Cosmo and Joe

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Cosmo and his brother Joe filmed at their store on Melrose Ave in LA.
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[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Thank you for the opportunity for me and my bro bro,,, Hopefully we can help people know there is life after drug addiction ,,, ❤🙏🏻

[@andreawhitman6419]

❤I could listen to your stories all day ❤ I've been clean 6yrs❤

[@baublesanddolls]

You’re fantastic, Cosmo. So relatable and a breath of fresh air. Hugs from Canada 🇨🇦

[@rosiezell3487]

Loved the interview with you & Joe!

[@lenorahummell1580]

15 months on the 26th, AA saved me and helped me get over myself. Thank you for sharing your experience, strength and hope. ❤

[@djlopez33]

LOVE YOU SEXY BITCH!! You’re a rockstar! Thank you so much for sharing your story! You’re inspiring! ♥️

[@peace.404]

I hope you make Cosmo a regular series like you did Rebecca. Cosmos is a story of how you get out of skid row and I think the audience needs to know how to do it & see an example of someone who did, is one of them, and still lives right down the street from skid row.

[@Samia.backpackers]

I liké this guys cosmo charismatic ❤

[@jacquelinerose3592]

Agree 100%! Such a great interview

[@deannemango648]

Agreed ❤💯ALSO❣️

[@bigdlife86]

This!

[@ashleeS6929]

Yessss!!!!

[@JasmineWhare-bx2qp]

I really love how joe lets cosmo talk its like they are so in sync, its very endearing.

[@Emonteez]

He’s used to it but I kind of wanted her to let him talk a little more

[@lpe655]

I Love how Joe has accepted Cosmo from Day 1 and, on top of that, has always had his back. We all are different in some way, so why can't we all Love each orher for our differences.

[@kristinenoffsinger5138]

Amen. Wish everyone thought this way.

[@freereinartstudio1463]

Yes....and look out for each other!

[@royalway]

Me too 🥺

[@cmo5150]

her* back

[@jimjames6990]

Are they related to the Whitakers? Ngly fnked up too

[@elainefranco725]

Cosmo's brother is such an amazing listener. I want to hear more about Joe and his personal life. I love the love they have for one another. Xoxoox Peace

[@zizaperoj1337]

Exactly, so do I

[@patriciawilson6978]

I agree!

[@Ydkm8364]

Same! Love them both but want to hear more about Joe too. My twin is the same as Cosmo in the sense that he owns every conversation lol and I just enjoy listening to him ♥️ I mean I already know what he's doing to say anyway hehe

[@gingerelle101]

Yes! I would love to hear more from him too.

[@Jan-t2n]

Imagine how wonderful our world would be if every family treated each other with respect, love, acceptance and kindness this family practices. How lovely they are. ❤

[@susanphillips2290]

Cosmo had an infectious laugh, made me smile EVERY TIME. Could listen to them both ALL DAY. Absolutely love them both.

[@suzannem6300]

I could too, they're amazing. True brotherly love. And their lives were so interesting!

[@forestrot666]

His laugh is fantastic. Made me even giggle a lil whenever he laughed. Love their dynamic and how they have both been through it separately and together,but here they are after all these years. ❤

[@sellingpeck]

I love Cosmo, he needs his own podcast, it would be huge.

[@Dysgyzed]

Wonderfully, Cosmo DOES have a YT channel called Queen of Melrose Glamsquad. He is every bit as adorable every day as anyone could hope! (Just wanted to share the love. *Smile*)

[@triciasutton7322]

I’d listen daily. I make cards and would love it during that time!

[@HyperGloss666]

I am literally only here for cosmo after I keep seeing a clip of their interview on twitter

[@gisellepoppy]

cosmo has one that just started on her channel!!!

[@innergaia4481]

I agree. I could listen to Cosmo all day!

[@nevillejames1613]

Show us more of Cosmo, Joe and those around them. Their stories and energy are very uplifting and just generally pleasant to watch.

[@fatimamelo3858]

The love between them is so real and sincere! They are amazing!

[@kaithoudek8410]

I think these stories of sobriety are exactly what the channel needs. We have so many videos showcasing how bad it is. Now it’s time to showcase how hopeful things can be

[@marygregory2624]

Makes me cry missing my baby brother. God damnit. He never got sober and fent took his life 3 yrs ago today. Miss that kid more than you could imagine. ❤ your family, no matter how shitty it may become. One day, you'll be like me and missing a huge piece of your soul. My only wish is that people get sober so that so many people dont suffer like me.

[@3x157]

Cosmo used to dress me in my early career as a DJ. Great person. Love her personality and vibe. I still have a lot of her items. She made my look for the LA Music Awards in 2013. Rock it Queen!

[@carlac9177]

Well-chosen words, Cosmo: "The gift of sobriety." Love it. Sobriety is a gift you give yourself....a gift that ONLY you can give yourself. Blessings to Cosmo and Joe.

