up as obedient children who idealize our parents because as kids we have no choice but to choose attachment over authenticity. Our wounds mostly stay hidden but they are clearly visible in the cycles we repeat in our lives. It's painful to become conscious of them and I'd argue everyone has loads of unprocessed shame, grief, and aggression beneath the surface. We western people all live in a trauma-based society and our parents weren't real adults but grown wounded children.

[@prosperousk5477]

There’s exception to every rule!

[@dereseking3324]

Exactly

[@eryn5826]

Yup

[@KOVIDGOON]

Break the cycle teach your kids better

[@marianadiaz3692]

"The only thing left to take from me is my life 💔" that's heartbreaking. I really hope many doors of opportunity open up for this young lady, it's clear she wants better for herself and her kids

[@JanatCalifornia]

She is so right. When you’re lost if you have a child, you’re forever purposeful and found. There’s no love that’s more pure than your kid’s love - waiting nothing in return but loving them. Shame on the parasite men who leech off such vulnerable women. I just want to give her a hug

[@MissTotos]

Someone should pay her to be a model. She is gorgeous.

[@FuchsiaSquare]

Forget about her inside spirit and soul, just focus on looks, right? As though that’s gonna fix everything.😑

[@ManiaBeats]

@@FuchsiaSquare and why is that wrong!? Being a model is objectively a better job than hoeing ( it pays more and is more secure than hoeing) and she is good looking. Look i hate to say it but nobody cares about what’s inside especially if you don’t know the person personally and in real life plus it doesn’t matter in her situation she has a kid to feed and even for people who are doing other types of jobs nobody cares about their “hopes and dreams” everybody has their own problems. You work you get paid and your inner life is yours and yours ALONE. Harsh reality but it is what it is.

[@FuchsiaSquare]

@@ManiaBeats Thanks for the PhD Dissertation, but people who deteriorate on the inside impacts what they do to themselves and others. My comment obviously went over your head.😕

[@ChiviA84]

@@ManiaBeats where's the lie?! Ur right

[@Sunshine-vn2rk]

I agree, she would make a stunning Model 😍

[@guillaumefeldman]

"Each morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most"

[@kobiecamp1134]

People judge you on what you did yesterday. And unfortunately people in her area know she has many of bodies.

[@ericdunn7521]

Thats uplifting.

[@wandasanders4924]

WOW, I like that.

[@wandasanders4924]

@Limited InfinityDANG, that's DEEP.

[@muthergoose4084]

i have started watching these interviews and my eyes are so wide open. Devon's story has shattered me. I hope all the best for her.

[@daybae7229]

I watch these videos & sometimes find a story that I can relate to so insanely much. Same age as her with no family, no parents, no friends, abusive on again off again man for years, homelessness, unable to find employment no matter how hard I try. I feel for this beautiful woman. You are loved, seen, heard, and related to. I hope one day my efforts in turning around my life will work, so that I can help people who struggled like me. People who are looked down upon by society. My downfall is fentanyl. Being dealt insanely shitty cards. I just wanna help people like me, but I gotta get right first. Loved this story!

[@alexisgilley3948]

❤❤❤

[@gordonlewis9377]

I believe in you ..

[@momdiddy623]

Self esteem is one of the best things we can give our children. 🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@austinrichards1740]

Mum Diddy yes

[@luckybassturd7260]

You can’t give kids self esteem but you can give Unconditional love.

[@momdiddy623]

@@luckybassturd7260 encourage .. develop... you knew what I meant.

[@dayanaram925]

@@luckybassturd7260 you absolutely can, tell them they did a good job. Recognize their efforts even if they fail at something, you know how parents tell their kids “you can be anything you wanna be” that builds self esteem, there are teachers out here telling kids they won’t amount to anything and some of those kids use that as motivation, some of those kids believe them

[@luckybassturd7260]

@@dayanaram925 when you ‘fall down’ in life & all self esteem is ripped away , you won’t get up to easy if you got no love! ... you’ll be content with the hand you got dealt & think you deserve it! knowing your parents will still love you. even if you fail is the key! Like -if you get bad grades, do drugs, have debt, get rapped or abused, be gay or get to fat or skinny ,or you live down by the river in a van & you lost all self esteem, your parents should still love you!

