Regina King on Winning an Oscar, Trip to Italy & Watchmen

Regina talks about winning an Oscar, shopping at the 99 Cent Store, traveling to Italy for the first time, and her new HBO show based on the graphic novel “Watchmen.”
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Regina King on Winning an Oscar, Trip to Italy & Watchmen
• Regina King on Winning...

[@mschill5575]

Who has been rocking with Regina King all the way from 227 days?

[@soniarena5250]

Me, I loved Brenda!!!

[@AccessoriesAddict5528]

🙋🏾😁

[@HoneyHoneyBaby]

Me 🙋🏽‍♀️💁🏽‍♀️🤗🙌🏽💖‼️

[@aprilpruitt4992]

Me!!!

[@gloriabrown7466]

I used to love me some 227. Mary lol

[@emma-leefortune8331]

Her smile is so beautiful...she smiles with her whole face

[@vernonjohnson997]

She has pretty feet and pretty polished toes

[@SteveinSanFrancisco]

Vernon is a creep

[@vernonjohnson997]

@@SteveinSanFrancisco be careful about what you say about people that you don't know and nothing that I said was negative,and what you are seriously doing Steve is speaking about yourself in general homie,you don't know one thing about me,so basically what your mouth

[@vernonjohnson997]

Watch your mouth steve

[@cWjkL8ysxOkrH66]

@@vernonjohnson997 creep.

[@b.mzraiders911]

She's so pretty and doesn't age. 99cent store lol gotta love her for being so humble

[@deenabernard3630]

Agree, she does not age at all. Love her!!

[@Steef_Lee]

She’s about to get an Emmy for Watchmen. Perfect performance in that awesome show.

[@kingmonde]

Dude, that show is going to win ALL THE AWARDS.

[@brandyspain7125]

Indeed she deserves it!

[@Steef_Lee]

@The Best Name In The World - it deserves it

[@1108dmv]

Agreed! I love Watchmen!

[@pincmin]

@chrismas yes, the cinematography was breathtaking, episode 6 gave me goosebumps.

[@PalmurcioWorld]

She's one of my favorite actress, it took a long time for her to get the recognition and the spotlight she deserved, and now she has three Emmys, one Golden Globe and an Oscar. She'll be winning awards for Watchmen as well. Can't wait!

[@MockeryManor]

PalmurcioWorld Ohhhh she has to win for Watchmen. She brings the whole universe to life!

[@greenmelon6389]

She needs a Tony now.

[@brenegadde1278]

Hard to believe she voices riley and huey on bondocks

[@musmanTubes]

She's a genius like that... and she really does... great woman!!

[@arielleg6864]

I wish Jimmy asked her about the reboot. Missed damn opportunity. Smh.

[@brownkemosabe]

Right? She's excellent

[@ZeroKool7140]

I forgot she did both characters. She’s amazing.

[@nmessai215]

Every video of her someone makes this comment smh

[@5504berry]

She is killing it in the WATCHMEN!!!!

[@BooneLuleyo]

The first time i saw her it was in "Poetic Justice". She was amazing on that and then i saw her in "Boyz N The Hood", "Higher Learning", "Enemy on the State", "Mighty Joe Young" etc... She's amazing. Happy for her.

[@rastagod9970]

An boondocks lol she the boy voices

[@lh8167]

You have to watch her in 227 as well

[@jahunter7]

Friday

[@TIENxSHINHAN]

This Is Boone Her in Poetic Justice and Boyz N The Hood gave me a permanent crush on the worst kind of women

[@BooneLuleyo]

@@TIENxSHINHAN I feel you 😂

[@CherryJuli]

Love how she dressed Mr Manhattan blue.

[@1108dmv]

Nice catch!

[@kellenbrennan6992]

He didn’t do 8 years of med school for nothing, it’s DOCTOR

[@tylerodeneal183]

@@kellenbrennan6992 Lmaoo

[@rocstarstudioproductions9205]

WOW I would never think that the little girl from 227 would grow up to be such a huge Oscar winner and beautiful great person. AWESOME

[@SteveinSanFrancisco]

Her performance in the series premiere is just captivating, she steals every sceen and drives the story forward... this is definitely a life-changing performance for her cuz I don't think she'll ever be looked at the same way again ❤❤❤

[@thefingerofgod69]

Lord, I remember her from 227. Oh how time flies!

[@SonjaDawn]

So, she hasn’t changed at all after winning an Oscar! Good for her!