[@marylougeorge9890]

❤❤❤

[@Amanotavanta-yu3iw]

Before the “gift of sobriety” ,there is the gift of free agency (the agency to choose ) and there is so many more gifts - the gift of the 👑Holly Ghost !

[@marylougeorge9890]

@@Amanotavanta-yu3iw Holy (not Holly)

[@ChristinaFromYoutube]

Doesn't the literature say its from God and its God that lifts the obsession?

[@alexandrasuperbonita]

I love this sibling support. They are such a great example of realness.

[@alicialockard5964]

I wish my sister had my back half as much as these siblings support each other.

[@cspeak2me]

Love them both amazing

[@TallulahBelle3276]

Right on! 👍🏽 ❤

[@BeliaLastes]

Cosmo and Joe are the coolest twins I've ever seen, thank you Mark for this nice conversation with them 😊❤

[@cvawter44]

Mark, do an interview with Joe alone.

[@alfonzo7822]

Cosmo is fast becoming one of my fave people. Really enjoyed this interview with Joe, what a crazy but wonderful life they've had.

[@nicolec1004]

The fact that THIS MAN accepts and loves cosmo, it is absolutely beautiful. I love the sibling support. I am so proud of both of you. ❤

[@Krinsta1]

Thank goodness for Cosmo he put the Rebecca thing in a nutshell. I'm so glad someone is looking out for Mark.

[@Luna7-v1p]

I'm glad, too. Mark used to lump us all as haters for echoing the same sentiment or even remove comments At least he's finally listening.

[@nancykaufman1632]

@@Luna7-v1pExactly

[@christinacreates2393]

Yeah he would remove comments. I remember one that he removed specifically and the person was telling Mark that he was enabling Rebecca. Mark still doesn’t believe that he enables Rebecca but he does. He’s still in denial about being an enabler 🤷🏽‍♀️. It’s not his fault that Rebecca is who she is but he enables her to remain how she is.

[@Krinsta1]

@christinacreates2393 it's really hard to see the enabling when you are in it. Enabling itself is pretty complicated to understand. Mark is a photographer, not a psychologist, and he genuinely cares about Rebecca. You can be enabling someone just by giving them a slight compliment. Rebecca being so entitled is another thing. That's part of the equation.

[@Krinsta1]

@user-zn9zj4pl4b we have to remember Mark is a photographer and not a psychologist. Enabling is a complex thing, and Mark is a person who is trying to be part of the solution and not part of the problem. People who don't understand the complete picture of enabling would see being called one as pretty negative. It's just as hard to face as being an addict. Harder, maybe because enabling comes from a place of love and caring for others, whereas addiction is coming from the opposite side, selfishness and entitlement being a big part of it.

[@serenity5230]

ahhhh i just love these two!! So down to earth. I don’t usually see good relationships between such contrasting siblings, so i love that they actually have a close relationship and except each other for who they are 🥹🙌

[@Emzzz78]

Down to earth?! Cosmo is so stuck in delusion he can’t see the forest for the trees. Autogynephillia at its best. He’s a gay male that is turned on by dressing as a woman. It’s more common and closeted than we think.

[@felinefina8004]

I randomly stumbled into one of Cosmo’s shops on Melrose and by some lucky coincidence he had an employee call in that day so he was running the shop. I was drawn in off the street by all the sequins and bling. It was an experience of dress up I had never experienced before and his energy is magical. I loved it as he pulled outfits for me. I walked out with 3 items and priceless experience. I can vouch to say he has an amazing spirit and energy as well as a way of making you feel so beautiful and amazing. Definitely would go back for another day of dress up if he was present

[@hannahkat88]

Cosmo’s laugh is adorable. That “hehehee” 🤣🥰

[@Resnyca]

Yes, unrealistically charismatic!!

[@enoscheeren6105]

38:10

[@ChristinaFromYoutube]

Made me giggle each time

[@AR-oi4hg]

He HAS to have run into Big Ang at some point in time. They are so much alike. That laugh included.

[@teresacarlucci4695]

Yes 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 me too

[@bradkennedy8350]

The love between two brothers is the most beautiful thing about this whole story. Having each other's back to the end . That's true love between siblings . They finish each other's sentences

[@angelawilliams7939]

Exactly ❤

[@Gingerblaze]

Twins have a very close relationship.

[@marylougeorge9890]

@@GingerblazeOften times as young children, they have their own language before they can clearly communicate with adults. I saw this with my granddaughter and nephew who are 1 year and 10 days apart. They spent nearly every day together because I took care of them while their parents were at work. If I hadn’t known twins did this, I probably wouldn’t have noticed it between them. Wish I could have taped it. ❤

[@edp3202]

So entertaining.

[@royalway]

💯

[@masterofwit339]

Joe and Cosmo are an iconic twin duo! What a dope dichotomy. Love this mini series with Cosmo.

