Shawn Wayans Reflects On The Cultural Impact Of 'White Chicks,' 'Scary Movie' & 'Don't Be A Menace'

Coming from a legendary family but also stepping into your own iconic status is something that the Wayans are all too familiar with, as each generation from the funny-bone lineage, has managed to make a name for themselves while also continuing to carry the legendary name.
Ahead of his stand-up show in Oxnard this weekend Shawn Wayans came through to the Power 106 studios to chop it up with Morning Show host Letty about his upcoming performance but also reflect on his successful career with his brother Marlon and how their comedic genius continues to penetrate Pop Culture after years of impacting television and film. With unforgettable films like ‘White Chicks.’ the ‘Scary Movie’ franchise and a hit television show under his belt, Shawn speaks on how the idea of nepotism has assisted in his career but has also created a close-knit family business.
Detailing his come-up in comedy, and looking to his older siblings for inspiration, Shawn admits that he wanted to create his own ‘I’m Gonna Git You Sucka,’ a classic starring his older brothers Keenen and Damon. Shawn shares with Letty that ‘Don’t Be A Menace To South Central While Drinking Your Juice In The Hood’ was the step into his own lane.
Shawn Wayans goes on to reflect on their Wayans Bros. show and much more.
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[@visionxx5724]

The wayans bros are legends!!!! They need to get more praise and credit

[@tywanharrison1225]

Factuals

[@osirisra1476]

They're a bunch of sellouts. All they did was make an ass out of Black people for a paycheck.

[@fadalegend]

Praise the Most high

[@thecunninlynguist]

Been awhile since Shawn been doing press. Good to hear from him

[@emmanuelmuembi8976]

💯

[@TA-yf7hh]

Yeah gang I saw bro an had to click

[@trane3827]

Indeed

[@LonghornsLegend]

It really is I don't hear from him much but these dudes been around tv for so long it's not a surprise they don't want the limelight 24/7 and probably enjoying some peace

[@curtissimmons2287]

Too bad he doesn’t act anymore hes a DJ now

[@nikolasdiallo]

The Wayans Bros family is The Jacksons of comedy. Talented family up and down, Shawn and Marlon are the identical faces to Damon and Keenan. They did everything the exact same way, and was moved as two. It was perfect, then they brought it back when they all did movies together. It’s crazy man.

[@DJLITRAVE]

The Wayans Brothers classic sitcom i still watch to this day. dope interview i ain't seen Shawn come out in a minute

[@fernandovazquezsr.4710]

Me too bro! I watch reruns every night on BET and reminisce of my childhood years. Can't believe it's been since the middle 90's since it first aired? Time flies bro! 😪

[@DJLITRAVE]

@Real Ryte facts

[@cjferguson7089]

That’s a fact

[@msnos6245]

Marlon may be the one out front right now, but I think Shawn is the one who invested his money the best. He probably doesn't have to do as much as Marlon.

[@djunknownn.]

@@msnos6245 still tho Marlon was in a movie with 2pac he underrated real ni44a

[@TheArtOfBeingFreed]

The interviewer was amazing. Her genuine interest in Shawn’s projects and respect for the Wayans family as a whole made this such a cool interview to watch. The high five was legendary. Inspiring interview for sure!

[@b1slee267]

A great interviewer . That’s how it’s done. Instead of just reading que cards ask questions from a fans view as well and you’ll get good dialogue .

[@jadepowell5178]

She was cool as hell bro

[@skatinwhenican]

*”Don’t Be A Menace To South Central While Drinking Your Juice In The Hood”* is a contemporary classic. Amazing comedy truly lasts forever.

[@RogerMance]

Just watched it last night. So damn good

[@b1slee267]

I bought the unrated edition last week lol

[@MaxwellBenson80]

it's in my top 5 favorite movies. the Wayans family is beyond talented!

[@thecaptain871]

Message.

[@d.cpro3751]

You mean south central 🤔

[@MelvinMansoor]

I’ve seen Shawn live at a stand up show, he’s absolutely amazing. I love the Wayans and they deserve all the love and respect they get, actually they deserve more!

[@brandonknight7486]

The Wayans family are legends they been putting in work since the 80's

[@YouCanChangeYourWorldToday]

Whenever I get depressed and lonely and lose faith in humanity I watch comedy and movies like Scary Movie and such and that brings me back to life and my happy childhood memories and innocent fun times !

