Yvonne Orji Got Career Advice From God

[@charleslebi7297]

"Did you start off as a dancer? no I'm just African!" That is so true. It's like we are born with rhythm.

[@ijeomaokonkwo5000]

We sure are

[@Mortaliban]

this is just a racist comment

[@zazabrown732]

Tarik Haddab really? racist against who?

[@nf7901]

Olawale Lebi Jamaican...and can't even dutty wine.

[@Lulu060986]

Facts! We are come out of the womb dancing! Music & dance is heavily part of black People’s soul no doubt.

[@faithnigeria]

When she said she’d rather go to a war country than talk to her Nigerian parents, I felt that on a deep level

[@cyberguru09]

yeah- when it comes to ditching med school for comedy; best to get drafted

[@emmanueladekunle3088]

Nigerian parents are the best..they can make u do things you would never think of doing

[@claribelngundu2204]

Yes sis I'm from Cameroon 🇨🇲 and I'm 34 but I am still very afraid of my parents 🙃 😅

[@greatestshopper1077]

😂😃🤣😅

[@TheJayjo9]

Unashamed for Christ ✅ Funny, talented! Celibate( I just had to) and she got a boo who is sooo fine and loves Jesus! Am cheering on this woman like she is my sister!! Win sister win!!!! God did that!! 🙌🏾 Just the beginning ❤️

[@aspacelex]

>Unashamed for Christ >and loves Jesus You don't feel guilty for worshiping and think it's a good thing to love someone who thought that, for one, slavery was morally permissible? >God did that She did that herself, because, as you said, she's "Funny, talented", what's any god got to do with it? Are you implying she's not capable of achieving success on her own?

[@Maria-kg1nh]

Amen.

[@TheLilly]

Janice Joan She's a virgin.

[@shirleenshay2277]

a lex without God she wouldn’t. And you too can’t, whether you want to agree or not

[@aspacelex]

shirleen shay >without God she wouldn’t That's an insultingly infantilizing way to think of people. >And you too can’t I don't believe in any gods, including yours, so no. >whether you want to agree or not If you don't care what people who disagree with you have to say, why did you reply to me? And you didn't answer my question.

[@dawn8487]

I loved when he said " I'm a Christian too."

[@PHlophe]

her hair is laid

[@stephenxadonai]

marsha-dawn Walters 👎🏽

[@minkagaston]

@@PHlophe way better than it has been looking on Insecure, lately. Love it.

[@oyinkansolaayoola331]

You can tell he is as well!

[@Chillerll]

I am somewhat of a Christian myself.

[@ChiChi-jg1ch]

I love her and she gave Steven the boldness to profess his faith on national TV!

[@frezerh]

He doesn't need boldness to profess his faith on TV... Hes unabashedly Catholic.

[@jmo974]

Your both wrong, he mocks God do these aren’t the signs of a true believer.

[@jmo974]

TheFrezident Your both wrong, he mocks God do these aren’t the signs of a true believer.

[@michikosmith3262]

He does that all the time! He is steeped in his faith. Look uop his interviews and don't lisen to people that don't actually research before talking crap.

[@almalm3397]

@@jmo974 since when you cant make jokes about God? Do you feel you are that special that the God will offended by your jokes? Who the f* are you for him to even care? Hes all about intentions. He loves connections. God get angry to those who kill,cheat, basically a bad person not a joker. There is no joke angels who will come and write down your jokes about God. Calm yourself.

[@Tolu1994]

she's hilarious, what a nigerian gem

[@kevinnnodim7723]

She is Igbo

[@adaorahi]

I love her

[@royaledehomme87]

I'll be like this one day

[@thisnigerianlovessuya]

Kevin Nnodim so she’s not Nigerian?! Ogbeni shift?!!

[@brandtvnigeria8503]

@@kevinnnodim7723 Una don come abi? Wandering when last anyone called Davido, AJ, John Boyega,Wizkid, Tomi Adeyemi, Fela, Femi Kuti, David Oyelowo Yorubas....You don't force excellence when it exists. She is a Nigerian and we are proud of her. Stop displaying your silly tribalism.

[@taylor3200]

I love that she talks about God so casually! That's how it should be!! He is our father but he's also our friend and he definitely laughs and jokes with us!!!

[@leslieh761]

I see no evidence of the Lord laughing & joking with folks in the Bible. I would by the way LOVE to believe that, but we can't reduce Him to our limited, carnal ideas ... that may be bordering on blasphemy. I think that we definitely play with God, but he's not playing with us. Before anyone comes for me, it's just my opinion. Peace

[@kennywright2934]

@@leslieh761 Why so serious? You’ve never heard someone say “God has a sense of humor” when something ironic or coincidental happens?

[@LadyEowyn]

@@leslieh761 He was also fully man, so I don't see how he couldn't have that side as well. I believe he is serious, but I also believe he gave us our humor.

