True Blood: Lafayette in His Own Words | HBO

How do we describe True Blood’s Lafayette, played by the incomparable Nelsan Ellis? As a man of many words and iconic sayings, it’s best if he tells you himself. #HBO #TrueBlood
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In a time when vampires have entered the mainstream, a young Louisiana waitress (Anna Paquin) sets out to prove not only can vamps and humans co-exist, they can find true love. Created by Alan Ball (Six Feet Under) and based on the best-selling "Sookie Stackhouse" novels by Charlaine Harris.
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[@ritab.2654]

HBO Rocks!!

[@reginaroberts4175]

He brought so much to that role. Lafayette was the reason I continued to watch that show once it strayed so far from the books. May he rest in power ❤️

[@vuksgitau]

He's the reason I started watching it in the first place.

[@raj2tennis]

@@vuksgitau Me too!

[@slcRN1971]

He turned a bit part (in the books) into a fantastic character in this series. Such a great loss to the entertainment industry!🥀😢.

[@darrean15]

My favorite character for sure

[@ladygbs2393]

Yessss!

[@liendiep3404]

He left so soon… he would’ve been perfect in Pose. I just wish he knew how much we all loved him and needed him.

[@goodmusiq3539]

Or p-valley

[@DarlingMissDarling]

@@goodmusiq3539 oh. My. Gawd. YES

[@Surewhynotthen]

I miss him! He was SO GOOD!

[@carmanpashawn7465]

Perfectly said! I miss him soooo much! Such a Gifted and Talented actor! 🕊❤

[@lioness-sx6fr]

And P Valley

[@KH-sn2sj]

RIP Nelsan & thanks for an exceptional job on playing an iconic character.

[@reyr6796]

on CREATING an iconic character! what a joy. thank you Nelsan

[@poeticlovee]

He passed away? 😔

[@Vampwars]

*Nelsan Ellis wasn’t just Lafayette Reynolds, he WAS True Blood!* He was that voice that everyone needed to hear. He was the fun, the masquerade, the tea party & the block party. He was the main event. People think the show was about Sookie & her lovers… NOPE! Maybe that’s how it was in the books (I wouldn’t know, I still haven’t read them yet) but the show? The show was about how everybody needed Lafayette in their lives & I applaud HBO for giving us someone so unique, inspirational & fabulous to fall in love with. And I’m glad that even though the show has been off the air for years, people are still putting respect on Lafayette’s name. That shows that he truly was a magnificent character portrayed by a brilliant Actor. Rest in Power, Nelsan Ellis 💜

[@ladygbs2393]

Wow, so eloquently said! And alll so very true!

[@sacredsiren]

He and Eric were the only reasons I kept watching this show, which could be awful at times… but Nelsan’s portrayal of Lafayette was masterful. RIP to this very talented man.

[@anv5509]

And Pam too , they made the show.

[@Watersart___]

ME TOO!!!!

[@it_butters_the_bean2343]

Me too ❤

[@kiarah.mendez3298]

Lafayette, Pam and Eric in THAT order. The UNHOLY trinity.

[@marilynthomas8036]

He was an amazing actor. His portrayal of Lafayette was one of the reasons my Mom and I watched the show.

[@ctfangirl]

I was about to be upset if the burger scene wasn’t included. Best moment ever

[@TheFeliciakelley]

I will be patient than!!

[@MzVonnie4187]

LoL 😊

[@kjdnyhmghfvb]

"Creepy Spirit Thingy...why you in Sookie Bathroom?" Was my mantra for like two weeks!

[@tammyr.conner]

Lafayette was the best part of True Blood. Nelsan was brilliant. RIP😢😢

[@johnnymorningstar2855]

Despite all the things Lafayetye was, he was impossible to hate. Best character in the show! RIP Nelsan ❤

[@oldfolkiedulcimer]

My favorite in the entire series, so sad that Nelsan passed.

[@laviniajanehollis4064]

Miss LaFayette. Nelsan Ellis did a very good job with his portrayal. He cracked me up. RIP.

[@gfe3149]

Lafayette is always iconic. Nelsan should have been nominated for all the awards.

[@aer71367]

TRUTH RIGHT THERE!!

[@McKennaLester-e9e]

I agree he put his heart into the show he became true blood

[@shan0997]

Absolutely!

[@sandeepc309]

We all can learn a thing or two from queen Lafayette.

[@ernestinadominguez7551]

I just learned that this fine actor passed away and I’m still stunned. How can this be that a tragedy like this can happen in this day and age? Someone failed this poor soul, my condolences to his family💐

[@siedhaholmes9945]

There will NEVER be another character like Lafayette or any other actor to bring Lafayette to life!!!!! NEVER!!!!!! ❤❤ r.i.p.

