Yara Shahidi - Living Her Fullest Life Through Her Character on “Grown-ish” | The Daily Show

Actor and activist Yara Shahidi returns to The Daily Show to share what excites her about the new season of “Grown-ish” and why shes uses her platform to speak out on certain issues.
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[@diannajohnson-ward414]

Two of the most well spoken people I’ve ever seen being on the stage together gives me such life 🙏🏾

[@abzthorpe2043]

And they are black !

[@SincerelyyoursloveMaria]

I completely agree I’m glad that he didn’t just comment on how well spoken she is actually engaged in the conversation with her

[@jayak8217]

My sentiments exactly, I was so excited to see this because I knew it was gonna be EPIC!

[@AItechnologieswithallan]

How many agree that Yara is adorable I love her smile all the time😀😀😀😀😀

[@RIXRADvidz]

she was great in Blackish, and now Grownish, she's a very fine actor.

[@codeinecowboy8607]

I wanna buy her a churro

[@youaregoingtolovethis]

Don’t break her heart. She’ll cut you and f you up.

[@allanbogeres8716]

Yeah she is a admire her so much

[@MovieSeriesClips]

*I like the fact that Trevor makes everything interesting and worth watching*

[@latonia9478]

*SIGH*

[@ivonedefigueiredo9301]

Andi7 Amo Like, um ... people change, um... you know? (chews bubblegum, open mouthed)

[@rashadhaughton22]

Yes

[@kp-da]

Oh, as if her show isn't? Jfc... 🙄

[@markrodrigue6913]

Yara is the type of girl you would want to bring home to meet your family. Or if not one that you wish your son would find to marry. All in all she's ahead of her time, very eloquent, also politically and world conscious. I hope she continues to be inspirational to other young women!

[@maaanuervin]

Hey You wow. You’re right.

[@hazelconchata7681]

Hey You riiiiggggghhhht👏🏾👏🏾

[@chekie458]

Well said bro

[@jewlzn7130]

Yes! Intelligent, beautiful and well spoken! I cosign this. She is my son's crush and I approve 👍

Facts🙌

[@lf1496]

She has the face of an ancient Egyptian queen, beautiful.

[@priscillasibanda1656]

Thats true

[@Ramesess_II]

Egyptians are not black

[@deeyalafleur-moore7982]

She is almost identical to her beautiful (black) American mom with hints of her handsome (Persian)-American dad.🙂

[@veritazdlamini1449]

@@Ramesess_II idiot.

[@alp0249]

@@Ramesess_II 😂😂🤣🤣 no they aren't, because Egypt is clearly a small village in Sweden.

[@shantamungro-brown7093]

Yessssssssss that skin she glows and shines what a beautiful person inside and out........

[@bindu996]

Can’t believe she’s only 20! She has the look, maturity vibe of a 30 year old but damn she just a baby! Bless

[@brilleargasm7342]

She's so sharp she gave Trevor whiplash. . . That's a rare thing.

[@Sienadiaries]

I’m older than her but I look up to her wow she is so inspirational 💕

[@zenobiaookpik]

I'm old enough to be her mother and I look up to her.

[@universalelement]

She's Smart, brilliant, resilient, she knows where she's going in life🌞

[@ScarlettJ1221]

I'm so proud of Yara, she's smart, beautiful and definitely a role model for everyone

[@amehka5416]

@stacyp mbogo "not for you"....elaborate please.

[@tshepisokoekoe151]

She is very articulate and beautiful too. 😂😂

[@arikakarin2323]

^^^ Everyone has their own role model

[@anotherpointofview222]

@scarlet I think I understand the "role model" vibe, but I'm not down with anyone modeling themselves after another person's role. Understand words mean different things to different people. What I mean is how people tend to see role models, as someone you want to be like, aspire to what they've accomplished, pattern after. Especially young people, children. (Thus the importance of Mother, Father, Parents, Family, Culture.) You don't know how, what it took, what the person had to go thru where they came from to be who they are where they are. You might not want that. Problem is if and when that person goes thru some things, falls, does something you aren't down with, or even despise, now we have problems. I'm for helping each other be Our individual best. Discovering, Being, playing your role. The power is in our individuality patterned after the image of the Creator, the inner role of our destiny. Not putting faith in what we see that looks good , sounds good, etc.. I think there is more than meets the eye. Not disagreeing with you. "I'M JUST ANOTHER POINT OF VIEW." - Bootsy

[@funnyusername7097]

@stacyp mbogo funnily enough she doesn’t wanna marry you either✋🤌😎

[@charlenewilliams7239]

Her wisdom and knowledge is way beyond her years, and she's genuinely beautiful ❤️

[@anotherpointofview222]

Not only is she comfortable to look at, she looks comfortable and confident with herself. That's a Beautiful person to me. A beauty to watch her listen, and see her sincere and thoughful responses.