[@morgindupont]

The first thing I thought when seeing her was RUNWAY MODEL!!! She and her little girls deserve the world! She is so articulate, gorgeous and has so much potential to be above her struggles. We are ALL rooting for YOU!!!!

[@sc0rpi0Xladii84]

YES!!! She's 6'2!!!!!!!

[@christineco9628]

I thought the EXACT SAME THING. She's gorgeous, articulate And naturally intelligent. I'm so hoping she's able to get out of her current situation because she deserves better. Everyone does.

[@mattberg6816]

This is why we need to have the ability to gain a degree and housing assistance along with it something everyone has handed to them regardless of income. The cards are so stacked against anyone with only a high school diploma when the manager in retail stores has a 4 year degree.

[@kobiecamp1134]

@@sc0rpi0Xladii84 No, 6'2 is way too tall for a runway model. I mean runway models are about 5'9, and 5'10 at the max. But she could have easily taken up basketball, or something lol.

[@LeMerch]

Commodifying her based on her looks. WOW. How sad. What if she wasn't good looking would you care less? Proof how fucked up most people are now.

[@charlesscott8551]

She is so beautiful. If she changed her mindset she could be a model, high end escort, etc…but her self-esteem is so low she feels she doesn’t deserve better even though she talks about doing better.

[@elliotthart5301]

This is the only interview that touched me, she didn’t glorify the life, and she was vulnerable enough to show her true emotions. She needs to understand how beautiful of a soul she is. Articulate, intelligent, and she has kind spirit. I wish little mama the best in life… May you find the peace you seek lil mama.

[@Brandon-zx4hz]

Pretty people struggle in life too. It's weird equating her appearance with her worth.

[@looneygardener]

I am finding that weird too. People seem to feel if you look good your life should be better. The myth of beauty pushed by the media.

[@alexisfrancine4545]

It is very similar to the anorexic who sees a fat woman in the mirror. In both cases the mind plays tricks on you by fixating on a delusions making it all the more difficult to see and live the truth.

[@trinibarb86]

Rite I’m like maybe she does but why is everyone saying because she is beautiful

[@jaxxiet5851]

Yes couldn't agree more this is so cringe. Of course she is beautiful but would we say bc a person is unattractive they deserve less chances or can't get on their feet? Please people, get a grip. Looks fade.

[@marmaladeemma1080]

@@jaxxiet5851 I agree looks have nothing to do with it its circumstance it can happen to anyone ...losing home losing job...what are your choices in those situations it's easy to drop in life not so easy climbing back out

[@DontReadMyUserName_]

I'm medium complexion, growing up Devon would be considered "light-skinned", "high yellow" etc. The darker-skinned kids and light-skinned were always going at it, most of the time just fun jokes but it got nasty at times. I was always in the middle and never had one thing said about my complexion but admittingly I would make both light and dark-skinned jokes as well. To hear that someone with Devon's complexion was ostracized by people who were lighter than her shows how prevalent colorism is in the black community and frankly how much worse its gotten.

[@vlogswithlaurynlove9099]

This was well said! #nailed

[@chemicaljonez]

It's so sad, there's so much to overcome already, and then there's the hostility of their peers on top of it all!

[@ginacampbell8766]

It was always "worse" and only recognized more. That ignorance remains today were kids are treated based on how dark or light they are and rap music pathetically endorses & sensationalizes it. Another reason why a lot black men are obsessed with white or light skinned women. Self hate is for real.

[@fluermor..]

Don’t believe everything you hear.

[@EsmeraldaWolfsbane7777]

I don't believe that at all I live in a neighborhood that is black and Hispanic and I never hear anything bad about being dark skinned most men in my neighborhood seek very dark skinned woman out this is NYC btw I don't know about the rest of country..

