Cecil Pierre what’s there to escape. We’re all mixed with something. If he proudly chooses to identify himself as a black man that’s his prerogative. He doesn’t seem to be in distress about it.
@Cecil Pierre ok since you put it like that creole is black and French and his dad is black ,So he is still black with a bit of French in him maybe 15 or 25 % Therefore mostly and mainly still black.
I don't care what he is...the man is fine and seems to have a fantatsic personality and sense of humor. He seems genuine. Sometimes we argue over all of the wrong stuff.
Yes honey, thanks for saying something!! I was thinking the same thing. She was asking about his race, he answered by talking about his ethnicity. And nationality can include both of those categories.
👊 But I like how he knew what she meant even though she clearly used the wrong word ... And it's cool that he claims to be black when he's actually multiracial. JS!!!
Please lets just stop, The only people who aren't subjected to the one drop rule, are those whom are recently mixed between White and Black. Every black person outside Dark-Skinned-Black Africa, and in the Diaspora has admixtures, of Native America, Asian and European to some degree. Every Black man or woman think light skin is pretty and fine, so not to upset anyone and be politically correct, everyone can fit in the African American or Black biracial category.
They feel entitled enough debate amongst themselves and to demand a complete stranger proclaim how they identify to use that opportunity to condemn them if they answer too “wrong” for their taste. Or they’re looking for validation depending on whether they solely claim their Blackness or not. Either way, it’s pathetic lol
It’s not just the education system. It’s all throughout the legal system. The concept of race in America has been used to exploit and exclude people since before our independence from Great Britain. They created race to maintain power and white supremacy.
I fell in love with him as an actor, and then I found out the brotha can sang! He's truly my new CRUSH, big time! I love his views on life and how he's parenting his son...any woman that wouldn't want him just because he has a child, doesn't deserve him! Keep doin' whatcha' doin' Christian, I'm digging your style!
Do disrespect, but “black” is a legal status, not a skin color or phenotype description. Black means dead in the eyes of the law, civiliter mortuus. Consider yourself American until you claim your Nationality. Black and African American are nom de guerres, brands.
He literally insulted y'all. He equated being black to liking Hennessy and you think it's a compliment. The world doesn't see a black male when they look at him. They see a fine ass exotic mixed man.
Please lets just stop, The only people who aren't subjected to the one drop rule, are those whom are recently mixed between White and Black. Every black person outside Dark-Skinned-Black Africa, and in the Diaspora has admixtures, of Native America, Asian and European to some degree. Every Black man or woman think light skin is pretty and fine, so not to upset anyone and be politically correct, everyone can fit in the African American or Black biracial category.
Not semantics. Ethnicity and nationality are literally 2 completely different things. He is American...his nationality is American which has nothing to do with his ethnicity or race.
Black is a legal status, not a skin color or phenotype description. Black means dead in the eyes of the law, civiliter mortuus. Black and African American are nom de guerres, brands.
I think the conversation was what is his background. I think people know he is at least part, or mostly, black. But as he just described it, he is biracial. 🤷♀️ I actually thought he was all black and just had two lighter Tina Knowles Creole type parents lol ...so I’m glad he actually cleared that up 🤔 Had no idea he was biracial like that lol 😏 👍
Please lets just stop, The only people who aren't subjected to the one drop rule, are those whom are recently mixed between White and Black. Every black person outside Dark-Skinned-Black Africa, and in the Diaspora has admixtures, of Native America, Asian and European to some degree. Every Black man or woman think light skin is pretty and fine, so not to upset anyone and be politically correct, everyone can fit in the African American or Black biracial category.