[@thinkingkenyan9002]

K HUNTER you are so right.

[@JaxlamKing]

Can't believe Yara's 11 y/o brother listens to podcasts and makes movies while I'm just sitting here in my ship

[@RIXRADvidz]

get inspired, go become that better person you think you can be.

[@elonstusks6129]

Disruptive Bee 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@tashamaina7865]

i always feel like shes always prepared to answer any interview questions like a badass 😎

[@ArgChica]

A round of applause to her parents. And when are her parents going to do a podcast about how to grow great kids into great adults and just beautiful humans we want in the world?!?! I will share it to all

[@jamera8223]

I second that! Her parents are my role model!

[@samanthap9161]

They did an outstanding job!

[@sashiniweerasekara278]

Not all great people are who they are thanks to their parents, most of the time, it's the opposite

[@frankielogan1863]

She’s so pretty but she’s classy. Im so glad she demonstrates the importance of being humble, and how she speaks is very impressive in a world of the growing number of thots and cucumber challenges. She’s definitely a breath of fresh air

[@sm23456]

Yes, she's actually quite the opposite of her character on grown-ish. I mean in being humble and how she speaks and carries herself.

[@SarahLibogomalove]

What's the 'Cucumber challenge', would you?

[@frankielogan1863]

Sarah Libogoma you had to ask lol. It’s a stupid challenge of young women basically showing off their dick sucking skills on a cucumber and recording it for attention. I’ve seen a of a girl doing this to a gas pump!! 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@Badchocobo]

@@frankielogan1863 🤦🙅

[@peacemurugi6203]

Boy, Yara wouldn't approve of your slut shaming. I mean we def stan a progressive queen but who said you can't do the cucumber challenge and still be socially and politically conscious? It's not a dichotomy; people can be multifaceted and that's okay.

[@h.peters]

Aww...two intellectuals I can sit and listen to all day. Intelligence is absolutely mesmerizing.

[@paulinemuthena6545]

You csn replace Trevor at the Daily Show at this stage.

[@Vanmarch]

Wow she's brilliant. And she's 20! Hard to find this combination these days.

[@engkelvin7600]

Yea 20 next month, 10

[@adelle-theworshiper7852]

Polish My Shoes Momma Teach her Well. I Could See Everything That Her Parent’s Has Instill in her beautiful

[@Vanmarch]

@andrew miller So what does she stand for? Being dumb and 60?🤔💩

[@terrencemyers1033]

It is not hard to find young girls like her the college campuses, universities, and on-line courses are filled and taken by lots of young so-called black girls they just do not get the attention. We all know when it comes to so-called black people in Amerikkka we never get the credit we are due until 50 to 60 years after the fact. Hell, To this day the media is still focused on black on black crime but continue to act like there is no such thing as white on white crime. This young girl is a breathe of fresh air.

[@terrencemyers1033]

www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/black-women-become-most-educated-group-in-us-a7063361.html

[@larryneiberheim592]

Anyone who give this interview a thumbs down are literally children of the dark prince. This was an amazing interview

[@TheGreta2400]

I agree! 😆

[@ZeroToHeroMath]

She made Trevor's job so easy. Great interview.

[@leslieburlison]

Well spoken, intelligent, mature and beautiful all in one young lady! I'm so impressed! I'm going to have to look for her show!

[@kingslayer3365]

She's so eloquent. That stuff she said about young voters and information 👏. Trevor and the audience were completely captivated, you could tell from their absolute silence

[@bajanbabygirl722]

I adore her, class act. Kudos to her parents

[@damarcusmomm05]

She and Her mama are twin's. Yara is one of my favorites 🥰

[@zarussel]

I bet she holds the record of speaking most words on an interview at The Daily Show!!! Regardless, every word of her worth of listening, very motivational and inspirational!!!

