Wardrobe Stylist interview-Cosmo

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Cosmo, a wardrobe stylist in Los Angeles. / @queenofmelrose .
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[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Thank you Mark ,,who would of thunk,, the universe would put us tageha,,,🚬 Hopefully my story can inspire uthuzz,,, ♥️

[@nhlibra]

Good morning. 5 mins in, just getting started 👍

[@craigslist6988]

👋 @SoftWhiteUnderbelly will find and pin eventually

[@anders9646]

Are you trans or a Eskimo Rockstar?

[@katmadison7607]

Congratulations on your 8 years of sobriety!! Keep up the great work. 12 years sober here. Cocaine was a helluva drug for me..

[@jamievackicev4905]

Loving that style! Also very nice for anyone to share about one's life.

[@juanita_piju]

I love humans who are so irreverently and genuinely themselves it is so refreshing.

[@bronwynmcmillan3954]

Right???? My favourite people

[@Igbogadi]

Yes! 🎉 It makes life so much more interesting. It would be so boring if we were all alike & the same.

[@sweetcaroline7107]

Wish we could all be like this

[@oceanlawnlove8109]

Boring people always love us because when they with us they don't need to have a personality

[@destinyk3612]

Yes!!!!!

[@problematique9389]

"The meatballs wind up being burnt." GIRL THAT WAS SO DEEP. i am so obsessed with Cosmo

[@virginiachiuccarello4708]

Iykyk!

[@JessDAblessed710]

Coming from an Italian that was subtle eloquence on a whole Nother level .

[@mareai1412]

That’s a man

[@problematique9389]

@@mareai1412 you must not be very well versed with nuance. We are all aware that Cosmo is a man. "Girl" is a colloquialism used in the gay community. Grow up.

[@atlf3357]

I’m confused, what does that mean

[@tashibalampkin8555]

4:22 - 4:44 I love how the meatballs being brunt is a pivotal point in the story.

[@jaretludvik2210]

it's also such a perfect analogy for how the family was dysfunctional and important things the family should do for one another wasn't happening or being attended to - the Italian family whose stereotypically all about their pasta, is letting their meatballs burn

[@tashibalampkin8555]

​@@jaretludvik2210You make excellent points.

[@freebyrd-shan]

Cosmo's voice reminds me of Big ANG. Most importantly he is very clean , thriving and happy. Such a great interview. It's like I would want to know Cosmo. I have never had addiction issues for such a bottom but his mind set is so spot on with believing all will always be okay. He comes back and builds even more.

[@mesomeone8684]

Yes! I miss Big Ang!!! ❤

[@whateverheather655]

100%

[@feleciaclemons5074]

Yes! Big Ang! Loved her. Love this Guy. I saw him a few days ago for the first time talking about the Madonna concert parking. Cracked me up.

[@pauljones8218]

who is big ang tell me please coz i really do not know

[@whateverheather655]

@@pauljones8218 she used to be on a showcased Mob wives . I believe that was the name . But she passed away a few years ago to cancer

[@TSZDM2024]

I know Cosmo personally, I worked as a stylist for him for 12 years, Melrose was what fed me for all of my 20's Cosmo taught me how to sell and helped me get sober the first time.

[@courtneyriley185]

The first time?i hope there wasn't a second

[@lynnehuff7059]

That is so cool 😎

[@danameeh1568]

Amazing

[@DaddyBeetle]

how historical

[@irgski]

“He” claims to be a “She”…

[@guyunderwood2297]

"Where are you from" to the person with the most NYC accent of all time is so funny

[@Raquel-mb7uw]

you know you know ny when your family sounds like this lmao

[@kerensa7349]

I was cracking up like you couldn't tell😂😂😂

[@kerensa7349]

And the animal print

[@soullooker]

And when she said it she sounded all proper lol.

[@thankor]

Glad to see Tim Dillon on your pod mark

[@1FlyJediGuy]

I’m officially obsessed with this icon. Give the queen a show. We’re tired of Kim!

[@lisabever2115]

Who is Kim?

[@christianflores2240]

keep Kim out of this

[@a_new_life_41]

"Do esteemable acts and you will have self-esteem." Really beautiful. Thank you Cosmo.

[@Ronnie20239]

I use to say this to my daughter ❤. She died of a brain tumor at 29 years old

[@JadeLeaf1980]

I didn’t want this interview to end. I could listen to cosmo for hours and hours.