[@QueenWhitt23]

I'm rewatching True Blood for the 3rd time and I'm falling in love wit him more and more! He was truly a great actor, R.I.P

[@danielbanes5823]

I rewatch it all the time. The characters were so well developed even if the storylines were a bit wacky LOL. I truly loved this show.

[@QueenWhitt23]

@@danielbanes5823 omg yes!!! Totally agree

[@valeriecampbell9581]

I have watched True blood maybe five times since I purchased the box set will be watching them again soon, also read the books three times all thirteen of them including the extra ones which brings the total of 19 books (reading them all over again)

[@QueenWhitt23]

@@valeriecampbell9581 I've seen considering reading the books

[@carmen6556]

My 3rd time now 2022. Still love all of it & Nelson a very special part - - ❤️❤️ty. RIP

[@marilynthomas8036]

Best character on TV EVER!! When he passed my heart really did break. He was so talented

[@stevencoates3382]

"I likes a big man." The subtle eye brow raise is gold! He didn't seem to mind...

[@sherenedrammeh4166]

Yeah ! He was with it lol !

[@stephen21100]

I’m glad they finished this compilation with the best scene in the entire true blood series. RIP Nelsan

[@redbaron9142]

Nelsan, showed the world who he was and he had so much more to give.

[@supaspydamn]

He really made that show! RIP 💕

[@TheCarlScharnberg]

Lafayette was my favorite character on the show! Nelsan did a brilliant job, perfect. May he rest in peace.

[@MSMETALBABY]

Nelson as an actor was undeniably great. Nelson as Lafayette was EVERYTHING. So many memorable characters from the show and Lafayette still stands out with his wit, sass and ferocity. Definitely one of my favorite tv characters of all time. An unforgettable portrayal. Rest in Power, Nelson.

[@NiMari.]

Queen Lafayette rocked, he really made the show.

[@tremarcez]

He was the reason I watched True Blood, I kept seeing that aids burger clip along with him passing so glad it kept recommending me R.I.P. to him 🙏🏾

[@klc4023]

We lost a good man when we lost Nelsan.😥

[@vh1077]

I need someone like him in my life so bad... just a great person, so much love for him❤

[@sandranigh3219]

Lafayette was my favorite character on true blood. Broke my heart when he passed.

[@Nedk82]

I can’t believe he died , I feel even worse that I some how didn’t hear about it. He was my favorite character in true blood and one of the best actors. I always expected him to be in so many other HBO shows. So sad and honestly a shame he lost his battle at just 39. RIP brother

[@bast713]

Lafayette was my favorite. So sad Nelson is gone, he was fantastic 💜

[@marie2511]

I LIVED for Lafayette!! Rest in Power 🙏🏽

[@benjaminreddy3658]

REST IN PEACE U WAS THE BEST ACTOR I EVER SEEN AND MADE THE ROLE POP. REST EASY BRUH.

[@anacarolmsc]

Iconic character, iconic actor. Rest in power Nelsan, forever appreciated and missed 💜

[@jameson7252]

May he Rest In Peace! The world needs more of him in this world!

[@arlenesolis024]

RIP Lafayette. You are among the great ones.

[@lisatheintuitive]

I was literally looking for how to re-watch this yesterday! Also RIP to this amazing actor 😔

[@tibaazher2792]

True rip

[@jsunnshine2105]

Rest in Power baby. You made this character real. I wish I could kick it with you. Your taglines along with your swag are iconic!

[@peajayjones8636]

I never watched this show, but it seems like he was the true star. RIP.

[@Eitner100]

The man was one of a kind and that kind is amazing! Without competition and by far the best actor of these series.

[@WolfBlessed]

Miss you my brotha. There will never be another one like you. May the Gods rest and bless your soul.

[@midwestgal631]

Lafayette was one of the BEST things about True Blood...such talent.

[@emeralddream4428]

I MISS HIM AND HE MADE THIS SHOW SO GREAT AND ENTERTAINING!!! GOD REST HIS SOUL!!!!

[@droppedmypistachios]

he will never be forgotten , one of my favorites ❤️

[@chordata1]

This gives me LIFE, so long as I can keep my sadness at his passing at bay, thanks for an awesome compilation, saving this vid

[@daddygrace253]

Lafayette's character was a riot. I use to live for 'True Blood' weekly because it was a unique series next to 'Six Feet Under'. I loved both these HBO series.

[@DiMoNico1981Swe]

We miss you amazing actor!!! R.I.P Love from Sweden

[@ritaallen3887]

I loved him. I think I might binge True Blood just to see La La

[@sandranigh3219]

Loved Lafayette. Broke my heart when I heard of his passing. So much talent gone.

[@cindilouwho8681]

Lafayette kept me watching this show. RIP Nelsan 💔

[@newtnewt3491]

Nelsan was so freaking awesome that they kept his character even tho Lafayette died in the book.