[@isabellrc]

As a Sicilian/Italian on my Dads side, I understand some of these dynamics. I find these two are so interesting; no narcissistic personalities; straight up real people. These stories are so interesting. I love the brotherly love; compassion… NY to California is a large leap

[@fmlAllthetime]

They're both Empire states if that makes sense

[@RadRedhead222]

I'm glad Mark is listening to these two about Rebecca.

[@ShesPresidential_]

Yeah, He seems oddly and inappropriately attached to Rebecca and I don't even know who she is. I have to go back and watch the episodes on her.

[@MichelleGibbons-nw6xv]

​​@@ShesPresidential_ Except he isn't. The new interview that was a few days ago with Cosmo and Rebecca, he is talking about how he's going to be taking Rebecca out for another shopping spree, that he can pick out and curate outfits, get whatever she wants.. Etc. It was also mentioned that he can't wait to get back to doing that on the regular. It's towards the end of that interview if anyone wants to check that out for reference.

[@pallexa]

I grew up in nyc in the 80’s. I worked the coat check at the Fun house. We’d party til 10am. The Crisco club was the after hours place. Fun times and years of drug use later . I’m clean but it took a lifetime to figure it out. Listening to these brothers I feel right at home. Thanks ❤

[@evenleven]

The Cosmo show needs to happen. Cosmo has it all. i cant get enough :p

[@royalway]

💯

[@SM78..]

💯💯

[@Emzzz78]

I agree!!

[@karenfromNH]

youtube.com/@queenofmelrose?si=tWygdMUfAd4BXv6B

[@stephaniee8909]

Your personality is so contagious Cosmo, I love the dynamic between you brothers. I literally feel like if I worked with you we’d be best buddies, so much fun and people want to hear your story. You have no idea how many people have struggled or are actively struggling with addiction and hearing people’s testimonies really does more good than you’ll ever know. Keep being you because people freaking LOVE YOU !!! Next time I’m in Cali I’m swinging by 4 sure ❤❤

[@jennywilliams2897]

I had no idea of how amazing Cosmo is! I’d never heard of him until Rebecca’s shopping trip into his store…he is a TREASURE! If I was o. The other side of the country, I would find my way to his store just to get a huge hug and experience his beautiful energy in person! Cosmo, I don’t know you, but I am so proud of you ♥️

[@peace.404]

I love that this is blowing Cosmo up. I go to LA every now and then. And when I go I definitely want to stop by one of Cosmos stores.

[@faithruckdeschel1294]

It sure is because I watched this young man named "Matt Cullen" and he's such a beautiful angel to ppl. He's a Gay man, and he interviews ppl from all walks of life, and I found Cosmo on his channel. I didn't know Mark had him on here as well? I'm seeing that Cosmo's on other channels too

[@katharinehorowitz1709]

I'm glad the three of you chatted about Rebecca, and I'm glad that you (Mark) have Cosmo and Joe to lean upon a bit about the whole situation. This is a great, introspective and fascinating interview, and these are introspective and fascinating people. Thank you.

[@katharinehorowitz1709]

Ah, fuck, now I'm getting to the end of it about how you've helped Cosmo start to go viral and I'm tearing up. I love this team (family?).

[@sherrysanders7735]

What

[@emilyvaughan7615]

Seeing this for the first time....this moved me

[@krisap1635]

Mark still says he was not an enabler,not true. I am glad these 2 let Mark know that he was. These two need their own podcast, they are awesome.

[@Emzzz78]

I think a podcast would be great with these two

[@RussiaIsARiddle778]

Why do you think this? I didn’t feel comfortable listening to Cosmo at all.

[@optigana]

​@@RussiaIsARiddle778 why did you felt uncomfortable? I'm sorry to hear that

[@ancapostolache7104]

@@RussiaIsARiddle778 ???

[@RussiaIsARiddle778]

@@ancapostolache7104 he’s a narcissist and he has a very loud gravity voice that is unappealing. He interrupts everyone and even when he’s quiet, he’s breathing so heavy and making so much noise that he sucks all the oxygen out of the room. Classic narcissism. IMHP

[@anthonylergessner5081]

These guys need to write a book about their escapades growing up. One of your best Mark.

[@ashleemerriweather4080]

I cannot stop watching Cosmo! Her heart is as tremendous as her personality. Her energy is contagious and admirable.

[@raveninnsbruck9166]

Cosmo is he/him, pretty sure

[@sherrycallaway6578]

Raw and Fabulous ⭐⭐⭐ Great interview...Thank you! I'm ready for part 2, 3 and 4

[@zizaperoj1337]

Exactly! 😊

[@TruthfromRicky]

Has anybody else realized that Cosmo has an infinite great talent of comparing celebrities actors singers all the way from the 1950s to the current times towards situations in his past and events in his life?