[@user-pv1jv3ji4f]

Same!!

[@thevimonsterinyourcloset]

Same!!!

[@melaniehc53]

go to search bar Queen of Melrose!

[@sooofunny37]

same here-and our lives and upbringing could not be more different. I was raised by a single-mother/hippie in a trailer park in FL, joined the US Army@18, then went straight to college.

[@friskysoftpaws2412]

Seriously!!! Their charisma has me in awe. Such a beautifully strong person

[@gemini36B]

I would like her to read an audio book 😂 idk why raspy voices are comforting to me !!

[@terrikamccoy650]

It reminds me of being little.❤

[@Bianxaaa]

I agree

[@allysapper]

Cosmo gives Big Ang energy and it honestly brings me so much immense joy.

[@keekers7310]

“I found a god that loves me” is SO profound, I had to pause the video and think on that for a moment. You have such a beautiful & wise soul, Cosmo!!

[@alisonj9533]

God is love

[@priscillafuentes8663]

Most definitely, God is ❤. He just hates the SIN.

[@bethewalt7385]

FYI, that's old tried and true AA, 12 steps wisdom, I'm glad it spoke to you but there's literally 100's of thousands of us that know and believe this adage, we're old😂😂😂Cosmo and I are the same generation, anyway, that's good that you realize your God can be anyway you want, loving & kind included❤❤

[@mad9023]

Absolutely Cosmo 💜✝️ Clearly she has a taste of sobriety which ONLY comes from her God ✝️

[@kerstinfontaine7941]

This was the most amazing story, thank you for sharing your experience, strength, and hope Cosmo! I’m 34, and celebrated 3 years of continuous sobriety in January. You can tell that you truly live this program and practice these principles in your daily affairs. You’re an amazing source of inspiration and a fantastic storyteller. Thank you ❤🙏

[@Stolimel]

He needs to write a book. This story needs to be documented in detail.

[@Jazzy.girl.Sarah2023]

Yes! I'll buy that book!!

[@sooofunny37]

i want the movie. what actress should play him?

[@Jazzy.girl.Sarah2023]

@@sooofunny37 Melissa McCarthy maybe? She has a similar energy and humorous character.

[@sooofunny37]

@@Jazzy.girl.Sarah2023 perfect

[@elizabethzeeman-atkinson2395]

@@Jazzy.girl.Sarah2023absolutely not lmaooo

[@nathalieleeds1117]

“She wanted to do an exorcism on me” just casually throwing that out 😂

[@jlenny9666]

I found myself completely lost and in awe during this. It didn’t even feel like an interview; it was just a beautiful memoir. Thank you, Cosmo. What an amazing and inspiring story. 💕

[@SaintBloodyUnlikely]

Yes it was like a one- man show which was strangely spellbinding. He's basically a magician of communication. It reminds me of Charles Nelson Reilly's one-man show.

[@ericaclum8784]

I used to shop at Cosmo’s store to dress my clients, what a sweet, kind & genuine person. ❤

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Hiii Darling! Stop by! 😘

[@ericaclum8784]

@@QUEENOFMELROSE I moved to tucson!!!! next time I am in town, I will 💕

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Thank you love ❤👠

[@auntemmyd1604]

@@QUEENOFMELROSE I am so enamored by you! I only wish I could wear stuff from your store! I’m from and live in Baltimore City MD. And of course I partied to hardy and now I’m paying for it at almost 40 now. I’m trying to figure things out but we shall see what the future holds! Gotta stay positive ❤ I’ve never been anywhere near the west coast lol! Maybe one day! If I ever get there I’m coming to your store and staying all day lol❤❤❤❤❤

[@rnkim2564]

so glad you got sober and got your life together❤ what a waste it would have been to let such a beautiful life be destroyed with drugs

[@IWantToBeAbleTO]

Currently I am 70 days sober and greeter at a meeting. This interview is a great reminder to stick to the programme and keep doing service.

[@tommy.unfiltered]

Great job Before you know it it will be seven hundred days

[@carolseven3802]

Please keep us updated on your progress!!

[@im_agine852]

You rock!!!

[@redshoefive3234]

Congratulations!!

[@Conversus]

Keep going!

[@iv-500]

This is definitely one of my favorite interviews. I could listen to Comso for hours.