[@chrissayssoo5079]

This

[@babypinhead7656]

This may sound extremely weird but so do I ! It’s so refreshing 🙏

[@wuzzy87]

That’s a fragile existence.

[@Freetown2006]

Get some business about urself. Pitiful.

[@b1slee267]

I watch don’t be a menace and be good lol.

[@ikejay]

You can tell Shawn made her childhood 🔥🔥💯💯 at the end

[@JoshuaGreen918]

Man I hate how dimension films did the Wayans. These men are comedy legends. I loved all of their shows and movies. in living color, the Wayans bros, scary movie 1 & 2, white chicks, don't be a menace, little man. The list can literally go on for a while. Such a talented family. They will always be on my list for greatest comedians.

[@thesupervisor3270]

💯 but karma a b***h! Look at Dimension now

[@g5hinehurksup532]

Mo money blank man

[@Los-2212]

A living legend give their family their flowers

[@thekeith-donovanexperience]

🌺 💐 🌹

[@ace2tone]

Can’t get over the glasses over hat look lol Glad to see him making rounds

[@kingkammo6139]

DAWG..this shyt is blowin my mind😂

[@User-lz6ru]

Yooo dis goofy ass mf dressed like a 50 year old raider fan 😭😭

[@christopherwalker110]

Looking crazy

[@anthonyhernandez3569]

He was looking like a square at the time on Wayans Bros but in retrospect, bro was fly as af so I’m buggin seeing this look on him 😂. He’s apart of a legendary family and paid his dues to he can do what he wants in all honesty

[@rrealjuliuss]

He always got that type of style 😂

[@SHADOWTALKS92]

Nigga look like Hancock the way he rocking those shades 😂😂😂😂

[@Angelsdollar1]

😂😂😂

[@fernandovazquezsr.4710]

I want whatever Sean, and the rest of his brothers, are taking cause they don't age a day! Good to see him again cause it's been a minute. 🙌

[@wavey_b0ne]

Money?

[@omarionflores5874]

She’s a great interviewer! Shout out to the Wayans, they all legends 🤘🏻

[@stackywarbucks]

Shawn and Marlon are legends forever

[@rayrock90]

My pops (RIP) turned me onto In Living Color when I was a kid. Shawn and the Wayans family definitely added to the joy in childhood! I STILL watch and quote their films and probably still will til the day I die! Glad I got to experience them in my lifetime

[@Melscomments]

Wow I don't know her she did an amazing job. If she doesn't already, she has quite the career ahead. Great interview and I could tell Shawn was engaged and happy.

[@ArtTheSinger]

I’ve never heard any negative press about the whole family and that’s extremely rare.

[@HBKman1]

Really rare I love it for them

[@FrancoisDressler]

Damon got labelled a diva a few times but that's about it. Very impressive.

[@migueldisla2332]

@@FrancoisDressler and dont forget the time keenen had an affair with chick that played in little man the white girl~

[@ArtTheSinger]

@@migueldisla2332 Whattt?!? It’s getting juicy now 🤣

[@migueldisla2332]

@@ArtTheSinger yea that was a while ago so its old news!keenan a pimp lol!

[@raindrizzle4ever]

Definitely loved the passion of the interviewer. She killed it with her knowledge, personality, and enthusiasm.

[@jordanbass705]

It’s good too see Shawn wayans back I haven’t seen him in movies and tv shows in forever I’m wondering is he’s going too return back too movies as of this year in 2022?

[@daryllphillips163]

She’s a good journalist. Love to see it

[@TheArtOfBeingFreed]

The Wayans Bros interviews are among the best out. Great perspective from each one.

[@SoFlyBmOr3]

The Wayans family was such a big part of my life in terms of entertainment man from movies television. 🙏🏾🎥📺

[@ThinkingLikeAVIRTUOUSWoman]

So happy to see Shawn! I don’t fangirl over too many celebrities but I definitely do for the Wayans lol… hope to meet them all one day. Going to see Marlon in DC in October. Can’t wait ❤️

[@sarcasticallyrearranged]

He's doing comedy shows now?

[@babypinhead7656]

Man we love you Shawn so much ! It’s sad to see most of them behind the scenes now, but business is great ! I’m just old so I would love a years worth of seeing them on camera again 😭 these new people don’t do acting like this anymore

[@trustnoone3007]

That thumbnail pic of Chucky 😂

[@stevieb274]

Love her voice

[@Solodoloza]

Letty did an amazing job this interview. The questions and verbiage used left no stone unturned.