[@LittleKiva]

When they had a hug at the end it brought tears to my eyes just to know that there’s still something pure out there and family is where love never dies. I’d like to see more videos of them 🫶🏻 such a good story teller Cosmo

[@Mia-qt4th]

Mark, you had tears in your eyes making Cosmo's dreams come true, you're a legend.

[@MoveMountains10]

What did he give them? It's taking forever to watch this episode cause my kids are ripe today

[@whiterussia9232]

@@MoveMountains10good question. Mark gives them a question and they go off for 15 minutes about everything under the sun but what he asked

[@sugarsore]

​@@MoveMountains10Mark gave Cosmo a platform to jumpstart his social media, as well as giving him more business at his clothing stores.

[@marylougeorge9890]

@@MoveMountains10I love listening to people tell there stories. Always have.

[@CesarGarcia-wr4co]

​@@MoveMountains10 My kids are Ripe today. Wtf. I thought that only Boston ppl. Use this word Made us crack up👏 Of course unless you're Bostonian😅

[@JustDatBoi]

Finally, someone told Mark to his face he’s enabling Rebecca.

[@cristinalicas1191]

💯💯💯 and not a genius but a spoiled ****

[@michellelongoria3929]

Cosmo’s little giggle is so infectious 🥰 The love between these twins is beautiful…a dynamic duo ❤️❤️

[@samoncheezebalz3679]

Addiction: “waiting for you in the parking lot doing pushups.” Truer words have never been spoken. ✌️

[@student22044]

That was my favourite quote too. It's so true, and funny/tragic all at once.

[@cliftonbowers6376]

Mines doing maneuvers..😮

[@LynnAgain83]

💯💯💯 9 years sober here.

[@samoncheezebalz3679]

@@LynnAgain83 KEEP UP THAT GOOD FIGHT GREEN EYES ! ✌️

[@johnruvolis874]

Excellent explanation of Rebecca's situation from Cosmo who has gone through it.

[@Dreengirl]

Absolutely

[@jsce70angelheart376]

Mark, you found a couple of winners here. I LOVE JOEY AND COSMO!!!! Hollywood is jealous they didn't write this. What rockstars. They look like people straight out of central casting, only they're the real deal! Keep us updated on these two. I love a success story. Hang in there Cosmo! You've got this! Wish I lived close, I'd shop in your stores. There has to be something there I could afford. Just you're company would be worth the trip.

[@CMP6111]

Thank you Mark for giving Cosmo a platform to share that people can get their life back on track. Your generosity and compassion to help people is so appreciated. Cutting off Rebecca was for the best. Your energy and kindness needs to be rewarded to save those who really wants to do better.

[@phototristan]

I gained a lot of respect for Cosmo after watching this.

[@Emzzz78]

It took me a minute, but I did too.

[@almabelhumeur6672]

@@Emzzz78 Myself as well.

[@NicolePoliskey]

Cosmo and Joe, Genuine hearts lead to peace. It was beautiful to see such amazing people connect. I wish you all the love and success xx.

[@alisonj9533]

24 years sober for me, no regrets. The time you think you can trust yourself is the most dangerous, I won't accept even a non alcohol beer just to make others feel better, I'm good. The next drink is just through the next door and others don't truly have your best interests when they try to make you fit in with them, nah I'm good

[@David-co4fg]

Right on. I just had 18 years in November.⁰😅

[@jessesims6232]

@@David-co4fg do you still have cravings on a day to day basis? Or has it become a non-entity in your life?

[@anniecouture3339]

Beautiful! Keep to your word. I think you are smart totally giving drinking up.

[@grimtrigg3r]

@@jessesims6232I’ve got 19 years and it’s not an issue. Cravings wane after your brain builds new connections and settles into sober life. It’s important to avoid triggers tho. I can’t be in a bar, or I’ll start to crave a drink. So I avoid them.

[@KimMc74]

Well said!

[@carlyt1824]

So proud of you mark for letting Rebecca go. I know how hard it is dealing with an addict. Now we just have to hope and pray for her.

[@sherrysanders7735]

Can you fill me in? I’m just catching up on him letting Rebecca go. Which he needed to. I still pray for Rebecca but …… you know.

[@carlyt1824]

@@sherrysanders7735 mark has known Rebecca for like 4 years and has tried countless times to help get her sober and to rehabs and many job opportunities but every time Rebecca has not been able to stay clean or get actual help and just very selfish. But he has a whole playlist of Rebecca’s videos you can learn more on how she is.

