Isaiah Washington on the Moment He Became 'Difficult' to Work with in Hollywood (Part 8)

[@monkayjunkay]

I was an extra in the Bulworth movie, the church scene was filmed at my church. I was sat directly in back of Isaiah Washington and during a break, he made it a point to turn around and talk to me. He told me his name, shook my hand and was very friendly and welcoming. He said something funny to me and we even shared a laugh. There was other actors next to him that spoke to no one. I wasn’t far from Halle Berry either and she spoke but that’s it. I was only an extra was very shy and had very low self esteem. I wondered why he was speaking to lil ole me but he did and it made me feel special. That happened years ago but I never forgot it, his kindness was that impactful. That experience taught me to always be kind because you never know who’s life you’re going to impact.

[@thomasbranch3864]

Not that I don't believe you. I just wish you were able to take pictures and actually show your experience.

[@adohara]

Why does she have to validate the moment with a photo? She is entitled to hold the moment all to herself.

[@VitaminVision]

Michael K Williams spoke to me outside of a NCAA Image awards, I was an usher at the time. Very personable. RIP

[@draines9237]

@@thomasbranch3864 sorry bruh this was back in 1996-97. Unless you was a geek walking around with a actual camera 📷, people weren't capturing every moment of their lifestyle like how we are today lol

[@coreyharrell9079]

@@thomasbranch3864 LOL what was she gonna use her camera phone or maybe a big @$$ polaroid camera on a set of a movie that havent even come out yet.

[@sassyone82]

I love how he schooled Vlad on locs. A lot of people need that education. Thanks, Isaiah!

[@danamoore793]

Maybe if he knew what he was talking about it would be more helpful. Arawak are a tribe that we're indigenous to the west indies before Europeans. They didn't have locs because, the group of people he is thinking of that fought against the colonist are the Maroons, who freed themselves and lived in the mountains of Jamaica. The part about dreads being a term used by Rastas is correct, but they grow their hair as part of a Nazarite vows. They believe the dreads gives them power and vow not to cut them.

[@jaystacks5249]

@@danamoore793 exactly. If your gonna speak about history on a big platform please try to have the facts straight to educate. Otherwise we’ll spoken gentleman

[@claushouse1]

Just learned this info. Appreciate the knowledge

[@elliot2177]

I did not even know that.

[@KtotheG]

I still say dreadlocks. I also still say "black," not ADOS, not FBA.

[@zerofox3075]

When a black man speaks up for himself…he’s being “difficult”…and it still happens to this day

[@JetseTurner]

Facts

[@shawncain882]

@@JetseTurner , It's not simply speaking up for themselves, it's how you do it

[@boogieluv247]

Surely does still happen. I know for a fact it did in the military, when I was in.

[@shawncain882]

@@boogieluv247 , You can't speak back in general in the military regardless of race, come on bro

[@boogieluv247]

@@shawncain882 The fuck you can’t. Punishment and corrective training just ain’t for the junior enlisted, my guy. NonCommissioned Officers, like myself get it if we choose to not agree and I was that one.

[@larrysmoovejohnson4238]

Isaiah Washington was/is definitely underrated. Dude is definitely a legend imo.

[@user-lb3iu2gr3i]

THANKS FOR WATCHING AND COMMENTING TEXT THE NUMBER ABOVE YOU HAVE WON A PRIZE 🎊🎁🎁!!

[@billionaire33]

Allllllllllll day legend!!!!!!!!!

[@larrysmoovejohnson4238]

@@billionaire33 yes indeed

[@erikhayes3515]

Preach! It's a shame he hasn't played lead more, he's a strong performer.

[@larrysmoovejohnson4238]

@@erikhayes3515 I agree bro, this kat doesn't get the recognition that he deserves

[@jusforever8185]

One of the best roles I seen him play was in a small HBO movie with Larry fishburne called always outnumbered. That part always stood out to me.

[@user-lb3iu2gr3i]

THANKS FOR WATCHING AND COMMENTING TEXT THE NUMBER ABOVE YOU HAVE WON A PRIZE 🎊🎁🎁!