[@reellife8707]

If her pay rate went up for winning an Oscar it would be a different story but unfortunately, there is no value winning one for Black women.

[@lw3269]

Loved her ever since she was director of human resources in Big Bang Theory. Her scene with Sheldon never gets old. Priceless.

[@sheyshah2848]

Watched her in Higher Learning as a teenager and now she's here, an Oscar winner and looking gorgeous.

[@Mad-wv6ol]

She also did the voice of huey the little boy in the cartoon boondocks

[@survivor817]

The audience missed some salient clapping moments in this interview. Btw, she's stunning!

[@jahunter7]

Facts

[@PAIN_961]

The crowd didn't deserve her

[@johnpetty3574]

I'm glad she admitted that she DIDN'T KNOW .... of Watchmen before doing the project as so many who do superhero movies get on these interviews and LIE about reading the comics for years and they probably JUST read it when they got the OFFER from a PRODUCER or whatever, NOT GONNA MENTION ANY NAMES as not to anger any of their fans.

[@oreddtheauthor]

I've loved Regina King since was Brenda on 227 .So happy for her success. Well deserved! 👏🏽👏🏽💯💯💯

[@charlaspencer6660]

Her humbleness makes her even more beautiful ❤👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@millicentlopez3592]

humility*

[@SACHKIGAL]

Im so very proud of her,she deserves it all. Congrats ❤❤❤❤

[@avilleguy]

I've loved Regina King since "227"! Great actor!

[@consig1iere294]

Well deserved, for a long time she has played amazing roles.

[@rochellekennedy7448]

She is so talented and gorgeous!

[@chubhubdub6915]

Yo, people need to talk about the boondocks reboot with her. Watchmen is sweet but........ Boondocks is the truth Top animated adult series ever

[@brownkemosabe]

Damn right. Huey's Revolution.

[@bobm3250]

Best ever. Did they start production yet?

[@awkwardsanchez6231]

I miss it so much.

[@staciabelcher28]

Grandpa passed away.

[@Mrmoviefan123]

Here are some ways to connect Regina to Kevin Bacon: 1. Regina King was in Jerry Maguire with Tom Cruise, who was in A Few Good Men with Kevin Bacon. 2. Regina King was in Daddy Day Care with Eddie Murphy, who was in Shrek with John Lithgow, who was in Footloose with Kevin Bacon. Those are just two I can think of.

[@haroldmoore8385]

Kyle Oxenham I can connect myself Jay-z

[@bobm3250]

Wtf i remember this silly comment from a decade ago lol. Is this still a thing? Lol

[@JelenaDimitrijevicJeCastle47]

To those in the audience who cheered when Kimmel mentioned THE LEFTOVERS: I love both of you.

[@Las-yv5id]

indicative of how many people watched the show. i sure as hell cheered while watching this at home.

[@JelenaDimitrijevicJeCastle47]

@@Las-yv5id yes, unfortunately. The show is criminally underappreciated. But Regina's reaction was priceless!

[@vaw796]

"I like a bargain too" - Regina King. Yes, why pay more even if you have enough money not to be worried.

[@possiblymaybe6711]

Yeah if u grow up poor it’s honestly traumatic and you keep living like you’re poor well.... some people are like that. Others splurge..... depends I guess

Maybe she didn't grow up rich.

[@thebighousencaaattendancer478]

I remember her mostly from Boyz N the Hood. That was like 25 years ago! She looks almost the same like she aged only 5 years.

[@Omisade-kr7re]

Always love for her. I’m so glad for her amazing success

[@naustinfipecto6104]

The easter egg by the way is that she's drinking out of an owl mug. It's supposed to be a homage to Nite Owl, probably the character she resembles most and the character from the original Minutemen/Watchmen.

[@aymen5193]

The first time I saw her was as Hilary Duff's "fairy godmother" in A Cinderella Story, she is soo beautiful 😍

[@msconstruded]

Brenda from 227

[@brandoblack7376]

Ice Cube sister from Friday

[@ABlackMan9]

Glad she's finally getting recongnition cause she is def underrated as an Actress and Watchmen shows it

[@boston1976]

I have been saying this for a long time. I'm sooo happy for her😀

[@juliemackenzie1978]

I've seen her in so many shows & movies...She's awesome! I remember seeing her in "A Cinderella Story" (Rhonda) with my daughters when they were young...How far she has come in her career...so happy for her....:)

[@Tamara-qd5dc]

Regina King needs to do stand-up - she is funny, smart and interesting!