[@WindTurbineSyndrome]

Nutshell Rebecca was demanding more and more expecting money and shopping and hotel stays and phones for thousands a month in exchange for promising to get sober. Mark finds people willing to help get assessment for housing and rehab and right off the bat after geting into a pre-rehab group housing over a weekend and within 48 Hours is sexually inappropriate and gets kicked out hits the streets to use again. Mark just finally realized he was codependent and if his financial support led to R's death he didn't want to be responsible. Mark's had a tough month the Whittacker's of WV also blew up their deal with lying about a death in the family to get drug money for BJ and embarrassing Mark on social media channel. Some idiot content creator showed up to throw shade on Mark helping the family with GoFundMe. Money they squandered on who knows what then said they didn't realize call that money was not from Mark's money but gofundme account. About $100k but taxes were paid out of it. Time for a new cast of characters.

[@Swanlanded]

I like how they are patient to allow each other to talk and yet they can continue with each other's conversation. A lot of respect going on there.

[@marilynaki4659]

Joe looks so sad hearing about all his brother went through. It is amazing the love between them. Hope they always look out for each other. Thanks for the interview Mark. Please keep us posted on these two. Thanks.

[@jojobee42]

I liked Cosmo instantly when I saw her on this channel! What a character, and there's a good heart there. His brother is nice too. Would definitely like to see more of them on this channel!

[@caligullion2160]

Glad you are letting Rebecca go. Remember she is the child of very wealthy people, she is spoiled brat.

[@laurabialecki2978]

Best guests ever. Happy Rebecca has been given the boot finally. Crazy gets boring.

[@LogansGigi991]

What you said! Not only boring, but it makes you tired, something Cosmo never does.

[@Catherine_AM]

I love Joe's stoicism and their unconditional support of each other.

[@ginger8304]

Joe and Cosmo’s interview helped me gain a better understanding of my brother’s 40 year battle with addiction. He had long stretches of sobriety, but his last relapse ended with his suicide. This video will touch lives and help countless people. God bless you.

[@LisaMitchellGD]

I am so sorry for your loss

[@carlitasway2477]

Thank you for helping Mark see the light about Rebecca . Everyone pray for Rebecca 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@marylougeorge9890]

Amen. 🙏

[@jq1831]

Cosmo helps addicts. Mark is addicted to Rebecca.

[@rishibeauty8889]

These brothers are GOLD! Cosmo deserves success. I have been sober yrs. Good things happen when you get clean❤

[@LynnAgain83]

Amen! 9 years sober after over a decade. I'd be dead by now. By the Grace of God 🙏🏻

[@judymelchert3966]

I love their relationship ! They have alot of respect for each other.

[@baublesanddolls]

Cosmo may have been an addict, but he still managed to somewhat keep a job, friends, family, and wasn’t nearly as far gone as Rebecca. I’m glad both Cosmo and Joe saw right through Rebecca, his sense of entitlement, how self-centred he is, and they weren’t afraid to let Mark know that all he’s doing is enabling, and Rebecca’s totally playing Mark because he can! Mark was being reluctant not wanting to admit how much he spends on Rebecca or he’s in major denial. There’s absolutely no way Mark was only giving Rebecca money sporadically three or four times a year! Watch the videos! He pays for everything; unlimited cell phones, hotel rooms that don’t get used, food, numerous shopping sprees where there’s no spending limit, wigs, clothes, handbags, shoes, transportation, cigarettes, drug money, paying him for each video, being his personal chauffeur while getting his car disgustingly trashed, has clothes for him at his studio, and more. Mark has said that Rebecca’s often at his studio in the morning looking for money. I’d like to have a dollar for every phone he’s given him, only to be sold/traded for drugs within hours. Mark’s only fooling himself about his reality with Rebecca! I love Mark, but his defence about Rebecca was way off for whatever reason.

[@kimyarmuch120]

I picked up on that, too, the defensiveness and how much he actually gave. Mark is understandably hurt and disappointed in Rebecca, but he's not owning his part in it. Cosmo seems to just kind of let it go out of politeness. Mark saying "I didn't enable shit..." ehm....that's anger and it's not honest. Rebecca is no saint, certainly, but it's easy to make her the villain entirely and Mark the innocent victim; that's not really fair, in my opinion. Rebecca is already vulnerable and on the fringe; blaming her for behaving as any mentally unwell addict behaves, such as taking advantage of situations and people, doesn't land for me. In her final video she calls Mark out re: the SWU book, and Mark not asking permission for the photo and quote choices for the book, and Mark feeding on their "non self-worth." Rebecca has a point. It was a complicated dynamic and Mark played his part. I adore and hope for Rebecca like so many do and I believe Mark really cares for her, tried, and got burned; that's rough. Let's hope the months, years ahead bring change that Rebecca herself pursues.

[@deborahadams113]

@@kimyarmuch120I liked reading your thoughts , it’s a very balanced view x

[@liveandletlive9333]

Mark is obsessed with Rebecca. He won't stop until he is saved. Now he's selling books signed by him. There's more to come for sure.

[@mcmelissa6062]

Because he knows it's wrong and embarrassed by his enabling of ishmael.