[@coreybrooks8362]

He was going hard on those pies & coffee. 😆🥧☕

[@CHICOIZPAIN]

Bring Socrates some more of this chicken and shit…. Put it on my bill…. 😂😂😂😂

[@arieslove6144]

still comes on all the time

[@reefb4364]

Facts on that!

[@elliottwilliams9221]

Ive spoken to this brother, he’s aware and he’s a kind person, stand up guy and a man of principle. He’s humble and real and treats everyone well.

[@InspiredByEbonyLove]

I agree.. having met and worked with him as well

[@Treize132]

If he was humble he would have sat back and let PR handle it. He had to bring it all back up during the Golden Globes the story was dying

[@lekis5975]

@@Treize132 If you knew the full story, then you would know he brought it up at the Golden Globes because he was hurt, and he was speaking from his heart, none of that PR work. He is not homophobic, he played a gay man, way before it was fashionable for a straight man to play a gay man; he used to raise LGBTQ awareness before it was fashionable; some of his best mates are gay. He was framed by two white actors whose noses were put out of joint because of his high profile.

[@rodney4273]

Brother does an excellent job representing Black men he’s well spoken and highly articulate!

[@Fortune332]

Shut up with that

[@11oakclifftx]

I love this guy. He has a standard that can't be compromised.

[@abovethagamerollinz4776]

An actor who in every movie dedicates himself to his work, very talented ☝🏼

[@moetivation1]

This man is hands down one of the best in the business. His talent is 2nd to none.

[@mel2051]

Met him in the airport..agreed to take a photo with me…nice energy..and great actor!

[@mel2051]

That’s right! Thank you for standing your ground @isaiahwashington

[@romeod7549]

Not great

[@mel2051]

@@romeod7549 everyone won’t resonate with my opinion of his acting skills..but that’s okay 😀

[@divineintervention212]

@Mel, I know he did agree to take a photo with you. You look pretty cold in your picture.😏

[@yngml29]

@@mel2051 you are beautiful

[@rio9503]

Isaiah is one of my favorite actors. He clearly got blackballed, but he is going to be back on top. His performance in "The Undershepherd" is oscar worthy.

[@kenneyday6389]

It sure was, I bought it on DVD!

[@carrenoneal302]

Minds me too

[@o.v.9663]

Had no idea he was in a new movie. Thank you

[@vergespierre4271]

@@o.v.9663 Me either

[@Babynate1000]

He was the only reason I watched Grey's anatomy

[@PFPSocialMedia]

Exactly same here!!

[@dianecrisellazona4000]

Yeah! Me too

[@glendawalker]

Grey’s Anatomy went belly up when Mr. Washington was shafted. I stopped watching and campaigned against it!

[@WTF....1982]

He was amazing

[@josephinenjeri7080]

I really love him all the way from Kenya

[@only1jamesp]

This guy was the supporting role in alot of movies in the 90’s. We knew his. Face but not his name.

[@pboissie]

Always liked his roles in clockers and romeo must die

[@gigigiseleworld]

Good actor

[@space_dogg]

i like his role in "always outnumbered". he only has one scene but a powerful one. it's not a big movie either. but larry fishbourne arguing with isiah washinton is gold.

[@lived2def]

Very vague of you 🤣

[@divineintervention212]

@Condruy, You went back with that one. When he snatched off that jumpsuit and had on a business suit and when he ate that pie was the best part of the movie. It didn't make a bit of since ,and really didn't have much to do with the film ,but he made it work and he stood out.😂

[@vitotntceo]

Mr Washington is a literal icon in black cinema. I could explain but his work speaks for itself

[@brittenyevans1101]

He is an amazing actor. and Hollywood black balling him, is a fine example of why it's important to save up your money. And produce your own stuff.

[@keyopronin4134]

Yes, especially with the B.S. coming out now, cinema is ripe for independent films right now.

[@RamonExtraordinaire1]

Preach Sis, preach 🙌👏 💪!