[@Lanaxparillaxwife]

I just finished watching watchmen yesterday & I’m obsessed & need a season 2 ASAP

[@lisamama5690]

Congratulations, Regina. What I enjoyed about your Oscar speech was when you said , "This is what love looks like when it's poured into someone. Warms my heart

[@iamatn3317]

Can’t wait for Watchmen loved the movie and Graphic Novel

[@iamatn3317]

Salkafar look at the date this video was posted genius, this was a week before it aired 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@matthewrobinson6872]

One of my favorite actors of all time and YES 99 cent stores have the best deals on toothbrushes!

[@CanadianHeather]

Her skin looks perfection

[@fugamante]

Watchmen is SO GOOD!! Best TV show on air right now (Dec 2019)

[@rthetruthful]

She’s so damn Beautiful😍😍🔥

[@ExistNNature]

Regina is glowing...

[@ErikMarie]

She is so talented and gorgeous, love her!

[@NellieKAdaba]

I agree.

[@i_am_legend7827]

She’s such a class act! Her energy is so pure and breathtaking! I love her endlessly!

[@MsJoiBella]

I love how interested he is when asking questions. It brings something special out of the person. I don't have HBO but I will definitely watch it the next free preview they have on ondemand.

[@demilovatofan33]

was she wearing blue for a reason?

Well, she's married to a god, so maybe she's pregnant...

@janzgar1 : because he put something in her? But he'd have to do that deliberately.

[@marvinhagler4721]

Cause she wants to.......kinda crazy question bro

[@V.elociraptor]

@@marvinhagler4721 It's a reference to Watchmen.

[@marvinhagler4721]

@@V.elociraptorNever saw that

[@doriscoleman9374]

I Always love her, she is so down to earth..

[@shellyrews808]

Love her gorgeous HAZEL eyes.

[@siyabongakunene5052]

Her eyes are mesmerizing

[@truebluejackson515]

I'm glad she a 99 cent store shopper, I guess they need some type of normalcy. I like her even more and yes she does not age but gracefully.

[@Xenite]

She's so amazing in Watchmen! I love every moment with her.

[@RJones-ht2qt]

I've been a fan of Ms. Regina King since her 227 days. Saturday night at 8:30 pm. 😁

[@true90skid]

Great actress! Very accomplished!

[@karwanekamran]

What a beautiful and delicate woman. Gosh i am instantly fan of her.

[@athenagriego4561]

She is absolutely right about saving money. Look at the famous people who went broke after spending their money on crap! Look at some of the athletes who spent their money on cars and rims and now are broke! If I were in her position I would do the same thing. I love the Dollar Tree and the discount stores! Those stores have things that other high priced stores don't have! So you go, Regina !

[@traceygrant3386]

Athena griego exactly

[@poopoo9797]

She's the best!!!! I'm a fan now after just seeing one interview

[@tionnejohnson226]

Look at Brenda 😆 😆 lol. I love you Regina King. You've come a long ways girl and i was there growing up alongside you, spiritually not physically. But i love me some you since ur days as Brenda on 227. I've always followed ur career. Congrats on ur Oscar 🏆 win.

[@vrtillinfinity]

Can’t wait for this show, loved the movie and graphic novel. 🔥

[@sherrybrown8608]

Regina King is such a class act God bless her in all her endeavors!!! She has not forgotten where she came from!!!! Jimmy trying to throw shade she answered gracefully!!!

[@aprilpruitt4992]

The "thing" is called a braid Jimmy!!!

[@rkms5606]

Here's so cringey as an interviewer

[@Steef_Lee]

Right! lol

[@scarletsnatch]

To be fair I wasn't sure whether to call it a braid or a ponytail it's kinda both, least he's not as cringey as the other Jimmy

[@Josue166]

aka *Dear White People,* moment

[@RoninGray]

congratulations she works hard. very happy for her and excited about this project.

[@rohansimpson9605]

She's one of my favorite actress i love you Regina king one love from jamaica straight out of Brooklyn ny

[@truebeefae357]

Congrats Miss Regina King. Well and much deserved.🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@miquelquiles727]

Damn I really wanted a second season of Watchmen just imagine the stories she could have created with her character it would have been amazing

[@woroodalRose]

Love her!! im on episode 4 the watchmen and already love it..

[@Blesss007]

Hearing her voice, all I picture is Huey Freeman

[@KCNwokoye]

She shines with love and gratitude. Beautiful soul.