[@lightblue5559]

Agreed 30 seconds in 😂

[@maryfrancesbeckerhaggerty5353]

Agree

[@jaybenpodcast]

Agree

[@huntakilla1234]

Congratulations on 8 years sobriety, Cosmo. You should be proud of yourself. Keep fighting, and don't let the meatballs burn again :)

[@hydraflora1342]

I met Cosmo back in the late 90's when I thought I wanted to be a wardrobe stylist. It was just once when I was shopping at one of his stores and he swooped in and was just very helpful, he was so nice to me in an industry where a lot of people aren't. From what I remember he had about 3 stores on Melrose and he showed me around each one. He was a great guy and I'm glad he's doing well.

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Awwwwww! ❤

[@keithmccracken5557]

Doing well???

[@Dan4x2282]

Sounds like an absolute sweet heart !

[@danielleburke87]

​@keithmccracken5557 he's alive isn't he

[@shawnalynn5198]

​@@keithmccracken5557 what's that supposed to mean lol he's sober and a celebrity stylist, how is he not doing well....

[@soireegreave]

I found Cosmo through a video on twitter of him talking about a Madonna concert a few days ago and how the parking was so far and I absolutely LOVED his presence and energy. Then to watch Rebecca's story and get to see Cosmo again felt like some sort of blessing to me and now I get to hear this story of resilience and glamour and everything in between and I think I really needed to hear that. I hope that maybe someday life will afford me an opportunity to meet Cosmo and tell him how much of a delight they are. Thank you for being a star.

[@kaiazion5351]

Me too! I'm from Australia 🇦🇺 this story is so interesting and inspirational.

[@gracenyo9859]

sameee

[@jamierosezappolo319]

Beautifully put👍💛

[@Elainna888]

I saw that video also now I found this one. Very cool

[@mtsjungles]

You are bloody brilliant 😻😘

[@MinkSinatra]

THIS MY STYLIST AND FRIEND IM BEYOND PROUD.

[@LiaLatchkey-1231]

Awww love this! Clearly yall are wonderful humans 🤍

[@rachaelglynn158]

Sooooo lucky to have Cosmo as your friend. I would love to chat to him, sooooo warm and super interesting. ❤❤❤

[@afterthestorm221]

The gift of sobriety is incredible to receive and a blessing to pass on.

[@joshboy7288]

I knew Cosmo back in the Flasher (it was a store) days. I would buy something at least once a month from him and would bring anyone who came out of town to visit me to get dressed by him. He is one of the sweetest people you’ll ever meet. I even remember smoking cigs in the store with him and would prance around pretending I worked for him. My parents even met him (I was like 18 years old). Seeing this really made me happy and I’m so proud of all of his success and accomplishments with still being The Queen of Melrose and with sobriety! ❤❤❤

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

This store still smells like ash Wednesday ,,,, lol come by ,❤

[@N0p1tyN0peN0pe]

That’s the indicator of bad times, the meatballs got burnt😂❤️

[@dorothyjakab8285]

Just a wonderful line ❤

[@misstiffany614]

😂

[@katjaxxx7353]

i laughed so hard

[@taintedlove202]

What an epic line

[@jeannetteross5352]

I love it! It's always about the food!

[@tiffany.Elizabeth.]

Anyone here after her H3 interview?

[@endo_kun_da]

Paused the pod to watch this first ;D

[@kaystackz]

so we move to LA

[@hugocruz1889]

my father gets a job at the palm restaurant

[@user-zq2ns7hl3b]

crying i came from stan twitter too 😭😭😭

[@mymomsaidicantgo]

Cut to we move to la

[@katloranger8300]

Cosmo is the best story teller I’ve heard on this channel. Absolutely fascinating and beautiful story. Love Cosmo’s personality. Could’ve listened to a 5 hour episode of this

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Thank you for the best compliment ever,,,,, ❤

[@kimkjrulff1731]

@@QUEENOFMELROSEHi from Denmark ! Thank you for sharing your story ❤

[@colemacedo-phillips5768]

Same! Fabulous storyteller.❤

[@ashleymyers3100]

Same! You can tell Cosmo is genuine, funny, sweet, charming. ❤ such a fun personality 😊

[@klun4215]

I could listen to him everyday too

[@atis9061]

I remember Cosmo at Astor! He used to cut my hair. It took me awhile to connect the dots from the distant past like ‘how do I know this guy?’ I’m so glad he’s doing better and thriving! It’s obvious what a lovely soul he is.

[@dawnwheeler2649]

I still get my hair cut at Astor. About 40 years now! Same guy too!