[@carlosadurt6153]

@@leslieh761 Jesus is super fun. I believe so. Faith and fun go together. The miracles and things he said were sometimes mixed with irony, sarcasm, joy, absurdity becoming precious, and so on. I said "mixed", not that they are literally like that.

[@Lexlex11848]

@@leslieh761 get out of legalism and get into relationship with Him

[@isaacoguns]

Love the acknowledgment of God, Christ Jesus and the Holy Spirit. No matter how far you go in life you must know how and why you are there!

[@nickandchrismom]

Amen!!

[@godoverselfnb]

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[@aspacelex]

Because you're hard-working, talented, and lucky, what do fictional characters from an ancient fantasy book have to do with it?

[@shadmaticjohnson]

@@aspacelex Fictional? So are you saying that Israel does not exist? Because Israel existing is proof that the bible is true buddy. Do some research

[@aspacelex]

RarisRovers The word "character" is defined as "a person in a work of fiction", and countries aren't persons. England exists in the Harry Potter books, do you believe it's proof that they're true?

[@Ndidi1st]

I just looooooooove this woman!! Give her more air time please!! 🔥😂👏🏾🔥😂👏🏾 She is so apologetically herself. Love the way she makes clear her faith is truly just who she is. Inspiring role model 🙏🏾

[@JM-qg9bo]

I so agree.... also she's unapologetically herself

[@ghanamemer1628]

*unapologetically

[@GregNoire]

she did so good. thanks for holding us down yvonne! 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬

[@SilkyC]

"Did you start of as a professional dancer?" "hahahaha no I'm just African" HAHAHA The best comeback ever!!

[@audioa41]

As someone who has "heard the holy spirit" ... you know it's the holy spirit when you say "mmm no" after you hear it. 2:56

[@TheLilly]

ba55letmysoulfly I said the same thing!🙌

[@mayloniegordon3017]

Yep. You’re like I’m not doing that! 😁. I use to argue in my head voice walking around like that couldn’t have been Holy Spirit but I knew lol

[@walkbyfaith2917]

Yes, because the Holy Spirit will have you out there on the craziest thing! 😂😂BUT if you are obdedient in spite of your life will be blessed!! Hence her life!

[@ur5860]

FACTS!!!!!!! 💖💛💖💖

[@JuaniqueVerde]

ba55letmysoulfly 🤣🤣🤣🤣 trooo!

[@FavourChiebuka]

love when JESUS is mentioned... love her humour and explanation of JESUS TURNING WATER INTO WINE.... Use every medium to preach JESUS

[@olusolaisrael6776]

This!

[@nnenne1]

Jesus loves it too, he’s so desperate.

[@arsenal1441]

Love her energy!! Too funny!

[@lf1496]

I'm a Cuban Puerto Rican and I did my DNA. I'm 43% Nigerian, from the Yoruba tribe to be specific. I knew it!I LOVE Naija! I'm a proud Nigerian descendant 🇳🇬🇨🇺🇵🇷

[@ifeleke4201]

We are proud to have you, sister.

[@lf1496]

@@ifeleke4201 Thanks you cousin💋

[@olalekansaheedadejumo7026]

I hear that there are lots of Yorubas in Cuba 🇨🇺 and Brazil 🇧🇷 I’m proud to be Yoruba 😊 Just subscribed

[@abbysotomi2457]

Kaabo, ( welcome). I am Yoruba too.

[@ТаСу-ю3л]

Yvonne isn't Yoruba, though.

[@AdinaTeMusic]

Gosh I love Africans and I love yvonne and Stephen. One of the best guests. She’s hilarious and genuinely funny. Born to make people laugh. I love you Yvonne

[@puglandiaking5929]

Adinett Nsabimana I'M IN LOVE 😘😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@fundisiweyengwa9951]

❤

[@frezerh]

"Put on 10 o'clock news!" "Mom! It's been 27 years!" Boy can I relate to that 😂😂😂😂

[@BeautyLoves88]

she’s so full of life & peace!! & i LOVE that she referenced the Holy Spirit guiding her on national TV!!! & even as he tried to make light of It at first, yvonne stood her ground. but she has such an amazing sense of humor, she’s not judgmental or preachy. one of my sheroes!! 💪🏽

[@elizaheathen]

Stephen is genuinely enjoying being with her

[@Kelema86]

Yvonne is such a natural comedienne and so charismatic! I love her!

[@tisha812]

“It says Jesus wept...it never said Jesus chuckled.” 🤣🤣🤣

[@JasonB95]

She's fabulous. Naturally funny and very beautiful. Didn't know who she was before this interview but now I'm a fan.

[@kdeloris2225]

She said I would rather work in a war-torn country than tell my parents I'm not going to be a doctor🤣🤣🤣

[@latashathomas4239]

I wanted more! Such a fun interview.