[@siiiiiuu7]

She legit looks like she was an Iranian Empress in another life. I love the way she consistently and unabashedly claims her heritage and her intelligence in an era where people are more consumed with butt photos and followers. The Shahidi family's doing something right ♥️

[@siiiiiuu7]

@Unknown gacha Said what I said lol

[@rollingmetal949]

I can't believe she is my age. She is so mature.❤❤ She is stunning too

[@sekhantsho2]

I’m trying to wrap my head around the idea that she’s 5years younger than me and speaks so eloquently 😢

[@sekhantsho2]

CreoleLady I’m well educated myself but i dnt speak as eloquently as her. It’s not a weakness to admire when someone younger is better at something.

[@StormyHair]

Wow. she had Trevor speechless....that's saying a lot! I love her too!

[@MasterMIxedUp]

Wow her mind is even more beautiful.

[@Persiansweetcat1]

I didn’t know she was half Iranian. Her last and second name are Persian so I googled her. Such a talented and beautiful young woman 😍

[@objectiveone1478]

Wow! She’s going to positively impact plenty of people... I’m sure she already is! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@JrsCorner10]

What was I doing at 19 😕 she is unreal. Too much class, intellect and beauty. Amazing interview👏👏❤️

[@ElcsieRetakov]

Wow! I have enjoyed her acting but now to hear her thoughts is wonderful! Wish my eldest was this informed.

[@RIXRADvidz]

my grand kids got interested in politics of pollution when I showed them how it effected kids their age in other states and countries,

[@rmontoya90066]

Love her passion and commitment to herself and outlook on life! She rocks!

[@saranghae2808]

I clicked on this video to see Yara's beautiful face and smile. Great interview!

[@jodynanci]

Wow she's admirably well spoken. I'm crushing

[@muurisoras5878]

Waoh She is stunning 😍😍😍

[@CalmingSoundZZZ]

Love her. "Policy is personal"

[@eju123]

Yara is such a delight to listen to y'all!

[@ZevielS]

She gots my vote for election and best of wishes that she gets into the nomination

[@judthchrismon3345]

💞Beauty & brains black girls do rock Love to Yara & Trevor from Jersey🥰

[@emmanuelfemi-ojelade3232]

Yara was so apt in this interview that took place.. She spoke smart and brilliant.. Keep talking about what's right 👍💪

[@JPMJPM]

She has the best sense of style.

[@LaggardInLove]

What a smart young woman, best wishes Yara!

[@sandyj-candis1975]

She’s such a 🌟!! Beauty, Brains and Boldness! I remember watching her in the movie “Imagine That” with Eddie Murphy. I knew then she was on her way to greatness! So proud of her, and kudos to her parents!

[@Simsrockslol]

her face is so symmetrical and beautiful.

[@christenford3864]

When I hear interviews from Yara, Amandla and Greta I feel that the kids will be alright....

[@mckeewardiv6307]

I love Yara's light!

[@azurebing123]

She is so interesting to listen to!

[@itsmesoumya5184]

My favs in one show ❤️ I luv how passionate she is Yara I luv you 😍

[@jenniferlien_]

She’s so well spoken

[@aamnahere6250]

She's a very smart and gorgeous young lady who remains humble despite all the success that has come her way at such a tender age. Kudos to her and her parents.

[@jaybebop4377]

She aged beautifully !! Omg 🔥🔥

[@JustNel]

Still growing 🙄

[@jaybebop4377]

@@JustNel nah duh

[@owliealim745]

she's 19..what are you talking about?...

[@CrystalRuizEnriquez]

What? Lol

[@JustNel]

She's still growing... 19-20 doesn't really mean much... Then again I am into older women... So what do I know

[@raymosieleng2478]

Absolutely adore Yara ❤️🇿🇦

[@entertainmentprime101]

I have been following Grownish since my first year in college and even though we are worlds apart the experiences are the same and i can relate that's why i like the show

[@danieladelgado7090]

I love that there were not any sudden noises when she started talking like everyone was really into her and her speech

[@fancylatina2096]

She's adorable and so intelligent, so inspiring. So awesome...Greatness in the making. God bless. 🙂

[@BeingDrBernice]

A true gem of a human. I love looking up to people younger than me

[@ikilledcaptainalex2672]

“It’s useful to know the repercussions” 😂

[@RIXRADvidz]

hesh teq beentheredonethat

[@harlemgemini3048]

Yara is a great young lady 👍🏽👍🏽 I'm impressed

[@dalac_93]

Just beautiful and intelligent 😍

[@livsnation1169]

FINALLY! This is what the people need😭✊🏽❤️

[@chinonyeremokeke6560]

I love yara's hair always

[@pharukomar5322]

That handshake was everything!