[@jessicachristine310]

Did he used to have blonde dreadlocks ?

[@maryreyes546]

I love Astor's I went there for years. I probably saw him there & just don't recall right now.

[@LittleKiva]

Love Cosmo, could listen for hours such a good story teller.

[@Fantapants444]

Love Cosmo. She does have that ✨ magic ✨ about her. Her kindness and empathy for others is beautiful to see. Also, girl you need to write an autobiography! All the best 🧡

[@mareai1412]

It’s a man

[@NeiFirstKilla]

Probably the most interesting person I’ve ever listened to.

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

I meaaaannn ,,,, 😘 I got it from my mama!!

[@samastell1797]

31:31 ​@QUEENOFMELROSE can we get a movie of your life made please 🙏

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

@@samastell1797 I have a lil KZbin channel ♥️ and yes we are working on that ,,,,

[@Jazzy.girl.Sarah2023]

Cosmo you're the best♡♡♡♡♡ Happy for you.

[@SaintBloodyUnlikely]

​@@QUEENOFMELROSE Here Cosmo is spellbinding and mesmerizing. It was more like a one-man show than an interview and C truly is a brilliant magician of communication. It reminded me of the brilliant comedian Charles Nelson Reilly's one-man show on KZbin, Life of Reilly.

[@camdenluscinski7515]

Why is it always the interviews I think I won’t enjoy, that I love the most? Awesome awesome talk Cosmo!

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Thank you!

[@spritegirl5386]

I know what you mean. I loved this interview

[@jessilynn4952]

God. The universe. Magic. Call it what you want, but that's what it is!

[@jessilynn4952]

I also agree. I clicked on it thinking there's probably nothing in here for me and it literally spoke to my soul! Cosmo/Kosmo (sorry if I misspelled baby) Thank you so much!

[@maryfrancesbeckerhaggerty5353]

Right? Lol

[@dioneypintor3998]

Her and Big Ang would have the best conversations and the biggest laughs.

[@danielmosqueda2462]

The director of this series does such an amazing job at allowing his subjects to share their stories, their lives and most importantly their lessons . This is some of the most beautiful and powerful story telling on the Internet and we’re lucky to have them .

[@lisajunebuscaglia3510]

I'm on day 3. Today was tough. Your interview has lifted me up and I feel hopeful. Wish we could sit down and have a coffee and dessert...chit chat. I could listen to your stories, wisdom and humor all day. Fabulous. Thank you Cosmo. Thank you Mark.

[@alfredbonnabel7022]

You can do it. Please, get rid of the places, people and things that will take you out. God bless. 🙏

[@ellohooman3244]

Thinking of you! One day at a time. ❤

[@nancysullivannau4950]

KEEP GOING!!

[@Tenacious1952]

Good luck and blessings to you.

[@WitchyLou]

Sending love @lisajunebuscaglia !

[@angelvee5093]

“I can either be in fear or I can be in faith” -Cosmo ❤️ I love you Cosmo thank you for sharing your story. You’re an exemplary human. ❤️

[@nancyharkey1221]

A profound statement for all of us❤ Thank you dear Cosmo❤

[@marcovela4074]

This is going viral on twitter 😂😂

[@DjTheDon614]

And tiktok

[@roby72s]

Cosmo's interview is very inspiring. I am currently working with a therapist do deal with depression and anxiety. I do not experience issue with drink or drugs, but getting through my first 20 years of my life, facing all the abuses you can think of, can have a devastating effect on your life. I am now almost 49 years old. I hope I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

[@littlewhitecult]

I hope you get to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Good on you for going to therapy thats awesome. jonny x

[@user-si4op5us2m]

🤩🤩🤩🥰🥰🥰😇😇😇

[@shannonlewis2716]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Von2968]

I wish that for you too. 🫂

[@roby72s]

@@Von2968 Thank you

[@mzm2644]

This was probably one of my favourite interviews Mark. It was perfect. This life story could easily become a book, audio book. Sending lots of LOVE

[@user-ej5cu4tm1g]

Ok saw the title to this interview. Passed on a few time but went for my walk and was like let give this a quick listen. It was a great interview! Was extremely surprised and wanted the interview to continue. Hope to see another video with an update with cosmo. Another great interview mark!