[@KlassyK513]

Listening to this interview in my earbuds, you can hear Shawn slurping on his tea 🍵.......HILARIOUS

[@islandvacationtravelchanne417]

She did a really good interview with my questions. Thanks Shawn 💯☝🏿👌🏾

[@TeezyHendrix4]

Thank u Shawn, u & ya family for an amazing childhood y’all gave me 🎞

[@smartsmith1]

Fire ending I like the interviewer will be subscribing because she did such a good job in this little time

[@PankysPen]

Shawn is underrated

[@meechiebad7736]

Shawn is my guy 💯

[@toomuchsugarforadime]

Great interview Shawn doing stand up is something Ive never seen

[@MyVersionofHappy]

So great to see him! Glad he’s doing good🤩

[@HisGraceIsSufficient555]

Great interview girl!! You asked some really good questions!! 🙏🏿

[@VWayyyyyyyy]

Good to hear from Shawn Wayans!

[@C.Mustard]

Don’t be a menace, scary movie 1&2 and the wayans bros were some of my favorite things to watch growing up! Love the Wayans

[@poqjaq]

Big fan of you Shawn. Thanks for all of your movies, from Malaysia 🇲🇾

[@wellina3457]

His glasses over his beanie was catching my eyes, but the Wayans Brothers are awesome 👌🏾

[@darwinfinche9959]

They may have the funniest catalog of any comedic actor

[@thelastcampfire1776]

Crazy i was on a Wayans Family binge, Scary moVie and so on...This was a super dope interview. Vibes and energy on point 🤘💛😋✌️shout out the DJ too! Newer generation peepin the blueprint..? Ideas anyone.

[@lamarkellam4943]

Wayne’s bros my favorite tv show I. The history of tv shows. They never get old!!

[@twofour8790]

“Message!!!!” 🙌🏾

[@tellemtrev]

Message!!!! 🗣

[@AxelFoley-sb5re]

Is Shawn okay? I see him wear glasses a lot! And idk something just seems off….I really hope he’s okay I love the wayans bros! I watch it everyday on HBO Max. Love seeing him do this interview.

[@FrancoisDressler]

Probably going bald.

[@tamaraminaj5220]

He don't wear them during his stand ups.

[@MikeyJae777]

I watch the Wayans Bros. everyday ! Legends

[@ducatarina]

Here in Brazil white chicks and scary movie are the most famous comedy movies from USA. its a classic movie here

[@Çerūlean9007]

I have an amazing story. One time I was driving home and I felt the presence of the Lord, come down to me from above. I started getting chills and I felt so comfortable with Him. I knew if I asked Him to play a song on the radio, He would. So I said "Ok Lord, play Come as you are..." I didn't know what station it was on or anything, but I turned the radio on and the song started playing right on the spot, perfectly... I started getting flooded with chills inside, and started crying. When I got home, He stayed with me for 10 minutes till I got out of the car. I've been getting answered prayers for around 5 years since, because that visitation eliminated doubt and I follow Biblical instructions as best as I can.

[@inmyOWN_world]

Omg KZbin....2 yrs ago... why am i just seeing this... ?! Yes my sister and I always paraphrase the wayans! Must be a NY thing 😂😂❤

[@lebronthegoatjames5264]

Shawn is funny asf lol danceflick I'm here to pick up my son Lifts him up and put then him down and says ok I'm done ill be here next week to pick him up again 😂

[@chawzre]

I always ask myself, "where tf are the Wayans?? TMZ can't even find them niggas 🤣😭

[@69Justinmeans]

The interviewer was on point! U can tell she grew up in that era 🔥 shout out to her

[@discourcewithdee]

Shawn hasn’t done interviews in YEARS!!!!

[@FinestDia]

I need to see Shawn in a NEW MOVIE with Marlon ASAP!!!

[@asee818]

Was just wondering how he was doing, good to see him doing well

[@TayRich93]

The wayans bros show still one of my all time favorites that’s me and my cousin show right there fr

[@tadah21]

Saw dude live in jersey he was very good standup under rated actually

[@soulrebel6309]

Good to see him!