[@SlewsMissy]

I've watched a lot of these videos and this one really got to me. She is so intelligent and carries herself so well that if someone would give her a chance she could excel at anything. I've seen so many of these videos where the person is so drugged out that they don't make sense or speak so poorly that most places wouldn't hire them just because of how they present themselves. This woman could go far if given the chance. I'm sure if she came into enough money to relocate somewhere where no one knows her past she could do amazing. If she could get a job and get on her feet she could go to college and get really far in life. I really hope one of the places she applies gives her a chance so she can get her kids back and get out of her situation

[@jldude84]

God damn. Life is so fucking unfair. This girl is so fucking beautiful and so fucking smart and mature and so fucking talented, for her to feel depressed so often.....that's so beyond fucked up. I hate how some of the best people are basically incapable of realizing how amazing they are. I just wanted to climb through the screen and give her the biggest hug.

[@lildoxis]

Mark can you please update us ? I feel so heartbroken by her story. She’s such an intelligent young lady.

[@MissSweetieShortie]

He just uploaded a video she's so different now

[@ilarious5729]

Update was hard to watch 😖

[@JohnDoe-dx7bu]

Yea she played his ass 😂 👏

[@BR0HAM100]

@@MissSweetieShortie I’m

[@anna-yg6mk]

Also me, If i could Help her i would at once .... I kove her. She will make it, i know it ❤️❤️❤️

[@Jacqxoxo]

I can’t even imagine looking like this and ever feeling ugly ! She literally could be a supermodel ! 😩 She’s stunning and so smart . I pray that she goes down a positive path .

[@chucktz469]

A supermodel would know😉

[@ellamayoxoxo9510]

@@chucktz469 simp 😆😆😆

[@chucktz469]

@@ellamayoxoxo9510 hater. Bet you would've had a more positive response if I was referring to you as a supermodel. SMDH🤦🏾

[@Bluelinechevy82]

When she said she has nothing left to take but her life, that hit me in the feels😢.

[@sabrinadina9197]

She has the kindest eyes. Sensitive soul. I hope she finds a sense of self worth cause she’s “royalty.”

[@mariojenkins8913]

I can't stop watching this channel for some reason and it's not because I need to judge others to feel better about myself. I watch for the human condition! I work with Batterers in Domestic Violence cases and I know that they are the reasons that these ladies are in the condition and place mentally that they are. Fathers are NEEDED gentlemen... Anyone can have sex and create life, but it takes a REAL man to step up and be a father. Devon and the countless others on here like: Paradise, Chyna and etc are telling you exactly why they do this line of work! And yet we sit back and judge them, because it makes us feel better. We sit in the comfort of our homes or offices and view this as entertainment! NO! This is real life, real conditions and real people! They are not characters in a television show or movie, they are ever day people that got TRAPPED in a cycle of loss and hurt. It destroys me every time I view this channel, but at the same time this channel is a blessing. I actually showed my men in my Batterers group the interview with Chyna and all the jokes and comments went silent! They recognized that they are doing to their wives and kids, the same thing that her father did to them. And the fact that she started prostituting at 13 years of age destroyed them, because most of them have daughters around the same age. I have participated in events like "Walk a Mile in Her Shoes" and I only thought of the Victims of Domestic Violence and that was it. But when Devon said, "Instead of judging us, try to walk a mile in our shoes" I died inside. Because the truth of the matter is that we don't see these women as ladies any longer. Men use them for SEX and ABUSE and women view them as trash. Look, these ladies would not be in this condition if people simply stopped PURCHASING SEX!!! The consumer is the problem, not the women providing the service! Lastly, I would like to say THANK YOU to Devon for bringing a new point of view to me. No woman should wake up daily and think that it would be better if she were dead and I thank the Universe that this woman is still standing because she has a light and desire that could/can help others. Lastly, she is correct when she discusses how black women are treated and also how PRETTY doesn't pay the bills. Devon, if you are out there and ever read this, I would like to say THANK YOU a millions times over and I will be playing your story for my guys in group to let them know that Fathers are needed and it starts with THEM.