[@bkstandard882]

He's a Trumper.

[@reefb4364]

This brother has always given top notch performances in every thing i’ve seen him - from - Romeo must Die to Girl 6 to Always Outnumbered to Love Jones to Crooklyn to Clockers dude always on point👌🏿👌🏿✅✅✅💯💯💯💯💯

[@haroldbrown5149]

That character you played in Greys (I use to watch it with my ex) inspired me so much man. Thanks for being you bro.

[@mrspeaker89]

Yea Grey's kinda fell off after he left.

[@earlbanister5514]

Damn, my respect for Isaiah Washington just grew exponentially for standing his ground and demanding to be heard in the movie Bulworth. Big respect to Warren Beatty for listening and for making Bulworth also. That's how 2 men should work out their differences and then end up laughing about it together.

[@mokahgirl5165]

I love how he kept talking about the history of the term "dreadlocks" even though Vlad wanted to just move on. 👏🏼👏🏼 Yeah VeeLad, you wanna appeal to a black audience and some of us wanna hear that.

[@RamonExtraordinaire1]

That's right! You peeped that too, huh?

[@drjones694]

I love Isaiah Washington I didn't know anything about him but saw him everywhere Amazing brotha so glad you did this interview with him he's had an amazing career I'm learning so much about him and behind the scenes wow

[@StewieArt89]

Very admirable. Very well read and articulated. I'm Jamaican, and I just learned the whole back story of our dreadlocks.

[@charlesbecoat3090]

Great interview and reflection on a great acting career with principles.

[@romeod7549]

Nahhh..... good actor. Great.....Nahhh

[@cupcakes7015]

Right ✅ 10/14/2022

[@billionaire33]

I lovvvvvvvvvvve Mr. Washington. This is how a black man should be. Lovvvvvvvvvvve this interview!!!!!!

[@davidcoleman9317]

Mr Washington has always been one of my favorite Actors in Hollywood. I learn something everytime he speaks. Thank you Sir..

[@KontryBoy706]

Dude is brilliant and talented.

[@ahleebobba]

He just reads. Books. A lot of people don’t.

[@jeremyblackwater439]

That’s a lot of punctuation

[@BLACK_MikeHammer]

@@jeremyblackwater439 😂😂😂

[@sallieocampo8468]

I graduated with him in high school. He was a great football player and respectable person. God bless you Mr. Washington.

[@mrsx7944]

He's sexy.

[@JOHNROBERTCRUZ]

Isaiah Washington is a Great Actor ... Totally Underappreciated ... Very capable of being a lead actor in an Oscar winning movie performance... NO DOUBT ABOUT IT !

[@thurgooddukes7381]

Absolutely enjoyed watching him when he played in "Grey's Anatomy "!

[@americanbeauty171]

That's when the problems started. Blackballing

[@jeanetteterry9386]

I am grateful and thankful for this interview of the wonderful charming Isiah Washington. I have always been a fan of his especially since watching him on the big screen. When he portrayed a character of a preacher in the the movie The Under- Shepard I nearly was at a loss for words He seemed so treacherous and believable. I was late to the party of Grey's Anatomy. I came across a season with his character on DVD at the video store. I had to have and watch his character on all of the following seasons. In my opinion he was the best character however the love interest was so complicated. I would love to see more content and film with him. Love your body of work. He was in Always Out Numbered with Lawrence Fishburn. He was great in that movie as well. I will be waiting and watching for his projects. Thank you.

[@dirty505]

Vlad plz make Isaiah a regular guest I’m begging u playa he dropping hidden gems like Tk

[@ruggedroots1]

That won't be happening. Isaiah is too enlightened and not going to sit there regularly and discuss toxic shit

[@scottmayle1955]

"You're going to see one today" much respect

[@chrisnunn931]

🤣 that was funny

[@user-lb3iu2gr3i]

THANKS FOR WATCHING AND COMMENTING TEXT THE NUMBER ABOVE YOU HAVE WON A PRIZE 🎊🎁🎁!