Cinnamon Lee He said BOTH. He said he has a BLACK father and a French and Native American MOTHER. That is BI or RACIAL, or multiracial. His mother is not black. And he was saying but he considers himself black, as do a lot of mixed people, or those who are multiracial and identify as solely as black. I don’t need you to tell me what he said. I watched the video. Thanks 👍
Cinnamon Lee AND AS HE SAID, he said both things. Just go find some business. You sound ridiculous. I watched the video, and nothing I said is incorrect. Get a life , weirdo 👍
Yesssss he is black why is it that when people are cute they aren’t black ??? Oh I am proud he is happy to be black , blacks sexy mon mwah 💋❤️💕🥰love you bro !
There's No Honduran in him No way he's a light skinned black man I have this all in my family for years WE come in a variety when it comes to black American people
He said he is black and he looks black, which is what people usually judge, so I'm going to say he is black and not mixed. When mixed becomes an actual recognized race maybe but for now he is black. Real talk we are all mixed if you looked genetically but that's too much to unpack.
“Black,” “African American,” and “Native American” are brands (nom de guerres). Nationality goes far beyond an individual’s place of birth/domicile. It’s directed affiliated with legal status and ties her/him to a Nation.
What's his nationality? Do you even know what the word "nationality" means? He's American. That's his nationality. Some people clearly didn't pay attention in high school. Now if you asked what is his ETHNICITY, then he would have answered correctly.
just so you know I know I am late and I hate to knock your big head off of the high horse you and the others are on but nationality is literally synonymous with ethnicity according to the thesaurus so the person can use it in the same context if they so choose!
@@jas7869 no Nationality is a legal identification of a person in international law, establishing the person as a subject, a national, , of a sovereign state - Wikipedia the status of belonging to a particular nation, whether by birth or naturalization: -dictionary.com
I figured there was Native American in him...his skin tone, hair and facial structure makes it quite obvious! Now I'd like to see him with long hair!😍😍😍 So happy to know that he recognizes himself as black and proud of it! I am a mixture as well but I always say that I'm black, period!
Well I'm glad he cleared that up. I knew he had to have had some indian in him! Whether it was west Indian, east Indian or native indian! He' is a gorgeous man, I can't get over it.
Please lets just stop, The only people who aren't subjected to the one drop rule, are those whom are recently mixed between White and Black. Every black person outside Dark-Skinned-Black Africa, and in the Diaspora has admixtures, of Native America, Asian and European to some degree. Every Black man or woman think light skin is pretty and fine, so not to upset anyone and be politically correct, everyone can fit in the African American or Black biracial category.
"Correction is an important part of our growth as Christians. From the day we become saved, we have things in our lives that need to be worked on and improved. God is the one who helps us through this process, mostly by correcting us of our erroneous ways. God takes delight in those who take correction because it shows that they are willing to follow His guidance in their lives. A major part of loving God is being obedient; taking correction is a part of that obedience. Dear God, I pray that I will always be someone who takes correction well. May I never become proud and think that I am above improving my ways. I do not desire to veer into foolishness, Lord. Guide me accordingly, Father. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen. My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth." Proverbs 3:11-12
Nationality: Where you were born or the country that your passport is issued from. Ethnicity: Where your ancestors originated. The United States has a seriously antiquated educational system that needs to be dismantled and overhauled😒
“Black,” “African American,” and “Native American” are brands (nom de guerres). Nationality goes far beyond an individual’s place of birth/domicile. It’s directed affiliated with legal status and ties her/him to a Nation.
The question probably should have been "What is your racial background?" French is a nationality, but more than likely he was saying his mother is White and Native American (Indian) and father is black. Black/African American is not a nationality but refers to race. If he wants to identify as Black that is his choice. We don't know anything about his experience to say what he should call himself. Halle Berry has a white mother but identifies with being black. It's really up to the individual. But if it were me, I'd say I'm mixed race but prefer to be classified as black. That way I'm acknowledging my makeup but embracing what I identify with most, which is what he basically did.
dee27206 I think it varies. I know mixed race people who say I'm black regardless of which parent is black and I know those who say I'm mixed. But it's all good.
Maybe America's historical decision that 1 drop rule of black blood made 1 black. Maybe there are plenty of black people in 1 family ranging from dark. To light. That's black America.