[@greatlakeshama1]

Square

[@pambeforethestorm9784]

Very well said 🗣💯❤👑‼️‼️

[@jimvacuum]

You know we cannot fix this society by blaming fathers. If we legalize prostitution it would put the end of Pimps and it would cut down on human trafficking. How about curing homelessness, the cure for this is in the word. Homes! Arrange for permanent housing pay a decent wage for work and take the stigma of having been in prison there are many things wrong with this society. You want to stop human trafficking stop the greed of those who do this. Gangs and the Mob make good money doing this. Stop the demand for this product of humans suffering.

[@ibrarali9369]

Your a good guy

[@blaqueknight]

@@jimvacuum If prostitution was legalized pimps would own brothels. I don't see how it would cut down on trafficking. They would just funnel women and children into legal brothels. You would actually make it easier for them. They would never have to do this work illegally ever again.

[@laurian_mrensburg5027]

This interview is one of your best! I really enjoyed hearing Devon's story - the way you allow all your story tellers to portray their own stories - you never control the depiction of their narratives - this is probably why I love watching SWU so much - other than how wonderful it is to 'meet' all the characters whose stories you share with us - it's just 'written' so well! & Devon she's so wise! Devon you deserve the absolute world! Both you and your girls!

[@sabwilliams1]

"I wanna be that girl that's respected & married & loved . . ." Heartbreaking.

[@ds7335]

Excellent interview. Everything she said is so spot on. Prayers and well wishes to her and her kids 🙏

[@joannemates6367]

There is no Prince Charming coming to save you!! You have to pick up your own sword and fight!!! 🤺🤺🤺🤺

[@mzfancy4767]

That is the truth love💯

[@billieking8152]

True! If theres any prince charmings out there, their spoken for. So we walk as Queens on our own.

[@alliekolasa465]

Those guys are ran away in order to continue the hustle.Alot of these interviews are designed to make u feel sorry for these girls

[@highvibesonlyat432Hz]

Exactly🗡

[@og_mante5138]

There’s a few out there. We call em simps in 2021

[@dulcamia]

It’s heartbreaking to hear them say they had a “really good childhood” when physical abuse was part of their normal. When she says that it was hard to be a good kid because of the neighbourhood when really, it was hard to be a good kid when you didn’t get the love you needed. ☹️ And the rejection of the grandmother sending the child off to the foster care system where they are likely to be even more exploited and taken advantage of? This is so painful to hear. The denial of ones own trauma is heartbreaking.

[@lyssalovegood]

She is the most knowledgeable person I’ve seen on this show. I respect her.

[@vlogswithlaurynlove9099]

I really felt when she said “I don’t want to ruin anybody because I’m ruin, like broken.” 😢😞 I also agree with Devon when she saids “the most important lesson that I’ve learned is never give up on yourself. Because when you give up on yourself, you’re ready to do and willing to do anything just for a couple dollars. When technically to be honest, those dollars don’t mean shit because we have nothing behind our currency. Theres no gold, there’s no diamonds there’s nothing” i wish I could just give you a big hug Devon 😔 … You’re so beautiful & very intelligent❤ & yes you’re worth it no matter what your past is! Hopefully you will update us all with how wonderful things are going for you and your baby girls! You got this. Mark please if you give us an update on how things are with Devon if possible!

[@MrBellicosta]

She’ll find her way cuz she isn’t interested in the lifestyle anymore. Godspeed

[@SIR_REALIST_88]

MEN AINT INTERESTED IN FEMALES WITH THIS EXTENT OF EMOTIONAL DAMAGE! ALL THATS FER HER IS THE STREET! ROFL LETS GO FEMINISM

[@ellamayoxoxo9510]

@@SIR_REALIST_88 you’re gross 🤢

[@SIR_REALIST_88]

@@ellamayoxoxo9510 BUT YOU GOT YOUR RIGHTS. WAT YOU UPSET ABOUT?

[@holysheem863]

@@SIR_REALIST_88 if ur a guy or a girl ur still gross she can change and a true man can accept that

[@SIR_REALIST_88]

@@holysheem863 STAY IN DISNEYLAND

[@well_i_liked_it]

I would say getting off an attempted murder charge and having your record wiped clean is the break she wants.