[@nadinehall9631]

Girrrrl!!! dem collar bones and that glowing skin! Slayed to the Gods!

[@TheGracefulGlowup]

Nadine Hall yesssss

[@sofiemarkets3074]

“ No I’m just African “ -- loveeeee that

[@clintcbrantley5542]

I felt her pain. Organic chemistry got me too. Took it three times! But life goes on.

[@Cheenagirl71]

Me tooooooo!! I ended up having to take a class at another college to get the credit! 🤦‍♀️

[@clintcbrantley5542]

Cheenagirl71 I did the same thing. However my grade was a C and when I took the MCATs, I struggled. Med school was a wash after that.

[@stevestar711]

God she's a charmer. Black girl magic, in full affect.

[@Darbysmommy]

She is both beautiful and funny😊

[@monetpetals86]

Refreshing interview! Two Christian comedic actors having a chat. Loved this!

[@stumpali]

"I'm just African" 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@juniorpereira200]

Love love love Insecure. Yvonne is incredible.

[@TerribleUsernameAmirite]

Man I wanted to see Stephen introduce her

[@9388mike]

Terrible Username Amirite? Yeah same here

[@deldee]

Watch it on demand.

[@humminbirrrd]

Me too!! I wanted to watch them dance together

[@Josie_gifty]

" Who is this aunt that keeps calling you and ruining my life!!! " 😂😂😂 I know my fellow africans can relate to this. There's always that one relative, or so called relative that's ALWAYS gossiping about what you're doing to your parents 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♂️😩

[@olalekansaheedadejumo7026]

Well, well It’s annoying and we can’t escape it no matter how hard we try.

[@caroltesol1]

I love this lady! She is funny and just bubbly.

[@lellensmanuel]

I'm just African! 🤣😂

[@nickelwindow53]

ThinkItThrough ✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿

[@godsloverevealed5003]

I just read Yvonne Orji's book over the weekend and it is a must read for anyone with a dream no matter how big or small.

[@LadyK007]

She’s Igbo and I am toooooo!!!! Igbo kwenu!!! 🙏🏾

[@reelspilltv]

Yaa!!!

[@1SweetQ]

I have never seen her before but I am utterly entranced by this woman!!!! She's amazing! Her personality, beauty, smile!!! Yep. I'm a fan.

[@KennethandJoyce]

When she said no I am just African 😍😂

[@ibisonwachukwu2461]

Such a lovely personality! I love how she's keeping it real- not shying away from her heritage or her faith. Go Yvonne!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💪🏽

[@HappyWorkinMom]

Yvonne was amazing at the Miss Nigeria in America pageant at University of Maryland, College Park. She talent was stand up. She was hilarious but way before her time. The judges were...interesting.🙃 Even though Yvonne didn't win the pageant...her sucess to date makes her winner by default. Love you Yvonne🇳🇬

[@jokoboyama6322]

I love that she prayed to the Holy Spirit. Major bless up

[@alisonvalbuena1044]

I just LOVE!!!!! LOVE!!! her Nigerian accent! I reply multiple times those parts. Amazing woman!! I love her!

[@CampbellYA]

She is not lying! Nigerian parents do not play 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@christianvalues94]

I know how awkward it can be sometimes when you explain to people you actually have conversations with God. The Holy Spirit is amazing though and Jesus got jokes for real guys!!

[@highlyfavored2434]

Love her wit about the wine in Cana part

[@chadamonkey5641]

Her eyes are so huge I feel like I'm being drawn into them! ...I'm okay with this.

[@theperfectescape5785]

Wow speaks volumes ready to hear his voice to guide me 🙏🏾

[@chegbahadur1539]

she is such a great actress, and great to see her off-camera with such a bright personality

[@FrannieMC69]

I love Yvonne. She's so cool.

[@derekdivyne]

This interview is me. I love you Yvonne my Nigerian sister

[@lennetteguidry5723]

Such a beautiful talented, smart classy, sassy lady...

[@adetobaadetayo3182]

God bless you sister! Pls keep d faith burning

[@enochantwi9137]

Davido on the breakfast club and now this. 9ja no dey carry last for sure. Gotta give it up.

[@nikky6]

She seems like an amazing woman with a wonderful personality I hope to see future work from her and I really love the fact that she is unapologetic about her faith because so am I smiles

[@2Blessed2BeStressful]

😂😂😂😂😂 love her! She’s a natural story teller!

[@mysticalmaid]

She is wonderful!

[@joshuarasheed]

Oh this is fantastic. Love her beautiful heart and talent, Glory to God!

[@SumBeautyAnnointing]

I love this Sister!!! She is so fun and real 😊

[@dani4704]

She is brilliant, talented, and hilarious. I love how bold she is about her faith; it’s so refreshing to see

[@carmellem6813]

"The Dove 🕊 came to you and spoke". Yes Stephen 😂

[@mathru96]

I'm just in love with her personality. Gonna watch all of her stand up comedy now.