[@josieburdorff7833]

I agree I can't imagine the stories the beautiful soul could tell we only got a hour ⭐⭐⭐

[@bessiebessie3480]

You are a panick

[@bessiebessie3480]

Panic

[@m1sfit_l0v3]

It is a privilege to have someone with such intense flair, style and taste speak like this. Feel lucky to be watching this. Thanks Mark

[@jeannetteross5352]

thank you Cosmo!

[@kimc2357]

Shout out to the person who posted the short clip in a meme and someone coming through with the full link. Cosmo, what a wonderful life story with a lot of Gems and Messages, that everyone can use. Wishing you more years in your sober life!

[@leverpress_]

Her story and journey with sobriety is so touching 💚💚 such a beautiful soul

[@JessieRenaud]

Oh Cosmo! I didn’t know how much I needed to hear your story. My sober date is 12/22/23 & have been tried. Then you said you “surrendered” & I felt the higher power in my heart. I surrendered again, for we are worthy of love and joy and a sober life. Thank you gorgeous!! ❤

[@alexkenley1]

I like it when Mark just kicks them off and lets them tell thier story. Its easier to become immersed in it

[@destinyk3612]

This was a great interview. Cosmo’s energy is larger than life. So lovable. Glad she was able to get sober.

[@kansasklicks]

A dear friend recommended to stop by and see Cosmo. Cosmo had no idea the sadness that was within me. I was welcomed with open arms and she treated me so special. Dressing in her fabulous clothes, all the compliments and laughter were wonderful. I believe Cosmo sensed that I needed some joy in my life. She even got my husband to dress up. It was a day that I will never forget. Cosmo you are one of a kind and please don’t ever change. Love you lots and thank you for being my friend.

[@candaceewell9582]

I want to thank Cosmo and the whole crew for being so sweet to Rebecca! I just watched the episode! Rebecca really needs to be in a regular environment and get a BREAK! It’s what will help the most in my opinion! Rebecca was so happy!!!

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Awww thank you love 😘😘,,,,,

[@Frankie33828]

Rebecca is a very sick person not right in the head he would never fit into any kind of situation @

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

@@QUEENOFMELROSE. Yes, it was such a joy to see. Rebecca dearly needs people who understand and appreciate her. I can’t imagine a better welcome to the world of sobriety and sisterhood than the one you gave her! ❤👑

[@chiarapazzi-wi4ye]

Cosmo is extravagante , artistic, smart and made a name for her self.❤4 real She was just good hearted with a rebecca who is a lill bit to entitteled,if you ask me. who wants a rebecca in the shop,when she is only intetested in herself. Maybe thats the biggest issue

[@sassynfree884]

@@chiarapazzi-wi4yenarcissism is a symptom of Rebecca’s illnesses. There’s hope😉

[@sdelp077]

Saw Cosmo on the H3 Podcast and now here I am! Can't get enough Cosmo!

[@Thenettis]

Addiction is no joke what a story, thank you for sharing 🙏🏽🥺

[@levihl0]

This is one of my favorite people now. Just saw how warm he was to Rebecca in his store and treated her like royalty. Cosmo is seriously so animated and boisterous while also so humble and empathetic, him and his business partner seem like really good people, glad they’ve found success in their industry.

[@jessicajalbert3262]

*she

[@levihl0]

@@jessicajalbert3262 Actually he goes by he, a little bigoted of you to assume don’t you think? 😄 But nice try Jessica.

[@jessicajalbert3262]

@@levihl0 she literally says she is the girl twin in the beginning of the ep but ok

[@levihl0]

@@jessicajalbert3262 yeah, ever think he might be saying based on I don’t know, his sexuality and personality? If you had watched the video of Rebecca in their store in its entirety we wouldn’t be going back and forth.

[@jessicajalbert3262]

@@levihl0 did you see her recent tiktok? She said she or they! Who is the bigot now, dick

[@RadRedhead222]

Love this interview! Could listen to Cosmo talk for hours! So happy to hear 8 years clean & serene! Congratulations! Wasn't there someone else on this channel who spoke about working for Cosmo?

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Yes, it was Brandon! Thank you love ❤,,,

[@lindajoan1234]

Humility and servitude… two amazing human beings… living life… touching others.

[@kristalrose8750]

✨Cosmo 💫 Truly the Queen of Melrose 👑 I have such a big smile seeing your face and all the Melrose memories. Blessed to have played in your store and sometimes get you in my salon chair at the Buz Stop 2014-2019 ish. Thank you for always pouring out so much love and light. You truly are a Star ⭐. And big xo's to your brother. Xo

[@zon8523]

"surrendering" this is what Rebecca's blueprint should include in her sobriety journey. Thanks for sharing Cosmo. Great story. Much love!!!