[@kyky8862]

I really hope that she’s doing ok and she’s getting to where she wants to be

[@justsayinit100]

As with several of the people I have seen here, Devon is obviously of above average intelligence. She is also naturally intriguing. Unfortunately, both of those gifts are overshadowed by her brokenness. The saddest part of all is that she has recreated her own horrible background for her daughters. I hope she finds the emotional support she so desperately needs so that she can get off of the collision course she is on and get her babies back.

[@kendraphic87]

I never understood how people come into thesecomments and try to understand these people. Just accept her for who she is. Accept her story. Inconsistencies and all. Accept the people in your life, at work ... strangers for who they are!! You will not be able to understand everything and everybody. Humans are weird.

[@macman21]

But don't expect everyone to have pity for her as well.

[@lalamartial]

Best comment, so many people are focused on inconsistencies but it’s clear she has trauma. She’s blocking out a lot of that, and as she mention she doesn’t like being judged. I think she may have said somethings because she doesn’t want to be judged.

[@i.v.e.5612]

Well said Kendra

[@soulfullygraced2521]

Wow this is well said. And stuck with me. Thanks

[@kendraphic87]

@@macman21 she’s not even asking for your pitty... you’re just so judgmental that you’re missing her story. You’re try to understand why? You’ll never know why even if you knew her in-depth. You’re frustrated..humans judge and even hate what they don’t fully comprehend. Just let her be. Prostitute and all. She never ask for your pity or the stones you’re casting.

[@shimmer8289]

She's strong, she's articulate and she is hiding depression on a daily basis for her children.

[@cristinacarson437]

I adore her. I hope she can get out and reach for her dreams.

[@Cocoa_lanay]

I can’t wait to finish my degree I’m going to help these women. I was her! Now I have a place I’ve been clean for 4 years I’m in school with a car! I still get wigs and nails and respect! It’s never too late 🙏🏾

[@CubiTorres]

When you come from where I come from, and been around enough people trying to hustle you, you can tell this girl is working this guy. Too much double speak, and unformulated thoughts. You would blame it on drugs affecting her head, but she’s lying through her teeth. There’s a moment when she first started crying, and her voice changes, you can see her genuine self come out only for a few seconds, but she quickly regresses back into the hustle. Why you ask? Because I’m sure the locals know there’s a guy that interviews for money, and helps out the ones he believes in. She’s trying to earn more than a payment just for today.

[@ashlimaribcu]

She reminds me of Lynn from Girlfriends

[@toddadams8420]

For real

[@augustusbrown5320]

And she was sexy

[@anioganesyan8034]

Omg ya d hair and tatoos

[@MrTravislynn]

Wow she does

[@armelladiorio8745]

@@anioganesyan8034 in

[@entpguy]

Tremendously capable, articulate, attractive spirit. So understandable that she would be upset and angry given her family-or lack thereof-circumstances. Thank you for these deeply human interviews. So helpful to have a glimpse into people we see on the street who we might not ever talk to, or worse… people we might objectify as a “that prostitute” or whatever. Interviews like this help us understand, empathize, and and feel some compassion for. So important to acknowledge and respect each of our paths. We all suffer. I wish only for a more peaceful, secure, and joyous, life for all.

[@sisterlinda4688]

She needs to have her own KZbin channel; because she gives great advice and her life experience could help a lot of young people avoid this life-style.

[@InsaneOaf]

She deserved better as a child, and now her kids deserve better than a cop shooting meth smoking gang banging victim mentality garden tool of a mother. She really thinks working more men is the way to get her kids back and live happily ever after. She really believes her gender and race are preventing her from having a normal job. It's no wonder her siblings don't talk to her. The delusion and ignorance in this interview was painful to watch. May the universe have mercy on her soul.

[@cartoonkillerz8577]

It’s incredible how profound and intelligent the people in these interviews are despite the environments they grew up in. Despite not being shown love this woman loves her daughters more than herself, the human heart is beautiful

[@AndreaTorres-jk3st]

Made me so sad that their grandma gave up on them 😣

[@scorpiocara6798]

She didn't give up on them her body did....she's old. She's a grand parents grand parents aren't meant to take care of their grandchildren their old.....that's what parents are for.