[@BKCoRe32]

Why dose this video have thumbs down? I hate trolls. She's great and brilliant!👏👏

[@angelgray8899]

She so pretty 😁💕

[@jonathanulloa1109]

She is so beautiful and smart ❤️💙

[@enyonammm_]

2 well spoken people together in the same room......jeeez beautiful

[@armyforlife3191]

Amazing. I’m so excited to vote for the first time

[@meranna]

Yara joon, you continue to crush it with your strong on point messages 👏🏻👏🏻 Afarin❤️

[@ajayiayomide3068]

So ahead of her time!

[@saa-gc1mf]

She's a sweetheart, i adore her

[@shamywantstoloveherself]

I just looove how Yara proves to millennials that there are more important things to life than being popular or pretty😍😍🤩

[@nacarreira777]

She is stunningly beautiful!

[@mosslinden5058]

Holy crap this girl is ridiculously articulate. The most boring drinking game in the world would be drinking every time she stutters or says "umm".

[@roarnell]

14 shots. Maybe 15 for one part where she says "and" twice.

[@snoski]

@@roarnell sure, but the average guest would probably be 40-50

[@youssefboudaya5939]

so pretty and grown-ish is a very good show !!

[@Nonamehghggaming]

love this guy

[@nicolaablett7790]

Amazing human with values ethics and morals

[@DAMUSAFI]

HER LAST NAME IN MY LANGUAGE WHICH IS SWAHILI ( Shahidi) simply mean ( Witness)

[@Yoolify]

In Arabic also the same meaning

[@anotherpointofview222]

She is a beautiful witness.

[@akuemkoutop7151]

They acctually mean it in arabic cuz swahili is just a broken Arabic

[@anotherpointofview222]

@@akuemkoutop7151 What is "broken" Arabic? What constitutes broken in the emergence of Swahili?

[@tlotlisotsalong6937]

@@akuemkoutop7151 TF does that even mean?

[@jewelthompson4017]

She still a child to us, as an African interviewer and she will always be, because we Africans we don't mess around.

[@electriclioness4607]

Her Intelligence is Awesome, And I Appreciate The Interview He Gave Respect and Admiration Our Interviews Need To Sound Like This

[@cj10109]

She inspires me! Such a beautiful woman 💜

[@CHANGEISGOOD24]

I remember her when she was doing commercials as a young kid. She doing well and is moving in life on purpose.

[@Cello2pharaoh]

Yara's so beautiful in ways that I can't even begin to describe ❤ And the fact that we as a nation can practically say we'd accept her as our president... #QUEEN 👑

[@noemisartcorner841]

What a lovely young woman. Best of luck to her.

[@cndungu]

Beauty and brains!! What a gorgeous queen!

[@vic5015]

This girl is *so* awesome! Truly cannot wait to see what she does next. #BlackGirlMagic

[@armondjackson703]

This was a dope interview

[@andreiliver9295]

She is so gorgeous! 😍😍

[@JessicaGonzalez-fp8pl]

she is so beautiful and smart 👏

[@mlggamer5296]

Yeah! Yara representing us Young people! She's just amazing. The most bubbly personality I've ever seen. And season 3 of Grown-ish? Alright I saw a bit of it and I enjoyed it so it's great that's picking back up. Wait Oprah said that? That she would want to be around when she becomes president? Wow! That's pretty big news! P.S I would want her as a president

[@peh85]

Beyond her years....wow!!!

[@azemazigilles6230]

She's smart and beautiful.. 🤗

[@sassyh]

She is so brilliant and beautiful 😍

[@bib_miiro1551]

🌷🌷🌷✌️✌️✌️ Yara Shahid you're the best for sure ✊

[@riesomtadesse8659]

has anybody noticed that she is good at math!

[@jovontowns591]

well, I think she's at Harvard... So I think she's really good at just about everything

[@perryportfield5309]

Hell no we didn't attend the same school

[@harishkumar-vb7eo]

She is amazing

[@electriclioness4607]

She has grown up to be wonderful actress

[@elijahtheo5812]

Damn. I feel so dam watching Yara speak. And I'm 20.

[@troybradley2575]

I THINK MY IQ JUST HIT THE UNIVERSE LISTENING TO HER SPEAKING WORDS FROM HER BEAUTIFUL 🧠