[@alisonhammond4662]

Cosmo could be Rebecca's saviour..Cosmo has enough strength and brains that she might even listen

[@whiteyfisk9769]

This dude is crazier than Rebecca, and hes absolutely insane.

[@Kementiri]

If you don't have anything nice to say then don't say anything. You must be one of those keyboard warriors. @@whiteyfisk9769

[@yeny7194]

Alison, I just thought thought the same thing ! 😅

[@Ipleadthefifth]

Agree💯💯

[@katjaxxx7353]

no, she has to want to do it, no one else can be her savior, I've leant it the hard way

[@elizabethp.5054]

His honesty is disarming, it completely draws you in. The voice the hair and the provenance...fabulous.

[@michelleadamcik491]

Such a fascinating interview, I could listen to Cosmo forever. The raw honesty in what Cosmo was saying was really thought provoking.

[@juju.bean3435]

Amazing! I hung on every word. What a testimony. Service, meetings, the people you surround yourself with...so important. You're fabulous Cosmo!

[@RJB1980]

Beautiful interview. I came here from the latest Rebecca video in Cosmo's shop. What an inspiring soul.

[@user-cc7fd5te7x]

So did I loved the Rebecca video shopping in Cosmo Los Angeles

[@etnemelcnational5704]

Rebecca still feels young and I think she really needs to find herself more. I have watched her videos and she thinks that her youth is forever.Like a mantle. I hope she sober as soon as possible. I find her intelligent and she speaks well.

[@thesunwillcomeout2morrow]

i know you’re here cuz of twitter 4:07

[@ecifuentes55]

LMFOAOOOO

[@ecifuentes55]

Lore on brat:

[@Catlady8]

Tremendous amount of self-awareness he has. Really nice interview.

[@Kalatrobe]

Playwrites & novelists strive for decades to create 'talking heads' such as Cosmo. Inevitably, they can never be as perfect as this original, 100% experiential, first person narrative, complete with authentic costume, charisma, and casual, yet oh-so-deep conversation. You are a modern Chaucer, Mark, and your 'pilgrims' are easily as articulate as his Cantabrigians were, perhaps more so, as no interpretor is required, and you allow it all to be so fluent and vivid. It's an amazing privilege for any of us 'armchair travellers' to be able to access anything even half as authentic as this. Thank you so much for bringing real people and their experiences to us without interference, and with such understated aesthetic panache. All we need, and have ever needed, is the word from the experiencer's mouth. My other, longterm favourite is Frenchie by the way -- just *such* fun and intelligence -- but each and every one of your interviewees brings something incredibly significant to the meld. Am so glad Cosmo remains upbeat, and that things are going well for him. Thank you Mark for this incredible online chronicle of incarnations...it never ceases to fascinate and inspire. X

[@sacerrone]

Love this

[@irababystwo]

Such a positive,kind and unique person. Wish you all the best Cosmo ♥️♥️

[@user-bt6pw4qz7m]

This is probably one of my most favorite interviews. Cosmo was so easy to listen to and has such an interesting story. Love it!

[@TheAP717]

Thanks for having cosmo on. Life can be so hard and I’m happy he’s still here to tell his story.

[@nathaniel1143]

Life can be dark

[@Pixburgh_Patrick]

especially on the soft white underbelly@@nathaniel1143

[@towerofresonance4877]

​@@nathaniel1143more ways to die than to live

[@kengaroo5170]

Pamela Anderson hit the wall hard.

[@TruthHurtsSoGetAHelmet]

@@kengaroo5170 😂

[@Cspspack]

OMG I met Cosmo with a friend of mine 25+ years ago at his shop on Melrose. I was visiting from the east coast. My friend and I are both tall and skinny and he had so much fun dressing us up and we had tons of fun too!! His personality is so awesome I will never forget that one shopping experience!! I’m so happy to see him again and hear his story. Thanks Cosmo!

[@heatherschorphotography]

Same! He sold me the best jeans I ever had! I got so many compliments on that outfit, I'll never forget it!

[@KristenBillyJohnson-qz7rm]

I always look fwd to the "scroll of the still portrait" on all these interviews because I want to see their shoes. Like Forest Gump said,"Mama says you can tell a lot by a person's shoes". Cosmos didnt disapoint. I love that part!