[@kufresh1988]

she said she was a bad kid...her grandma tried her best

[@gennyyyyyyyyy]

My thing why would you give your grandma a hard time if you’re saying life with her wasn’t too bad. A lot of times we don’t appreciate what we have till we don’t have it.

[@inroom108]

She was one of six, that would be hard on anyone let alone an elderly woman

[@jessicaaitken8858]

Made me feel sad and angry

[@tonioceans7727]

She's so incredibly articulate and smart. I really hope she gets a hand up and out of that lifestyle.

[@industrialdrummer44]

Her look screams "flight attendant" but her record wouldn't get her anywhere near a solid career, sadly. Gorgeous girl with a strong grasp in communication, hope she can find something safe where she can be happy.

[@mariej3221]

I am a decent looking black lady and I don’t have a college education..... working the streets have never cross my mind! Working the streets is your choice! Nobody is going to give you anything!

[@karmakartel9246]

Exactly girl

[@SamanthasOdyssey]

Everyone is Different we may go threw similar things but she went through a lot young and was weak and felt useless young ... you might not have experienced the same emotions/ feelings she did which is why you never thought of going down that road of course it’s a choice there are factors to every choice

[@temi8149]

Oh shut up Marie 🤢🤢

[@fayeweatherspoon8359]

Hell, even I've at least thought about it😆🤫 but because I have so much love, self respect & dignity for myself I just couldn't see myself in that kinda position ijs

[@naturalsistasrock]

Everyone doesn’t have the same mindset or choices! What a miserable comment probably from a miserable person!

[@ladyredconstance]

I'd get my ass a JOB and get busy ..She is pretty, leave the men alone and start planning...High value men are not found in cheap hotels and stuff..Focus on yourself.

[@Louisiana1Manshow]

She is not pretty .thats lust

[@heidiho5179]

I’m not sure if that’s her problem but I know it has been mine, at various points in life. That’s some of the best advice I ever heard. You can take that to the bank. 💯

[@heidiho5179]

@@Louisiana1Manshow Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I think most people would say, “you’re blind.” She would be pretty, dressed very conservatively.

[@Essays4College]

She can find a good man IF she's smart. She's pretty enough.

[@tubester4567]

@Stevie Woo She already said she has offers from nice men to "rescue" her. She said she turns them down because she doesnt want to bring trouble in their life. In other words, she likes the street life more, and she prefers bad boys.

[@tressietes04]

Crazy how she recounts her story and still finds a way to blame white people for her life.

[@bonswagga309]

she's very charismatic and so capable, she needs to believe in her abilities and self more

[@Yomombutstank]

She is just breathtaking. I hope she finds her way to success she has way too much potential she is very bright.

[@seangreen8023]

no doubt, very beautiful

[@saradominnz]

She ain't that bright 😂 obviously

[@kit2130]

She could be a model

[@jimmietwotime]

Simp 😂

[@laila9269]

She's isn't stupid but she isn't 'very bright' either. She seems to be of average intelligence, just like most of us.

[@colemeeker908]

This woman right here is an example of the damage that the war on drugs does to the fabric of family and society. Bless her beautiful heart…

[@tonygodbold3158]

I will never understand why people bring a child into a life of shit. Like figure your shit out before you bring another child into it.

[@aaronposey3298]

Mark tried to call the man a dick for cheating and she corrected him like it’s both of us in this 🔥 I love the accountability

[@G.Ibrahim651]

Can you do a follow up interview with Devon? I like this girl. She is aware of herself and has potential. I really hope she sees her self's worth and find the means to graduate to a more emotionally fulfilling life ..

[@gldnsunrising7761]

There is a follow up and its extremely upsetting. He went BEYOND to help her, bought her 2 cars and helped her with housing and money and she shit on him. Her follow up from a month ago she speaks very different, very much shows her street side. Go try to watch it and you'll see. Shes a STRAIGHT UP PLAYER.

[@michaelg3463]

Hard to help these people till they actually want to change.