[@baublesanddolls]

@@mcmelissa6062 Mark must have forgotten about his last video how he told Rebecca how many hundreds of dollars he spends on him each week (approximately $500) and how he has to tip the Uber drivers an extra $50 just so they'll drive Rebecca. I sure wish someone was giving me $500 a week, even a month! Rebecca has it made, so why would he make the effort to work with Cosmo or make a KZbin channel!

[@michaelae4341]

I could listen to Cosmo and her brother all day talking about her life. Great interview Mark! It's so refreshing to see someone who has managed to turn their life around. It creates hope!

[@sunshinencoastlines]

Her? Because of the long hair and black nails??? 🤣🤣🤣 Even his brother calls him a him!!! You’re so confused!

[@Gram820]

Her?😅

[@awesome_comment]

Her? lol ok

[@jodielouisedomachowski3070]

It’s a HIM… he doesn’t go by “her” 🙄 just because he’s gay and got long hair doesn’t mean he wants to be a woman…

[@Dinnerthedaythebanksareopen]

He’s gay not trans

[@almabelhumeur6672]

WOW! I am a born again Christian and have been for 44 years. I was born and raIsed Roman Catholic. You twins had quit the life. My partner is Italian and a great guy. Your story is so interesting I could listen to you guys all day telling stories about your lives. Cosmo, I had so many laughs at you in all your videos. You have so much charisma and I am so happy that you and your family are very close and accepting of you. Hold on to your sobriety, so much love sent to you guys and thank you for sharing your truth. You guys need to write a couple of books. Stay strong and stay blessed. Much love to you both. Alma in Canada.

[@Gingerblaze]

43:45 hearing Cosmo talk about how "brutal" it was being homeless again and how his spirit just knew it was wrong is really important. It is that small but persistent voice of self worth inside that saves us if we listen.

[@Saer-s9u]

✨️💞✨️ beautiful truth

[@LynnAgain83]

🫵🏻THIS. I was addicted to for over a decade and I'd always use by myself because of the shame and guilt. My eldest brother passed away about 9 years ago ago and I promised him id get sober. Here I am 9 years later.

[@Arkie-Sparkle]

OMFG, I almost choked from laughing when I heard Cosmo call Rebecca a little spoiled *unt, 😂😂😂. I thought only uncouth Australians used that word, 😂😂😂. It's my favourite word in the Oxford dictionary, 😂😂😂. Bundles of love from Australia - Mark, Cosmo and Joey, xx 🇦🇺 ❤🥰😘

[@jeanmilne397]

Same about cont I’m from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍😜

[@jaywysard]

The thing is, as you probably know, in the US the "C" word is one of the last words that's kind of a nuclear bomb. I hope it stays that way. There are too few words that people can use anymore that are like nails on a chalkboard and when used sparingly and selectively, it's awesome. "MFer" used to be pretty raw back in the 70s and 80s, but it's become so common that now it's watered down and doesn't have the same impact. It's just another word. I hope that *unt doesn't go the same way, but I see signs that it will. It makes me sad.

[@jeanmilne397]

@@jaywysard yes where I stay if people say aye nae bad cxnt good cxnt you know what I mean. I don’t think that will ever die here All the best to you ♥️👍

[@luvdasymae]

Oh my gosh, when I was visiting Australia I couldn't believe it when I heard that word. Lol

[@whiskeytangofoxtrot1986]

In America it’s like the last resort of what you can call someone….

[@lisayouse3502]

One of the best interviews! Love Cosmo and Joe. We're all the same age, remember the 70s, such a wild but fun Era. 😂 Thnx Mark.

[@whiterussia9232]

“I made Rebecca look like a Jahovas witness” - Cosmo

[@palacetes]

Brotherhood can save lives. It’s wonderful to see how Cosmo and his brother have stood for each other. That is inspiring and makes me love my siblings a lot more. Cosmo tells the truth about Rebecca. We, the audience by sympathising so much with her, we ended up spoiling her a lot more. Mark was wise to toughen his stand. Cosmo is an extraordinary person able to speak frankly about struggles and life as it is.

[@highpos]

JOE IS SUCH A GOOD LISTENER AND LETS COSMO SHINE SO WELL ITS VERY SWEET. The contrast between his serious demeanor to cosmos bubbly aura is too much. Here from h3

[@Olive7Branch]

I adore these siblings and appreciate how straight forward they were with you about Rebecca.

[@lindaheath779]

Truth tellers here. Rebecca has to be left. You will end up like a rat on a wheel with her. It is madness.

[@nicolelewonkenobi]

This is one of the best interviews I have ever seen on Soft White Underbelly! Cosmo is such an amazing character. I absolutely adore him and his brother. Cosmo, you deserve all good things life has to offer. Mark is absolutely correct, you haven't seen anything yet. I can't wait to see what the future has to offer you and your family. I really look forward to seeing you again soon! You're an absolute joy!!!

[@roland1912]

This guy Cosmo is so charismatic and so immediately likeable. Both of these brothers make me wish I had a better relationship with my own brother.