[@3rdeyelottery287]

Put on these shoulder pads . Now put on this helmet 😂😂😂😂

[@f.b4862]

Yo I still dress like the Wayne’s bros 😆 Marlon and Shawn was my bros

[@lakersfan1988ee]

Shawn one of the 🐐

[@georgeyblessed6183]

10/10 ending to an interview

[@novalove4790]

Shawn hasn't aged at all

[@Navy-Seal-Ninja90]

dang i wish he would take of those silly glasses so we could see his eyes when he talks. shawn is a legend man!! love him and marlon together. such an amazing family. the wayans.

[@djunknownn.]

Don't forget the sisters Wayans are talented actors too

[@franksiller4245]

She did a great job

[@g.o.efamily5992]

THE BEST FAMILY ON TV🐐🐐

[@jayp2623]

Legend. Good interviewer.

[@scrubz.n.squatz2495]

I wish she asked better and clearer questions…. It’s just good to see Shawn again man. I love the Wayans.

[@tyronefrye4706]

Bruh Shawn n Wayne's period r icons real talk respect their comedic genius gangsta no cap lol stay safe RIP Jak Knight pray for our world BLM God bless checkout the band The Main Squeeze 🙏

[@ThornTheaterReviews]

She is geeked! To interview him lol

[@AntLive29]

I always wear dark shades indoors

[@choshow86]

The wayans are icons in the industry

[@karbonfiba2044]

Sisters of the Wayans family also contributed to the legacy....lets embrace that as well...

[@90sbabyaceofficialchannel859]

Marlon and Shawn should come out with a the wayans bros Movie 🍿 make it a good storyline that’s not white washed and something real comedy from the original show too for the culture 💯

[@CopMorty]

We need the sequel "Black Chicks". Would be hilarious

[@littletrucc101]

Said no black person ever lol

[@josepadilla-wu9yt]

He said he wanna know what flavor the ice cream is 😹

[@MrStantastic23]

I was just wondering about Shawn. Ain’t seen him on anything in a while. I still watch The Wayans Bros damn near daily! #PopThatBootyBootyBooty

[@lelecheesy]

Let’s not forget Scary movie 1&2

[@AndrewsOpinion15]

HAPPY 52TH BIRTHDAY SHAWN WAYANS !!!

[@BoodaSDavis]

She’s an amazing interviewer

[@Nolaboy17]

Hennessey, I came over to pick up my son 😂

[@lindaachieng8652]

Man I love Shawn

[@jayt0321]

My favorite Wayans

[@rarrirooster15]

I was hoping they came out with another parody scary film soon

[@xpradaGx]

White Chicks is the greatest comedy of its generation.

[@xpradaGx]

@velCROhash From that era, I can't name many comedy movies I haven't seen.

[@joseyeastwood]

Wow i thought this was a old interview or something good to see Shawn.

[@ad17mylove57]

Legend

[@michaelrossLegit]

Wayans bros favorite show ever and ps old girl fine fine 😍😍😍😍

[@harrybrown6956]

Shawn and marlon is kobe and shaq of comedy

[@bakgammon]

You're the Adam Morrison of comparisons lol

[@harrybrown6956]

@@bakgammon name another duo ?

[@lukea8685]

This was a great interview

[@alexismoore-harris7240]

I absolutely love Him ❤

[@garythepartyrocker7613]

It’s Ray from scary movie

[@BigAssNigga311]

Uncle ray-ray's gotta game!!!!!

[@niccjohnson8772]

🏳️‍🌈🌈

[@Guns_and_Butter]

I’m trying to figure out how bruh shades staying up not latched behind his ear

[@KrisHoppz]

Wayans Brothers (bros was the marquee) I cringed everytime she said bros or mentioned his "brother Shawn". I can tell she's young and up and coming but they should've put him with a vet, Shawn is legendary. Kudos and keep going

[@c-note3624]

My Guy Shawn Wayans..........Since Day 1

[@BishopP36]

Fun fact the guy Chris Blackwell he spoke of is the same guy who worked with Bob Marley

[@himoverthere6716]

I appreciate her passion, and I totally get being geek’d up when meeting someone you’re a fan of, but she was talking too much!

[@djunknownn.]

I don't Shawn felt that way

[@slimtheshocker9016]

Love you Shawn !!

[@asmraddict475]

Please 🙏 comeback do more movies

[@bernardinecarter1107]

So they can be stolen like the others and continued with mediocrity