[@tudorme7680]

@@gldnsunrising7761 Where, I can't find it?

[@withsylvia]

@@tudorme7680 she goes by Megan now, it’s in the title

[@grantbarnes6004]

She's quite articulate. She can do literally do anything else but this. Get out, Devon.

[@denellwest]

Sometimes they can and still choose to because they get cash,sex and sympathy. Life is about your motives, intentions and behavior to type the least.🤷🏽‍♂️✌🏽

[@headsington6061]

@@denellwest "Type the least"?

[@denellwest]

@@headsington6061 Yep.

[@heidiho5179]

@@denellwest Sex with tricks is really not appealing tho. I’m not speaking on legal sex work but the illegal, clandestine level. If their hygiene doesn’t turn us off, the attitude of entitlement will. No offense intended, but I think it’s hard for men to really know that we don’t have to be aroused to engage in sex acts, like men do. We could just as well be doing the dishes. On G_d.

[@denellwest]

@@heidiho5179 I can't relate being as though I lack a sex drive. Also I'm a 36 year old asexual virgin. Thanks for the info though. 👍🏼

[@candicepurtzer2194]

She’s trying to get something from him. She’s playing every card she has.

[@natashaswain7478]

I hope she and her daughters are doing well. I hope she got the help she needed and she is doing very well with her daughters.

[@mattkaz88]

You can tell she's highly intelligent. The way she processes, categorizes, and learns quickly are all at the high end of the IQ bell curve, especially at her age. Most people cannot spot manipulation when you're being abused. The good news for her: she's very young, she understands and values time, and she's hit rock bottom. That's what it takes to really make a dramatic and positive change in life.

[@kekmountain2882]

She used the word "wizmatic"

[@Oliver-Closeoff]

So intelligent lol.

[@dbells626]

She call you?

[@arsenicandlace7142]

She’s 25. Not so young anymore

[@aleigh805]

I got the vibe that she is manipulative.

[@Carolina_Fresh]

This young lady is beautiful, intelligent, and she knows the Lord. So much potential in her. I pray she makes it out.

[@stanislouse4168]

IF, she knew The Lord she wouldn't want to fuck the entire male population in the USA. Long way to go for this one.

[@Ch3lRae]

@@stanislouse4168 she doesn’t WANT it. The Lord is by her side through this horrific journey of pain she’s on right now. It’s called rock bottom. It’s human. If you actually watched the video you would see why she has potential. Some people don’t want to change. She does.

[@RP-ly9rd]

@@stanislouse4168 ur not that dumb mate, think for more than 1 sec

[@headofdesignltd7045]

@@stanislouse4168 Such a stupid comment

[@MontanaChase208]

@@stanislouse4168 If you think she's got a long way to go then you have wayyyy longer way to go than she does.... you idiot. You don't have a fraction of the intelligence and potential that this young lady does. Go fuck yourself bro.

[@carolineparkinson7214]

This was 3 years ago now. I would love to know how this beautiful lady is doing now x

[@soniachauhan1674]

There's an update. Search for 'Megan"

[@despicabledavidshort3806]

Sweet girl, you deserved love. I've raised my granddaughter and now raising my grandson. I would never, ever let them go to foster care. My granddaughter is 21 now and she was certainly a handful growing up but I would never walk out on her. I'm so sorry you had to endure what you have but I have faith in you 💚

[@aimeeserene]

Devon's sensitivity and clarity is so very compelling to me. My heart goes out to her. Her parents, her family, and society have done her a terrible disservice. She's intelligent, caring and hardworking... She deserves to feel confident in her her own beautiful skin. I hope her future brings her some help and her kids back to her. All she needs is a few years of a new normal where she gets to control her own body, doesn't have to feel fear all the time, and can take care of her precious babies, then she'll be straight for life. She's precious and she deserves a better life. And her kids deserve a better life with Mommy. Devon, my heart is with you. 💜

[@aliciamari85]

What you said!

[@gemmageminii]

👌

[@gemmageminii]

💞

[@gemmageminii]

💯

[@lilbama1039]

Yes

[@Noonecares3203]

She wants everyone else to change. She needs to make the change within herself.