[@davincibarnette]

He & this show were & are STILL EVERYTHING.

[@roseofthegarden_]

RIP NELSAN, OMG MY FAVORITE CHARACTER, I LOVED LAFAYETTE SM

[@mikkig2964]

will always be my fav! we miss you Nelsan!

[@karlyross2871]

Lafayette was the best thing of the entire show.

[@DestinyPifer]

My favorite character in the series and such a talented actor. May he rest in rest.

[@Godsmackfan2010]

One of my absolute favorites on the show Lafayette absolutely hilarious 😂

[@tamerakraft9199]

This made me cry soooo much! I loved his acting and watched other shows with him he was great! R.I.P

[@lennisefuller5075]

😄😄😄That Dance when he and Eric was at his house💖

[@arthurcharles5571]

True blood is an incredible... I absolutely loved and Lafayette.... He was amazing... So sad that he's no longer with us.😢😢

[@victoriasteel6875]

I wish I had a friend like him.

[@kristysistrunk4433]

Who doesn’t love La La! He was one of my favorite characters. 😆

[@donjuliohair]

One of the Best TV Characters EVER!!!!

[@TheHaiku2]

Easily one of my favorite characters, so fun. He brought so much nuance to Lafayette, made him so complex. Just super memorable.

[@welks821]

Truly miss this series........

[@jenndela3]

RIP Nelsan... this was such a great show..

[@altheamcnabb2829]

I was driving when I first heard he left this earth. I pulled over and cried like a baby.

[@psychoshamrock]

the best character. I cried when Nelsan passed.

[@andreatheherbalist]

❤❤❤❤ he was my favorite part of the show. You cant take your eyes off of him whenever he is on the screen.

[@donmadden7413]

I watched every episode and LOVED Lafayette. He really made the show.

[@coffeeaddictexpress5038]

I loved Andy Bellflour too! In the books he never really liked Sookie, and Lafayette died in the beginning of second book. Arlene was a psycho in the book too lol. I love the changes in the show.

[@smileyattitude6807]

I wish we could all have a best friend like him!!

[@margogoldfinch8728]

one of the best characters in tv show. Miss Nelsan, he was incredibly talented actor.

[@steviem8117]

RIP, a true talent gone too soon.

[@romelnegut2005]

Such a shame the way he died but he left behind something for the fans to enjoy for years to come.

[@_________4526]

He should have won an EMMY

[@blindkimberly1360]

Ahhhh sweet Nelson. You are surely missed. ❤

[@kylaarmstrong-benjamin8066]

Oh he's just so awesome! Really enjoyed his character! My top 3 favorite

[@pamelaharrington3838]

I 🩵 you Lafayette!!! You brought this world soooo much joy!!!! You are extremely missed

[@burrelleful]

RIP to the best of the best ❤️

[@Elven.Melanin]

Lafayette gave me so much life. My spirit animal. Role Model. Rest in Power 😢❤❤

[@adopequeenatyrantkingaboss8057]

One of my favorite characters ever. RIP gorgeous!

[@lpg8518]

I think Lafayette and Pam were my favorite characters, the rest seem to not have a clue.

[@angelajohnson7147]

I know right

[@bettybagwell3712]

I love this! A great tribute to Nelsan.

[@Prime3709]

Miss him every day, he made the show amazing with every scene oof. No matter how far down the show went, Nelsan kept us with it ❤❤❤❤

[@SimplySheilaB]

Was heartbroken when I heard he’d passed away, he was iconic in this role. 😢❤

[@terriwilson1441]

God bless him. I miss that actor.

[@choccyncream9541]

What a Legend! Your light went out way too soon!

[@latoyaburton7828]

Wow i can't believe he's gone i enjoyed every moment of watching him in true blood

[@angel_cake9668]

the music changes are perfect this is such a good edit r.i.p nelsan baby

[@nyneegardner6235]

Nelsan was/is an amazing actor. I was absolutely devastated when I found out he had passed away. He was a standout in this show - he WAS Lafayette. Gone too soon. May he Rest in Power. 🕊

[@classyboy04]

Really do miss this show and really miss Nelson. RIP sir 🙏🏾

[@aknightlife]

Hands down my favorite character ever. 💔 RIP

[@famousnobodyz]

Chicka Chicka Rawr Rawr ( We Miss You Lafayette ) Rest in Peace. True Blood Forever!!

[@chriscasey3037]

He played that role. He made that show.

[@kalipassion04]

Nelsan our one true king.

[@geekgirrrl]

So ooo Missed, many blessings you fine Thang!!

[@hollaatthekid1796]

Rutina and Nelsan was the reason I watched this show.

[@nattyrocberry]

I miss this show soooomuch