[@marylougeorge9890]

I have 4 sisters and only am close to 2. The other 2 are toxic and like Mark said they add nothing good to my life. You need to check that with your relationship with your brother. I had 3 friends I was even closer to than my sisters. 2 have passed on. I’m 73 so it’s easier to handle.

[@rubyb525]

Kosmo and Joe are amazing. Cosmo has such a powerful story and presence.

[@blueeyez3643]

Mark! Why now is it ok to talk about Rebecca and her psychosis. So many of us tried to tell you it’s like you were sucked into her vortex or some weird sht.

[@hi-techredneck7069]

What an interview! They should have a reality show series. Thanks Mark! 🇺🇸

[@lisahergesheimer1436]

Yes!

[@Dwoww1568]

Yes!!

[@JFEnterprize]

Would be better than 90% of the crap out there otherwise I’m sure

[@loveoverfear11]

I was thinking the same thing ! Great idea 😊

[@JM-vj7we]

I would watch!

[@terimoores9494]

"My Spirit wasn't right with it". ~Cosmo. ❤

[@purpleghostfox]

I loved that part too. I get it.

[@scott8919]

Cosmo's energy is just lovely. I can't get enough of watching him.

[@danaferguson462]

Being Italian myself, I can see that ALL Italians have a sparkle that cannot be denied. LoL. Love these guys finishing each other's sentences!

[@Freddybender123]

I know that’s right!!..we do sure shine in everything we do❤

[@klbbeeswillow]

🤌💕

[@tammylloyd8637]

lol poor Joe He’s like I just said something Hello Cosmo I’m here too(I Love It )cosmos like I know your thoughts

[@Freddybender123]

@@klbbeeswillow 🤌🏽💯✅🌹💥

[@southphillylilly]

That's ridiculous ALL??? What about the ones that show up nodding out on fentanyl or tweaking out on meth? Some of the worst people I've known have been, Italian Some of the best too But ALL have a sparkle in their eye? Spoken like an American, who cleans Italian heritage

[@wendymarie7151]

Cosmo, very down to earth and super sweet. Joe, thats so awesome you have a great relationship with your Bro's. Mark, this is a very cool, wonderful, great video!!

[@gg3596]

Glad you both affirmed Mark's decision about Rebecca

[@JW-ty4zf]

What I like about Cosmo interview is that she offers what her issues were and THE SOLUTION to helping the issues.

[@YllaStar95970]

I sense Cosmo is just gettin' started. Surrounded by special people who clearly love, and support, it's definitely time to light it up.🌌

[@brattracy2542]

WOW!!!! Im 55 yr Young and Hearing Cosmo's Story is just So Relatable....! I Remember so much of the 70's n 80's! PARTY, PARTY, PARTY.....Thats all we did! THANK YOU FOR UR STORY BOYS.....X

[@tonicobarrubias4052]

As a 16 year member of Alanon, I really appreciated their explanation of how enabling does not help. Mark, you have a big heart. But Rebecca took entitlement to the next level.

[@traceyolekas9607]

Now for the Whiakers. I say pay their utilities, etc DIRECTLY vs sending ANY cash. Maybe grocery store/gas gift cards.

[@liveandletlive9333]

Hey Al Pal. I think Mark's not ready yet to truly hear it tho. He's deep in the denial and the blinders are still on most of the day.

[@SharonBenson2674]

I’m so glad that Mark has cut ties with Rebecca. Should be interesting to see what happens with Rebecca next.

[@sharondutton7709]

Hands down one of the best interviews thus far! Cosmo and Joe are bloody marvelous!❤

[@gardenalways]

Joey and Cosmo = the Yin and Yang twin connection. Love 'em! Happy for their newfound success! May it blossom into all they've dreamed of and more!

[@belindapoplin5439]

So happy for this much-needed interview!! ❤❤❤

[@brookebowers1229]

Blessed be! oh yikes not from Gliead just Irish ! well blessed be the fruit feck it !

[@Dwoww1568]

❤from Oregon , USA ❤

[@kandycepeterson2482]

Aw. It's Sunday.

[@brookebowers1229]

@@kandycepeterson2482 dSWU always gives you mental fat to chew on with hope on holidays ....love Sunday mornings now - bless yer hearts

[@brookebowers1229]

@@Dwoww1568 love and lived in Oregon i hope all the media coming from the states about it is wrong ... I hope Yahats and pie and bookstores on the sea and cannon beach is still glorious! love to you Happy Sunday Dana ! people in the comments are so much kinder too it is a reminder for s all to pause and take care of yourselves - Take a cold shower - eat a load of mashed spuds curl into bed or find safety and learn to love yourselves - i just got that message from my dearest friend - "you need to be kinder to yourself - you deserve it " i a forwarding Madigan's love to you

[@morningsnoozer3985]

I love watching these two together! And I feel such affection for them. Joey is a gem. Wow.