He answered the question she was intending to ask. She was trying to find a polite way to say, "Are you black? You don't look black." She was asking about race and his answer shows that he understood her question. Also... using French instead of white is intentional way to address race. If he said, white it would be assumed that he means American white... French says that she's partially white from France. Having said that, I don't think he is disenfranchising himself from his mother's side... and neither is it a critique. It's just who he is. You're suggesting how he classifies his identity is wrong by saying what you would do if it were you and why you would do it. This isn't about you though. I don't mean that as a criticism I mean that to say both of you can be who you are without it being criticizing. His identity does not reflect on you and yours doesn't reflect on him. Choosing to identify as one race over another does not lessen the importance of the other. If you're mixed... great! If he's black great!
The one drop rule huh -_-...he should be proud and represent his other side the French and native..stop saying just black..what does that even mean? Black as in what? Somali? Nigerian? Come on confused mixed people.
His isnt considered to be part of the "one drop rule". The dominant race is black in his case which comes from his fathers side hence the dark skin. Which we will just say is 50%. Most mixed people will say they are black..nothing wrong with that..
***** exactly..I guess at the end of the day it's your preference but for me I have to acknowledge all my racial backgrounds because it means more to me than those who just conform and go with the rest of the crowd..but usually if you're mixed but look more black u just stick with that because most people see u as that but if u do looked more mixed people will always bring that out and ask u through their curiosity.
***** I'm mixed, and I am extremely fair, but I grew up with my black family, and most people who speak to me on the phone assume I'm born and raised in the Caribbean. I relate to, I act like, I gravitate to black or African culture more than anything else. I was taught by my mom that I am black, and this is what I am. Race is not my focus anyhow. I have more important things to care about. I definitely do not want to associate myself with white though that's for sure. I'm either mixed, or black. Either or works fine.
reealitey That sounds just fine to me..who u choose to associate with is your choice but as long as u acknowledge all parts of your mix because u can't escape that even if u decide to blend in with only one side..I'm a dark tan but still don't look black so blacks don't really accept me and of course whites don't because I'm not white sooo I blend in perfectly with my spanish people =P..we get along very well and they also resemble my culture a lot too so it works..I'm always running around so proudly acknowledging all 3 sides of my mix Middle Eastern African and Brazilian
***** honestly, it sounds as if you have the issue more than others do. I am probably lighter than you based on your description of your colour (I have Mya, or Alicia Keys' complexion when they are not tanned), and I know some black people who don't fully accept me, but all of my friends growing up have always been black, and I don't need to be accepted by all. I've never had a white friend. I also understand that it has to do with where you come from as well. My city is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, so people here are pretty decent. I usually went to schools where I can count the amount of white people in my school on one hand, so it's also about where you come from as well. I think white people do not know what I am usually, they just know I'm not white. I can fit into many cultures as well. During World Cup Soccer, I can join any country pretty much and cheer along. I am just most comfortable with my own Caribbean people from the African Diaspora. That's all. Peace
I don't care all of that mixture created one of God's beautiful creatures. God blessed him with a lovely brain and from what I've seen from a distance good character! You rock!!! Never let them deny any part of you!!!
His nationality is American. His ethnicity is Creole. If he considers himself African American... cool. I’m Creole too. My mother’s side is Native American and black and my fathers side is French, Spanish, and African. I don’t consider myself African-American though. I’m not African. Nor am I black. I’m mixed race. My skin is brown, my hair is coiled, and my eyes are brown, so to people who only focus on skin color and hair texture as a sign of mixed genetics, I’m just black. And when I say otherwise, I get called a self hater. I’m not black. I’m Creole. A very proud Creole and I’m waiting for the day when Creole ethnicity is recognized.
The majority of your blood is black, your mom is half black and your dad has black in him as well, your not mixed, you have an admixture. Mixed is bi racial.