[@jeffbandy7065]

All I know is that every time this guy was on screen, I paid attention. He's FAR too talented to be kept from working for being "difficult" for standing up for himself. Stand for something or fall for everything was a lesson I was taught when I was young. I commend him for doing just that. Much love and respect for this guy!

[@mrspeaker89]

Glad he checked Vlad on the "dreadlocks" term. I correct people every time, even family when they call my LOCS dreads, there's nothing dreadful about my hair

[@bluecollar825]

plus the important distinction that "dread"locs are actually earned through a long and rigorous process that requires dedication. The "African"locs you speak of can be attained with a weekend at the salon.

[@rucianapollard7098]

I was totally unaware of the proper name for the locs. Everybody refers to locs as "dread locs". Thanks for the info

[@claricedukes2014]

They fear everything about us, even our hair. "The dreadlocks hairstyle first appeared in Jamaica during post emancipation. It was a means of defiance for ex-slaves to rebel against Euro-centrism that was forced on them."

[@bluecollar825]

@@claricedukes2014 lmfao!!! Y'all really are just so far gone from reality smh. I may fear a gang of rastas with natty dreads but aint nobody, and I mean nobody, afraid of a wannabe that had they hair twisted up at the salon lol. This is one of the funniest comments I've ever seen!!!

[@RamonExtraordinaire1]

Preach! Facts!

[@williamstone1536]

Amazing. Simply amazing. I was literally spellbound listening to this clip. Godspeed Isaiah Washington!

[@Desertoasisstudios]

Isaiah Washington speaking facts !!👍👍👍👍

[@user-lb3iu2gr3i]

THANKS FOR WATCHING AND COMMENTING TEXT THE NUMBER ABOVE YOU HAVE WON A PRIZE 🎊🎁🎁!!!!

[@pernellhaynesworth1212]

20 minute clips Vlad 😮🎯💯💸

[@Iron2468]

Mr. Washington was immaculate in "Love Jones" 🙏

[@MarlonG45]

One of the G.O.A.T.S hope to see him soon in new films! ✊🏿

[@jasontisdale4802]

This is by far the best interview vlad ever had

[@jermarkham5114]

This is an amazing interview I always lives Isaiah Washington as an actor but man he is a super funny and intelligent dude this is by far one of my favourite interviews

[@tonyslice7279]

I really never thought of that, Living Single was the Blue print for friends. Wow

[@shawncain882]

I'm Black and I'm sick of seeing Black folks twisting themselves into a pretzel trying to explain some ass backwards logic to justify why we can use the N-word in a non racial manner amongst ourselves, but have a problem when other races want to use it in that same non racial meaning, as slang amongst their friends, repeating song lyrics or entertainment material, etc.. We use the word loosely socially and liter it in our music/entertainment, but have a hissy fit when other races question us about it, when we're the ones primarily keeping the word alive, smh

[@TheFreshSoundsFlorida]

💯💯 Well said.

[@dinkyboss]

It’s very delusional but that’s exactly why I didn’t engage with that conversation anymore.

[@jaren2159]

Your not Black

[@showkingsent]

This guy is an amazing orator.

[@DatDamnNatashaa]

This man is amazing!!! He is a prolific actor and has a commanding presence. I love the trajectory of his career and the body of work he has created. Love this man! Hated when he left Grey's Anatomy.

[@klowenstein483]

This gentleman is a real Sir.

[@Djtwizz1981]

I remember him in OUT Of Sight alongside Viola Davis..his parts were small but so incredible. He definitely needs more roles

[@potofgoldseeker4248]

He's so handsome and poised. Definitely reminds me of some of my college professors

[@fabianmaryanowski2252]

I know him from The 100 and nothing else. He was one of the few that impressed preior to season 3 when the show got kinda good. Interesting guy!

[@reggiefurlow1]

Man went deep on the dreadlocks 🤯💪🏿

[@Quoteablemoments]

Love Jones would not be the same without Isaiah as Savaugn. He played the hell out of the character. Everybody jumping diving into love. Somebody PLEASE tell me how to stay in love !!