[@CLocal5125]

Mark needs to interview more recovering addicts ❤ this man has a beautiful soul ❤️🙏❤️

[@sagat666]

He was great, honest and upfront

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

😘

[@Cotillion308]

You have to come back to tell more stories. You are a great storyteller. I need a ticket to Melrose.​@QUEENOFMELROSE

[@ahenen04]

Thank Cosmo for sharing your story! I hope this shines hope into the hearts of all addicts ❤

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Your lips to God's ears ,,,, ❤

[@DjTheDon614]

The Vodker on the table! Haha Paster on Sunday's!😂

[@Raven_Rozze]

Cosmo is inspiring! She is so open, honest and genuine and that is not a quality many seem to hold these days. I am going to meet this Queen one day. She feels like someone you've known forever, like a best friend to everyone.

[@Kimberly_K_]

So brutally honest !! How can you not fall for & appreciate his genuine self ❤

[@tashal6739]

This was such a great and refreshing interview. Because sometimes I need to take a break from this channel due to the fact that I work in social services and child welfare. It can really take a toll on me. But it was really nice to come back and see this interview. Thanks Mark and Cosmo.

[@sharonc614]

I instantly love this person!!! Gives me big Ange vibes. Especially once Cosmo mentioned the mafia. I feel like Cosmo and big Ange could be cousins!! 💜

[@lothelibra5606]

I saw Cosmo 💫 in a vid at a Madonna concert *YESTERDAY* …and i’m glad it brought me here 💯

[@awhite3677]

Cosmo your mannerisms remind me of My Step Mom, that raised me who passed away right when COVID hit. What a great story teller. My Birth Mother is sober and in my life, and I’m so greatful for her sobriety against crack. The best Glamma ever. That drug took so many Moms away from their kids and I’m glad y’all are back from Mars. Stay with us here..Godspeed Cosmo keep doing it ❤🎉

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Crack is wack and I am here to stay! ,,, 😘❤✨Thank you for you sweet comment,,,

[@ShannonG70]

I think I've seen all SWU videos, and this one might be the best. Top 10 for sure. Thanks all. I hope I'm this perfect at age 60.

[@MatthewMS.]

Cosmo is such an amazing character, should have a show

[@percibaltwinkus]

as a young trans guy who isolates myself and uuhh self-medicates too much, i really appreciate this. i feel like i've been realizing these things but haven't said them out loud to anybody. i want to do esteem-able acts and use my gifts. i want to break the generational curses of addiction and live a full life. you're a lovely person, Cosmo, and i'm so glad you're still with us!!!

[@nancyayotte2297]

Hello beautiful soul. I read your comment and it touched my heart. I can't imagine your struggles. You mentioned two things I related too and would like to share them with you. I'm old enough to be your grandmother or at least mother. I am a recovering trash can IV heroin cocaine addict. I was very bad and I lost everything most importantly I lost myself and I've never found myself again. I also isolate big time. I've come to realize isolating just let's me be able to do what I want and for me that's not good. There are so many things I wish I'd realized sooner and I wish I'd been able to love myself. One thing is I have faith in God and that gives me hope every day. The other thing is my sibling born female but identifies as male and I've watched him suffer in the wrong body his entire life because of shame and judgement. We grew up in the 60's and 70's and no one understood transgender then. I'm sad for both of us because we had a wonderful loving family but yet could not love ourselves as Cosmo said. I truly hope you find your happiness honey.

[@lauraabeysinghe9321]

You are just an amazing human. I need the book. I need the movie! Thank you for sharing your story with us. I wish you many, many years filled with love, health, and peace.

[@delesa08]

This is one of the best interviews yet!! Cosmo is my spirit animal ❤

[@seraphale]

What a lovely, natural storyteller. Riveting! Much success to you both (and the twin brother)! 😄

[@justinp4702]

I just know that Cosmo would give the BEST life advice about ANYTHING. I would love to meet this lovely soul ❤

[@MG-zu4st]

I, too, grew up in a chaotic Italian American "Good Fellas" household and in NYC in the 80s (I wonder if you cut my hair at Astor Place!?) and you described it perfectly. Sadly, lost lots of friends along the way, as well, and am so happy you and your brother made it to the other side. Thank you Cosmo. You're a star.