[@bessiemorris5282]

I love her so much such a beautiful humble and sweet person you go girl yes the dollar stores and bargain stores are great you look amazing miss king wishing you the best of everything god bless you

[@CriPPleR_HD]

Regina is killing it on Watchmen! Episode 6 and 7 are AMAZING!

[@MockeryManor]

Samuel Gonzalez Absolutely! Flawless performance!

[@mrcalvinwalker1]

“With the ‘thing’ on there...” Do you mean her HAIR, jimmy?

[@colettenicole523]

OMG... just plain ole stupid

[@aikirej]

Lol i dont think he realized what he just said. Idk lol.

[@FreshyetFilthy]

He really needs to just keep some comments in his head. So incredibly stupid

[@sameolelinedudes947]

Ponytail. Repeat after me Jimmy PONYTAIL.

[@Sat630]

A braid, Jimmy. Ever heard of it?

[@RollOpeo1]

Did he just say 'lost' was one of the greatest tv shows ever..? Anyway i love her, and I'm lovin watchmen

[@loup4343]

Regina is wonderful in absolutely everything I've ever seen her do. She's grown up to be a great actress (and I loved her since she was in 227).

[@daubenyshowyaself3346]

She’s wearing Blue!!

[@phillipalvarado1994]

Blacks don't crack they don't show their age she still looks the same like she did in Friday in Boyz in the Hood that's crazy

[@Kelz_X]

Talented & Attractive woman !!

[@citybird29]

Regina King "there's an Easter egg in th...." Me 'jumps to.comments to see if anyone found it'

[@paranoid5687]

The owl mug.

[@GoliathWarfare]

@@paranoid5687 Don Johnson is def Nite Owl. They show him flying the Owlship in the trailer. He changed his name, but he's the same dude

[@luvaboy772]

@@GoliathWarfare Dan Fryberg's Night Owl?

[@pavement66]

@@GoliathWarfare it was a good guess.

[@kaylahgoodwin8794]

I grew up watching her in everything I'm so proud of how far she's come in her career very well deserved

[@debrax2553]

Loved her in Southland. There’s nothing she can’t do!!😍😍😍

[@e22378]

I love Regina king she keeps it real all the time

[@msoddballz5763]

She's so funny and down to earth. I love her whole look from hair to makeup and outfit. Loved her since boyz n da hood.

[@troywalkertheprogressivean8433]

those eyes 🤤🥰

[@halfmanhalfamazing9812]

One of the best Actress/Actor everything she is in is a must see ! Resume is Strong

[@XOXO-4]

She looks amazing!😍

[@jsantos3068]

Gorgeous Gorgeous Gorgeous...cant believe how beautiful and stunning and so talented...Kimmel is...lol😂...na na RK is my woman and shes everything that's beautiful in this world..😍😍

[@jjcchy]

Love the suit!

[@SuperLadyDanger]

2:56 is were Regina shows everyone that she's an amazingly humble and real person regardless of her professional success.

[@Decadancehallking]

What a crazy phenomenal show, glad she took the role, shes killing it!

[@joby7865]

Regina The Queen 👑 what a career

[@foryou6yn]

Regina King congrats you look beautiful great smile 😁 looking good Gal😉

[@rocarlosdavis622]

Jimmy Kimmel..its called REALITY 😍🙂🖤

[@crazedzealots]

Loved her in Watchmen she is so strong, ruthless, unrelenting, and fighting with all she has to protect the people she loves, meanwhile fulfilling her duty to her office.

[@otokoboson]

I love her in Watchmen!

[@djverbalkint4325]

Great actress, she did an amazing job in watchmen 😍

[@afonsosnow]

- YOU ALMOST MISSED SUPPER. - I ALMOST MISSED SUPPER. - AND IT WAS THE LAST ONE. - I WAS ALMOST LATE FOR DINNER. I'M DECEASED.

[@jaunagunter8512]

Beautiful, humble, wow

[@opinionsarelikeassholeseve2664]

I was just looking @ Friday the other day and was like damn she still look the same with her Gorgeous self. 😍❤

[@mdooms76]

She has not aged. Love Regina. Out of all of her good roles I don't see why she won an Oscar for if Beale Street could talk. Her role was so minimal and unnoticed in that movie if you blink you could have missed it.

[@e.abrahamovich8981]

The boondocks is Regina’s legacy. Period!

[@JatJelz]

Watchmen is so freaking good so far!

[@megaedubb3352]

It’s crazy brilliant. So hesitant to watch the season ending episode. It’s the new crack... imma need another hit 🤤

[@marydalton6530]

Beautiful, Congrats, simply fabulous