[@marylougeorge9890]

@@bran232323 Good comment.

[@Noonecares3203]

@@bran232323 well said

[@angelole6568]

So true!!!

[@michaelbrown2507]

She's stuck on materialistic things....she's wearing an Apple watch

[@NirvanaLuxury]

She is by far the most candid and honest interview that I have seen on your channel. She is very intelligent and seems to have a very pure heart. I hope she is able to change her life around.

[@elainescott6791]

She deserves a chance in more ways than one…She’s a strong, beautifully highly intelligent woman I hope & pray that it all works out for her-she is a total exception … someone please just help her and her little girls out!

[@SoulBeautyBae]

Literally she could get paid to do speaking engagements and share her life story. She is so beautiful and well spoken like literally I wish her so many blessings. I hope everything works out.

[@DJ-uu4wo]

Watch her update.

[@loragibbs7525]

6’2” and so amazingly beautiful! If only a modeling agency had discovered her and she’d been a supermodel instead.

[@williamwald9282]

That’s back to the delusional mindset that got her where she is now! How about if she would have just cleaned her act up just a little bit and joined the military that’s something any and every one can do! The looney fantasies is what gets a lot of these nutt cases going from the jump.

[@poisonivyheart6621]

As if that avenue is better.

[@elloherose6241]

You would be unstoppable if you believed in yourself! Sweetheart, I’m 6’2 just like you and also a black woman (ethiopian/american) and I absolutely LOVE it! I’ve had every job you can think of and yes being tall can intimidate people but that’s because of how awesome we tall giraffes are!! There are soooo many opportunities when you’re tall and beautiful as you are! Don’t sell yourself short. You can do it! Wish you the best!

[@juanitaferrell1955]

Her look reminds me of the scene in the movie Columbiana when she dressed up and went to jail. Beautiful woman but no optimism or push what so ever. If only she wouldve used her drive and knowledge in a different way.

[@marylougeorge9890]

Did you know Moses's wife was Ethiopian?

[@austinrichards1740]

Ellohé Rose your so beautiful

[@austinrichards1740]

Do you have brothers

[@elloherose6241]

@@austinrichards1740 thank you !!

[@stevemahatcke5046]

“I need help, I’d do anything for my kids”……. “Are you involved in drug use?” Her- “Yes, I am”

[@kyky8862]

This woman is incredible and amazing and I wish I could do something tangible to help her and her girls to get her on on the path she deserves. She’s already an inspiration ❤

[@Roger593961]

I love her. She's strong. Powerful. Sensitive. Hyper-intelligent. And my personal favorite: tenaciousness personified. She has SO much potential. This woman, Devon, is the epitome of feminine strength. I admire her strength. I want to help her. I could listen to her talk for hours. Such wisdom. Such opinions and thoughts. Such intelligence. I love her resolve to push past any and all opposition despite her hatred for herself. She's amazing. I deeply pray she gets to where she wants to go. She deserves it. She earned. Society is unfair. People in this life is against one another. Misery loves company. No matter where you're at in life, others want to see you to fail. Despite this... She STILL chooses to fight. I admire that to an infinite degree.

[@RK-su4hs]

Dude you are in love 😉

[@jintymcginty1469]

SIIIIIIMMMMP 😆🤣 haha only joking

[@savagegentleman305]

he is a soyboy still in the closet...

[@CCCC-se3xi]

Not sure why you have to have favorites. I doubt these women are telling their stories to compete for being the favored one.

[@epaulino2412]

You’re doing too much. Needs help not another buyer

[@mr.FRESHWATER]

Can we get an update on Devon? I hope she is doing well The way she talks has given me better insight into the life of these women than any other of the interviews. She is captivating.

[@kanimckeague8730]

I would love to see an update on her. She is such a beautiful woman and such a gorgeous soul. I sincerely wish the best for her. She has the potential to become everything.

[@johnnynephrite6147]

"this little itty bitty white woman in the interview". Yeah that comment right there is why you don't get those jobs honey.