@Lola Gunz his mom is French and Native American. This is what makes him creole. He is a mix of a mix and African American. He can't claim to be a whole of anything if one of his parents is already mixed. If that is the case, what should a person with two African American parents be called?
The first time I saw this man he was in a Tyler Perry play and all I could say was "Dammmmmmmmmmmn...He is Fyyyynnne.
Franque lol yep as the doctor. I was like he could give me a check up any ole time.
MISS FRANCES, SPIRITUALIST I
Waiting for proof.
MISS FRANCES, SPIRITUALIS.... IKR
@cheekybaby He is a father. He's heterosexual. Where does this mess come from?
Nationality, fine; Ethnicity, fine; Race, fine
🤣🤣🤣🤣 Exactly
Amen.
Ditto, Te!!!!! Dittooooo!!!!!!
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😆😄😅😅😅😅
Right in that order😅
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He's so humble and polite, one would never believe that he was twice adopted. Glad to see that he became successful in spite of it all . 💪🏽💪🏽
he is proud of being Black makes me love him more!
Iretha Johnson When I say he LOVES the sistahs. If you like his Instagram he speaks on that often. No need to worry. ❤️
Cecil Pierre I think he made it perfectly clear. He rocks with being called black!
Cecil Pierre what’s there to escape. We’re all mixed with something. If he proudly chooses to identify himself as a black man that’s his prerogative. He doesn’t seem to be in distress about it.
@Cecil Pierre ok since you put it like that creole is black and French and his dad is black ,So he is still black with a bit of French in him maybe 15 or 25 % Therefore mostly and mainly still black.
@Cecil Pierre but more black and that's also what he says by the way what is your race ? If you don't mind me asking.
He’s so polite and respectful he didn’t even see the need to correct her LOL
It wouldn’t have been bad if he politely corrected her, she would have learned something and not use the wrong term 🤦🏾♀️
Mhmmm....and don't leave out FIONE!!😍😍😍
Yes he was. Very Handsome Man Indeed🙌🙌
Exactly!!
@@t.battle8311 🙌🎩OFF TO Him!!!
I don't care what he is...the man is fine and seems to have a fantatsic personality and sense of humor. He seems genuine. Sometimes we argue over all of the wrong stuff.
So true
This man is not only fine, 😍 he's polite and didn't correct her on national TV. 🤗
Nationality is country of citizenship by the way....
Jasmine Cumberbatch SO GURL DID SHE MEAN.. WHAT IS HIS ETHNIC THEN?
Yes honey, thanks for saying something!! I was thinking the same thing. She was asking about his race, he answered by talking about his ethnicity. And nationality can include both of those categories.
👊 But I like how he knew what she meant even though she clearly used the wrong word ...
And it's cool that he claims to be black when he's actually multiracial. JS!!!
No the hell it's not.
Cecil Pierre you heard the man he said I’m BLACK!!!
I love this brother, and his energy that he brings.
He could be from the moon, I wouldn't care. He is fine..as aged wine 🍷
Not I'm late and love Hennessey. ..funny. He's handsome and has a personality that's nice.
Yes Ma'am
Please lets just stop, The only people who aren't subjected to the one drop rule, are those whom are recently mixed between White and Black. Every black person outside Dark-Skinned-Black Africa, and in the Diaspora has admixtures, of Native America, Asian and European to some degree. Every Black man or woman think light skin is pretty and fine, so not to upset anyone and be politically correct, everyone can fit in the African American or Black biracial category.
@@earthangel6858 🤣🤣
@@soleil2269 lol
He’s proud to be African American. 💕
Hes mixed both white natove n black..
tia mo He’s proud to be Black!
Cecil Pierre He’s proud of be Black!
Philip Robertson III He is Black and proud.
@Cecil Pierre Like I said and often hear him say, he identifies as being black. He is black and so proud to be. Why are you arguing?
Lol. He is so silly. It's nice to see a fine man who doesn't take himself too seriously.
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In this day, age people are still asking people about their nationality. He is Black, and proud. Love him!