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

I was in a New York, Italian foster family with a similar history and still appreciate the culture so much! I’m Swedish, indigenous and Croatian American…basically, a mutt. My foster mother got into it for unconventional reasons. She wanted to help a child with similar experiences to what she had, in trouble and on the streets. They were amazing people and affectionate, even with grown children. I had never experienced that!

[@lasenoradealvarez6728]

I am already waiting for the next interview ✌🏼I could listen to him all day😅

[@dustyblue2ify]

Wow Cosmo you worked at Astro Place in NYC! My Hairstylist their was "Chopper" back in early 90's & gave me a Fab A-Symmetrical Hairstyle when I was an Assistant Buyer in the Dress Division for a Retail Company in Midtown. One of our US Retail Buyers who would fly in for fashion week~ "Cookie" (Never then did I know she was Magic Johnson Wife~til I left few yrs later). I remember her commenting me on my new hairstyle. Thanks Cosmo for bringing up the memory sweetie & sharing your life's journey~ Blessings

[@charleee787]

I’m sober in AA and this felt like a bonus meeting today. Really identified with the story and love the queen’s personality. Rock on

[@stellapivovarova5625]

I loved this guy from 1 second into the interview!❤❤ He had great things to talk about. Not to mention having the most well-conditioned hair in the universe.

[@debbiethompson8527]

Such a kind soul, the world needs more people like him.

[@emyrdaniela6037]

I resonate with his story so much. I never had drugs or alcohol affect my family but the religion, fathers love, loving myself and appreciating my own gifts really hit me. Thank you!

[@user-zi8yi7by8r]

Cosmo you are a gem! Your style is unique and fabulous but what really makes you a stand out is your personality and your storytelling. We could all take notes with the way that you and your team treated Rebecca with such dignity and kindness and just went with the flow. A True Queen. Wishing you much continued success!

[@vanessavarela3259]

Wow Cosmo! what a wise, colourful, authentic and fascinating human being you are! thanks for sharing your story and your service to those around you

[@juliet7193]

COSMO you are amazing!!! I love you and your story. I also am a friend of Bill W and it completely changed my life. Thank you for sharing your testimony. SURRENDER is the key.

[@user-mi5cm1cm2z]

👍💞

[@JW-ty4zf]

Friend as well. I felt like I was at a meeting. I was like where's my cookies and coffee?!? lol take care

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

@@JW-ty4zf. Me, too! Where do they have cookies? Count me in! ❤

[@JW-ty4zf]

Come to Chicago!! I know where the snacky meetings are!!!

[@carlenedutoit9134]

I could listen to Cosmo for days he is actually addictive to listen to. Good luck to you Cosmo you have a light inside your heart that touched me and made me feel better about myself ☀️

[@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!

[@Evowoman1]

Oh Cosmo, I love your story. You are a kind, HILARIOUS, gentle giant! Much love and respect my friend in faith.

[@jenniferlosoya9742]

Omg Cosmo! I just adore you. Could listen to him for hours. So glad he’s sober now. I will have three years on 4/10 ❤ life still is difficult- you have crap days because… life keeps happening- but much more manageable, clean/sober. Wouldn’t change it. I lost my dad three years ago to a fentanyl overdose. He never made it out 💔 it was one of the harshest wake up calls of my life but it was what got me to wake up and take control of my life back- what I have control over anyway, and taught me to leave the rest to a higher power. I hope Cosmos keeps on this journey too. He is so spot on when it comes to recovery. His story of experience, strength and hope was HUGE. Helping the newcomer, staying surrounded with others fighting the good fight, eliminating people in your life will be hard but necessary… I appreciated his accountability, acceptance… and the SURRENDER. This interview was *chefs kiss. I truly believe the addict/alcoholic HAS to hit their bottom to be ready to fully surrender. Some of us don’t make it and everyone’s bottom looks different. Sometimes it’s not as bad as others think it should be, sometimes it’s beyond terrible. Oh cosmos- you warmed my heart, brightened my day and added another flame to the ones beneath me that keep me on track, inspired and sober ❤️ thank you

[@QUEENOFMELROSE]

Hi Jennifer, this disease took my parents as well,,, So glad I was able to put a smile on your face and bring hope and help you to keep going. Dont let it rob our joy. Let's all thrive together,,,, Much love ❤❤❤

[@astridlabodhisattva1098]

​​@@QUEENOFMELROSE You had me in stitches through, specially how well you described how a coked out person looks like: swiveling jaw and all. Thanks for the laughs and congrats on your sobriety.