[@murphytina09]

Lost the love of my life to addiction almost two years ago. I agonized that I did not do enough to stop him. Listening to Cosmo talk about her journey with addiction really helped heal a part of my heart - thank you ❤❤❤

[@marylougeorge9890]

I’m sorry, honey. I understand. I had the same situation. It’s heartbreaking because they missed out on so many beautiful things life has to offer. 💔💔💔

[@doricetimko5403]

💜💜💜

[@tia2all501]

I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve been sober for 25yr. I can tell you that there wasn’t any thing you did wrong the person has to want to get sober. So please don’t be so hard on yourself. You may want to check out AA to help you understand the disease best of luck ❤

[@4whorant]

@@jjonez787 please delete this. you have no idea the impact that saying something like this to someone can have. please have a little empathy.

[@jjonez787]

@@4whorant nah I'm good

[@ChowChowRescueAdoption]

LOVE Cosmo! She is such a good soul. Touching that she asked about Rebecca and talked to Mark about his struggles with Rebecca.

[@1c1pal]

*he

[@tahneeyuh3382]

Rebecca is an addict- BUT is also spoiled. Drugs don’t MAKE you a piece of shit essentially. They bring it out of you. Which is why some addicts don’t constantly steal (myself included, when I was in active addiction I had the opportunity to steal and pawn all of my parents stuff and I just couldn’t do it). Then on the other hand you have addicts who will rob their own parents blind Rebecca was clearly very spoiled and self centered- and then became an addict and mentally ill. So it’s very amplified. She may look back once she’s sober and be humiliated, but for right now that’s what’s going on

[@lauraabeysinghe9321]

There's a beauty in this honesty. The list of reasons i love this duo is endless. And yes, Cosmo and Joe are entertaining, but there are lessons in these stories. I hope people can hear that. I thank you all for sharing. I love you all, and i hope you'll keep spreading the love! Honestly, i hope you're all putting a book together. I'll be first in line for the book signing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Dreamsysmokes]

First thing I heard is he’s a boy she’s a girl. It is what it is. We all need to just appreciate one another.

[@marylougeorge9890]

I agree. I have 2 lesbians in my family. They know I don’t agree with their choice but I don’t try to change them. I love them as dearly as I love the rest of my family (except those who are toxic).

[@hopematches975]

Sorry, autism and alcoholism are completely different!

[@ladabonaveri]

There is one thing I particularly love about Cosmo. She is so flamboyant, and extrovert, and has so much to give and SHE GIVES IT! But you can see that she also truly listens to people. It's not all about herself. It's truly about giving AND receiving. Whenever someone talks, she stops, listens and aknowledges what the person is saying. That's special. That's true generosity and kindness.

[@JFEnterprize]

Noticed a little talk over on Joe tho. But that’s expected. And he accepts it.

[@DJWOODENSPOON]

When writing 'She', who are you truly referring to?

[@ladabonaveri]

Obviously Cosmo. There's only two people being interviewed. Where's the confusion? 🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️​@@DJWOODENSPOON

[@MoveMountains10]

No confusion, just an ignorant homophobe that has no life so they hate other people's lives. Hope that helps ​@ladabonaveri

[@courtadbobtail600]

​@@ladabonaveri Cosmo is a gay man.

[@fleurcoremans9828]

No better duo to wake up with!!! Sets the tone of the day!!

[@Emzzz78]

Really? You need a life. This is disturbing, not uplifting. Autogynephillia isn’t a good thing

[@brookebowers1229]

YES! It helps combat heavy duty Holy Week here in Ireland he always helps the most on holidays when you are alone ...have a really good day try i will too if you do !

[@jakstge6252]

The part of the interview about Rebecca didn’t sit well with me at all. Mark basically denied enabling Rebecca… but he has multiple prior interviews about how just how much he gave… cash, phones, hotels, shopping, Ubers, etc. Cosmo isn’t buying it tho. But also… the words he chose to speak about Rebecca (she makes my life worse, spoiled little brat, etc)… were ugly. Cosmo was so graceful in her answers. Even when Cosmo called her “an entitled spoiled c*nt”… it was followed with “drug addiction is so self centered “. It was entirely an entirely different tone… it sounds like Mark is attacking Rebecca, the person… but Cosmo acknowledges the behavior is the disease of addiction.

[@reneelibby4885]

Mark, you WERE enabling at the end. Own it.

[@Dreengirl]

His heart was in the right place... so please don't put Mark down. Let's all be uplifting like Cosmos. 💕

[@DianaCrow-y7n]

Yep

[@epoh8698]

Very down to earth these two. Keep up the great work

[@CMT705]

That was fun interview. I’m happy that Cosmo was put off by Rebecca’s antics.

[@lisahergesheimer1436]

Fascinating life stories! I could listen to them for days. Very down to earth people.