They feel entitled enough debate amongst themselves and to demand a complete stranger proclaim how they identify to use that opportunity to condemn them if they answer too “wrong” for their taste. Or they’re looking for validation depending on whether they solely claim their Blackness or not. Either way, it’s pathetic lol
He is fine, gorgeous, gifted, and blessed by God. I hope I will meet him one day.
Such a sweet down to earth guy!...Wish him all the best... :)
Nationality, race, ethnicity are 3 different things. The American education system has a lot to answer for
@Desirea Winton Thanks for this breakdown! I never really understood the difference between race and ethnicity.
😂
I believe he knew what they were asking.
😂🤣🤷🏾♂️
It’s not just the education system. It’s all throughout the legal system. The concept of race in America has been used to exploit and exclude people since before our independence from Great Britain. They created race to maintain power and white supremacy.
One thing for sure he is NOT only Smart. Intelligent, Handsome, Sensual, Sexy. Level headed and an Adoring Great dad as well as a Great man.
God took his time making this Man!!! And I thank him!!! Because all around Just Beautiful
he is a very good looking man...And I have seen him in a lot of movies
His nationality is American ... you’re asking his ethnicity
He is so handsome :-)
"I like hennessy and I'm late for most stuff, I'm African American". No he didn't...
Thought the same thing
TwinkleStar rightttt🤣🤣🤣that statement was facts lol !!!! Y’all need to stop being a Debbie downers when you know it’s a true statement !!
First off I be on time....let me shut up lying
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@TwinkleStar right you know that's what we do 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I'd prob be mad if a non black person said I'd prob take offense to it. Lol
I fell in love with him as an actor, and then I found out the brotha can sang! He's truly my new CRUSH, big time! I love his views on life and how he's parenting his son...any woman that wouldn't want him just because he has a child, doesn't deserve him! Keep doin' whatcha' doin' Christian, I'm digging your style!
I love Christian Keyes. He's hilarious and handsome!
He should have said sexy as hell
Right 😂
Lol frfr
Always have loved the essence of this man plus never seen a bad Christian Keyes movie.
WHO CARES what his ethnicity is??...he loves Jesus and Hennessy and thats quite alright with me!
LaToya Patrice thirst
He do and he made it clear ...kudos to the brother
😂😂😂
LaToya Patrice I hear so much Hennessy.!!😃😅😎
LaToya Patrice 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣🤣🤣🤣
I know that’s right, I am Black Period ✊🏾
Pamela Johnson yessssssssssss💕
Do disrespect, but “black” is a legal status, not a skin color or phenotype description. Black means dead in the eyes of the law, civiliter mortuus. Consider yourself American until you claim your Nationality. Black and African American are nom de guerres, brands.
"I'm late for most stuff. I love Hennessy. I'm African American. So... yeah." Classic.
He literally insulted y'all. He equated being black to liking Hennessy and you think it's a compliment. The world doesn't see a black male when they look at him. They see a fine ass exotic mixed man.
His nationality is American sis.
Gabrielle m tell that to the cops.
Kenny Mason Right! Please tell them🙏🏾
Kenny Mason what does his race have to do with his nationality?
gabrielle m absolutely nothing. Some people are just dumb
Please lets just stop, The only people who aren't subjected to the one drop rule, are those whom are recently mixed between White and Black. Every black person outside Dark-Skinned-Black Africa, and in the Diaspora has admixtures, of Native America, Asian and European to some degree. Every Black man or woman think light skin is pretty and fine, so not to upset anyone and be politically correct, everyone can fit in the African American or Black biracial category.
Deuteronomy 6:5
And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.
He cleared up his "ETHNICITY", his nationality is American
And he was polite enough not to correct her. 🤷🏾♀️
It's ETHNICITY, not nationality.
Not semantics. Ethnicity and nationality are literally 2 completely different things. He is American...his nationality is American which has nothing to do with his ethnicity or race.
thank you ! that's like me pet peeve!