[@RamonExtraordinaire1]

That statement is still true to this day!

[@donjuan2621]

I hope this interview brings this brother back

[@KennyRodgers930]

Representing us Warrior Poets 💪🏾

[@charcole8418]

His “locs” gave him character in Love Jones . I looked at that film as a neo soul vibe.

[@americanbeauty171]

Agreed!

[@Kurosawa3]

Worked with IW on Crooklyn. Been rooting for him ever since. Check out his underrated film, Blue Caprice.

[@thesbianbeauty]

He has always been one of my favorite actors. He is the true definition of a skilled actor and always understands the assignment.

[@pipkinsdb]

I would love to see a crossover episode where the Living Single cast met up with the Friends cast. That would be wild.

[@gigigiseleworld]

🌑🤣🖤😅🤎😂💛🤣

[@TheFreshSoundsFlorida]

That would be one for the books for sure. It would be very interesting and fun to see

[@jaimesmith2266]

Facts i never thought of that that would be epic.

[@davidstrong8638]

Strong Blackman my brother love always!!🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿🤙🏿🤙🏿❤❤❤❤❤

[@pernellhaynesworth1212]

There’s a new definition for this movie bullworth💯🐐🙏🏽🍿🎥🎬📼

[@lilsnoopp6268]

it's so many hidden gems, and this dude is ☝️ of dem

[@definedbygreatness]

Great interview so far. Love it. Far too long people stereotyped Isaiah without a fairness of hearing his side.

[@muvamekaspeaks]

I loved him in Love Jones one of his best characters ❤❤❤

[@datboycotvdotcom9593]

He kinda went hard in Romeo must die as well, he should of got more credit for that role

[@LS-vi4bu]

So did I. The Dred/African were perfect for him in that role!

[@muvamekaspeaks]

Absolutely it fit the character especially being from Chicago

[@kevin084life]

1:57 - 2:46 Never knew that about ‘dreadlocks’ and why they call it that

[@lovenotes5299]

The rasta's with the dreadlocks were the deadliest warriors

[@jackiecrisco3439]

Always liked his acting, some really great movies. Talented and smart

[@snowbear163]

Exit Wounds and Romeo Must Die. Classics.

[@savtrill333]

I just found a different respect for this man! That's how every black man needs to carry himself in my opinion!!

[@mr.q6162]

Loved the locks explanation..glad to hear someone say it other then myself

[@dionblake1295]

Very intelligent man who stands on his principles n knocked down barriers 4 others. Seen his face in 2 many movies 2 recall all of them n Tell-a-lie vision

[@crystalroe5719]

A living single came out in 1993 and friends came out in 1994.

[@WattsUpTez10mm]

Classically trained actor

[@ladyt_ismyname6643]

Savon: "Show me ya wallet, cuz it got to be bad mafucka on it..." Savon: "Those with profound insights on life know not to get married, and those that do know that marriage is what you make it." Eddie: "Well damn" My favorite lines in Love Jones

[@SHAMONDAEREACTS2]

One of my favorite actors I’m glad he’s getting a real change to say his piece on things.

[@orlandojones8066]

Brother is aging gracefully 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@MrKDubya21]

Yeah he is

[@hmore4395]

Much respect for the Brother .Didn't know he was this deep.

[@FROBEATS2011]

you never know a person story...I love what he did in Hollywood...he changed a few things in Hollywood...I love it

[@PhD_NMD]

You're so right, Isaiah. A person is not difficult for saying 'no' to whats wrong; the person who's difficult is who tries to make someone do what's not right not just not legal not ethical (who's disrespecting you). 💪🏾💯✊🏾

[@mbrennan7517]

Another fantastic interview on the channel.

[@TheGamingHarbinger]

Damn….that was a hell of a story. This man has done things other actors wouldn’t dare to do.

[@elfredawright]

Thank you Mr. Washington for explaining the reason for the Rastaman's locs.