[@nomcebobiyela4609]

BEST INTERVIEW! 😂 Yvonne Orji & Stephen Colbert for the wiiiiiin 🙌🏽

[@tianichole8238]

I LOVE HER😂😂😂😂😂

[@chillinebony]

I love her faith, personality and how pretty she is, thanks for posting this!

[@shawnise311]

I love that she’s so honest about Christ and hearing the Holy Spirit. And who knew Colbert was a Christian?!?!

[@oliviatiwaladeadedokun2929]

Knew that like long time

[@walkbyfaith2917]

Girrrlll I so believe you. And Any body that has a relationship with the holy spirit knows how humorous the spirit can be. 😂😂

[@KimontheWeb]

She is such a breath of fresh air! Love her!

[@mikelurry8153]

She needs more time next visit. She's a great guest and this was way too short.

[@stephenxadonai]

Mike Lurry they prob cut her when they heard he declare we faith

[@blackmancanjump23]

@@stephenxadonai that's a stretch. Stephen is a devout christian

[@love_ashhh]

This talk about faith is everything!!!!! #JESUS

[@SM-vr8dz]

She's so funny! I had no idea she started as a comedian. Love her.

[@ccroberts2640]

Who is this girl!! She's so funny!!! And so beautiful and such a good vibe!! Loveit!!

[@07Lalli]

Representing on so many levels, come on! #Christ #follower #nigerian #babe

[@SashayAnn]

I'm glad she was obedient to the Holy Spirit.She is bold about her faith in Christ.I love it and her!!

[@Decadancehallking]

Omg she's a great interview, hilarious!

[@mantaolengsarahmotsatse2584]

😂😂😂😂😂"Did you start off as a professional dancer?" " No I'm just African" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Some people have greatness thrust upon and some like Africans are just born with it 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 Love Love this interview, resonance on steroids especially because I'm about to do some disruptive major decisions

[@Itsme.bribri]

She’s absolutely stunning

[@orangebedsheet]

OMG, I love her so much

[@alwaysindistress8114]

She's so cool!

[@MsCNunes]

I loooove her, so funny, so confident, proud to be from Africa.

[@erickoontz6835]

LOVE this interview!!! Go, Yvonne!

[@Zenobiadream]

I love this woman “no I’m just African” ❤

[@1717Warrior1]

He is so cool and has quite a sense of humor. (God)! 🙏🏾 Thank you Yvonne Orji

[@j.m.waterfordasxiphanex3738]

That was a nice show. Welcome back. Thank you very much :)

[@aliciab183]

Lololol @ "Unusual adviser" in the description. If they only knew the truth, lolol. Thank you Yvonne Orji for bein UNASHAMED!

[@missgoldtwi2482]

Feeling really inspired!! Just a beautiful Soul! 😍

[@sonyaethaniel]

I feel like God has such a great sense of humor with me. That's the best way to get his point across.😄

[@faithdanielle3790]

Great interview. Such good energy

[@medusagorgon9]

I'm way late! But this was awesome. She makes me smile whenever I see her featured somewhere.

[@lati6okan]

My father watches Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and 10 News🤣🤣🤣 is this a Nigerian thing???

[@lazyperfectionist1]

I can picture this young lady at the Emmys or the Oscars. She is interviewed by someone from the Press who asks, "Are you absolutely stunning? Wait. Sorry. Dumb question."

[@charlie5115]

..I bet you're one of those guys who actually use pick-up lines to try to pick up girls

[@lazyperfectionist1]

This was not a pick up. It was a compliment. Look at her. She's stunning. Don't fault a man for having taste and intelligence.

[@vandayshataylor4096]

lazyperfectionist1 #facts.

[@She17pj]

Beautiful & Brilliant ✊🏾💜👏🏾

[@egochodihi]

I love that she’s so fearless to speak her truth. Naija babe do ya thing! ❤️

[@Alladathings]

Love her. She was a perfect guest. He had to love her irl

[@yashiAR]

That was delightful. Really wanna see her intro tho.

[@zonkercousteau]

Stop cutting out the intros !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@rosalynb8942]

I saw the intro she came out dancing and he joined

[@zonkercousteau]

Where ? Not on the website. They cut some and not others. If you look at the clip above, the dancing you describe in not included.

[@goldktgal]

Love her character, Molly, on Insecure. Smart, strong, going after what she wants. A great actress and a gracious lady, like all the other ladies on the show.

[@qhamisa]

Oh the mother is dancing along, it's a happy time

[@sweettee6827]

Yes sis, Jesus is hilarious! The visual imagery I get as I'm reading Scripture at times gives me life!

[@iworshipper]

“ Jesus chuckled “ 😂😂😂😂