@@lisacox3750 which read he is a Black man period, he said he Black who drink Hennessy and most already knows Black men drinks Hennessy lol!!!
he said whatever im black very
Black is a legal status, not a skin color or phenotype description. Black means dead in the eyes of the law, civiliter mortuus. Black and African American are nom de guerres, brands.
Nationality is important and determines legal status!
Only NON-African Americans would think he is NOT Black- everyone knows Black people who look like this? LOL we are very diverse looking
I think the conversation was what is his background. I think people know he is at least part, or mostly, black. But as he just described it, he is biracial. 🤷♀️ I actually thought he was all black and just had two lighter Tina Knowles Creole type parents lol ...so I’m glad he actually cleared that up 🤔 Had no idea he was biracial like that lol 😏 👍
Please lets just stop, The only people who aren't subjected to the one drop rule, are those whom are recently mixed between White and Black. Every black person outside Dark-Skinned-Black Africa, and in the Diaspora has admixtures, of Native America, Asian and European to some degree. Every Black man or woman think light skin is pretty and fine, so not to upset anyone and be politically correct, everyone can fit in the African American or Black biracial category.
"Diversity" aka Mixed!
Cinnamon Lee He said BOTH. He said he has a BLACK father and a French and Native American MOTHER. That is BI or RACIAL, or multiracial. His mother is not black. And he was saying but he considers himself black, as do a lot of mixed people, or those who are multiracial and identify as solely as black. I don’t need you to tell me what he said. I watched the video. Thanks 👍
Cinnamon Lee AND AS HE SAID, he said both things. Just go find some business. You sound ridiculous. I watched the video, and nothing I said is incorrect. Get a life , weirdo 👍
1 WHOLE DAY WITH HIM, PLEASE
Yesssss he is black why is it that when people are cute they aren’t black ??? Oh I am proud he is happy to be black , blacks sexy mon mwah 💋❤️💕🥰love you bro !
Amazingly handsome,very proud of his Heritage. He proudly said I’m BLACK !!! You ROCK!!! 😄
I've always wondered what his ethnicity is. I was guessing black and Indian/Honduran something like that. He's beautiful either way.
There's No Honduran in him No way he's a light skinned black man I have this all in my family for years WE come in a variety when it comes to black American people
He's American that's his Nationality and he's black which is his race.
He said he is black and he looks black, which is what people usually judge, so I'm going to say he is black and not mixed. When mixed becomes an actual recognized race maybe but for now he is black. Real talk we are all mixed if you looked genetically but that's too much to unpack.
@Cecil Pierre never realized how many confused, crazy, delusional, and stupid people there are in this world. Think what you want and fuck off.
Black, native and white so multiracial
Christan is a fine looking brother he did a good job in Madea movie. May God continue to bless him.
I'm sure he knows what was meant by question ...that's why he gave the answer people was looking for.
BLACK MAN THAT SAY IT LOUD,,,I'M BLACK & I'M PROUD!!!!
I FEEL THE SAME WAY,,,I'M A BLACK MAN!!!!💯💯💯
Education is fundamental.
I’m Blackity Black Black. Lol. Love!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
“Black,” “African American,” and “Native American” are brands (nom de guerres). Nationality goes far beyond an individual’s place of birth/domicile. It’s directed affiliated with legal status and ties her/him to a Nation.
Thank you my Brother keep it 💯
Christian has always been proud a proud BLACK MAN!
Glad we got the answer, I been dying to knw. He's fine as hell!!!!
Lol! He said he's late for most stuff. 😂
Christian Keyes I love your work brother
Yessss I love it👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
What's his nationality? Do you even know what the word "nationality" means? He's American. That's his nationality. Some people clearly didn't pay attention in high school. Now if you asked what is his ETHNICITY, then he would have answered correctly.
just so you know I know I am late and I hate to knock your big head off of the high horse you and the others are on but nationality is literally synonymous with ethnicity according to the thesaurus so the person can use it in the same context if they so choose!