[@claudiusdelo4106]

Isaiah Washington! One of my favourite african american actors.💪

[@allworldentertainment6782]

Great Story !! Isiah is one of a kind.

[@user-lb3iu2gr3i]

THANKS FOR WATCHING AND COMMENTING TEXT THE NUMBER ABOVE YOU HAVE WON A PRIZE 🎊🎁🎁!!

[@lbjones9030]

This one up for interview of the year main✊🏿

[@orlandojohnson5742]

A seasoned actor! Always loved the movie he did with Stephen Segal & Michael J White! I agree with what he had a problem with on a show…. but sometimes it’s better to jus collect your money & deal with if another way! It’s hilarious thinking about it & how he handled it! I felt where he was coming from! He’ll be ok! Jus keep being You my man 🤠👌👍🏽

[@MECHEFKEE]

Love your stand brother🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@flyguy7825]

He said a lot of things in this part number one he does have a point with the hair specifically black folks hair whether it's in Hollywood are just basically in the workplace I think a lot of people are over it now because I wear my hair is natural and freely as I want.I didn't find Isaiah Washington or didn't hear of him being difficult until he was on Greg's anatomy and that whole scandal he had with calling one of his costars the F word and then that's where his reputation in my opinion really started to become toxic.Bulworth the movie he was in was actually not a bad movie I didn't really get the political satire I thought it was a little all over the place but the core of the movie was about the hood And how certain people and society looked at black folks back in the early to late 90s

[@biggmonie]

I felt that his hair really added to the character. I thought he grew it out "for" the role! How ironic!🤣🤣

[@hannibal6173]

Brilliant 👏🏽 Brotha! Salute !

[@RickymfP]

“Well you gone see one today” 😂 😂

[@ahleebobba]

Living Single - 1993 Friends - 1994 I personally have never watched an episode of Friends I will say this: no idea is new under the sun

[@rahsaanthomas7030]

I watched only one episode of Friends while I was at a girl's apartment, trying to get some. It worked 😃.

[@MR.BRODYMAN]

I heard it's the same with Martin and Seinfeld. And that Seinfeld was kept on for several years with bad viewing numbers until it finally caught on.

[@nicolenunya984]

I watched both shows and friends definitely was a copy of living single. They didn’t even change most of the set up except that there was 4 girls and 2 guys vs 3 guys and 3 girls.

[@jettvision933]

When you cough in the library @1:31 😂😂😂

[@leonardonocapreo4876]

😂

[@_Tahmar]

I’m just realizing homie is one of my favorite actors ever. He was in mad classics!

[@CarlosLopez-md1ei]

Learned more about Bulworth in one clip than over 25 yrs

[@MaurandisDaRadusFilms]

Same here 💯

[@chinoejio]

This man's sarcasm is something 😆

[@terrisl.edwards2743]

DITTO!

[@anthonyhilton1709]

Brilliant just listening to the story about the 🔫 gun had me on the edge of my seat. I've been watching his work and his characters and his demeanor always gave me the impression he demanded respect. A person people looked up to.

[@ailonivukna3685]

OMG!!!! Isiah Washington. I love you. You were amazing as Dr. Beck in Grey's Anatomy. I was so furious when they kicked you out. I still haven't forgiven Shonda Rhymes.

[@KING0420]

My dude rocking the hat. Carry on playa

[@Independent365]

THIS is the clip weve been waiting for LOL...

[@user-lb3iu2gr3i]

THANKS FOR WATCHING AND COMMENTING TEXT THE NUMBER ABOVE YOU HAVE WON A PRIZE 🎊🎁🎁!

[@peggyscott2180]

He is one of the sexiest, most gorgeous Black man on the planet!

[@Therealisback100]

Great story. Big fan of Isaiah’s.

[@bigraychills8295]

His face expression is like your answer wrong but he responds saying ur correct

[@digitallhm8160]

Vlad thinks he's slick. It's not a rumor, the producer for Friends produced Living Single and said took.the concept of Living Single to create Friends.