Jasmine Bell 😱😭😭😭😭
@@jas7869 😏
We know what she meant
@@jas7869 no
Nationality is a legal identification of a person in international law, establishing the person as a subject, a national, , of a sovereign state
- Wikipedia
the status of belonging to a particular nation, whether by birth or naturalization:
-dictionary.com
Black and Beautiful!
Love it! Great comeback! I’m black, period! Then walk away! 🔥
He's not though.
I figured there was Native American in him...his skin tone, hair and facial structure makes it quite obvious! Now I'd like to see him with long hair!😍😍😍 So happy to know that he recognizes himself as black and proud of it! I am a mixture as well but I always say that I'm black, period!
Black , Indian and beautiful.youalllllll.
Good Answer...keeping it light and real ! He can call me "Stella" lol
Well I'm glad he cleared that up. I knew he had to have had some indian in him! Whether it was west Indian, east Indian or native indian! He' is a gorgeous man, I can't get over it.
He's precious!
I expect no different from him. He use to date my cousin grew up in the Beecher area in MI always been very nice and humble
Handsome, smart , and talented. Blessings. 😊🙏
Thank You
I’m happy he cleared that up. He’s black and like Hennessy. Lol
Please lets just stop, The only people who aren't subjected to the one drop rule, are those whom are recently mixed between White and Black. Every black person outside Dark-Skinned-Black Africa, and in the Diaspora has admixtures, of Native America, Asian and European to some degree. Every Black man or woman think light skin is pretty and fine, so not to upset anyone and be politically correct, everyone can fit in the African American or Black biracial category.
love him
i watch EVERYTHING this man is in
Speechless....
"Correction is an important part of our growth as Christians. From the day we become saved, we have things in our lives that need to be worked on and improved. God is the one who helps us through this process, mostly by correcting us of our erroneous ways. God takes delight in those who take correction because it shows that they are willing to follow His guidance in their lives. A major part of loving God is being obedient; taking correction is a part of that obedience.
Dear God, I pray that I will always be someone who takes correction well. May I never become proud and think that I am above improving my ways. I do not desire to veer into foolishness, Lord. Guide me accordingly, Father. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth." Proverbs 3:11-12
Nationality: Where you were born or the country that your passport is issued from.
Ethnicity: Where your ancestors originated.
The United States has a seriously antiquated educational system that needs to be dismantled and overhauled😒
“Black,” “African American,” and “Native American” are brands (nom de guerres). Nationality goes far beyond an individual’s place of birth/domicile. It’s directed affiliated with legal status and ties her/him to a Nation.
That's why I said "or the country that your passport is issued from"
love it!!
Thank you Christian for clarification 😇
Why is it that people still don't know the difference between nationality, ethnicity, and race?
he looks like a better looking version of Ginuwine.
Not one bit does he look like Ginuwine.
Yes he does remind me of ginuwine but in his younger days not the current one lol
No he does not. Ginuine cant touch this handsome man with no baby hair all around is face.
@@vpisces85 nope
So true!
Go On Bro. Say It Loud & Proud Y'all. I'm BLACK & Proud 🖤💜🖤
He is simply BEAUTIFUL!
He's so sexy and he seems humble. That's a bit nice!
Him and Larenz Tate is my favorite
Haitian Dude periode!!! So "Sak pase nap boule" proud of you Son
Creole does not mean Haitian 😂😂😂
I love him!!♥️♥️💜
He's so handsome!!
The question probably should have been "What is your racial background?" French is a nationality, but more than likely he was saying his mother is White and Native American (Indian) and father is black. Black/African American is not a nationality but refers to race. If he wants to identify as Black that is his choice. We don't know anything about his experience to say what he should call himself. Halle Berry has a white mother but identifies with being black. It's really up to the individual. But if it were me, I'd say I'm mixed race but prefer to be classified as black. That way I'm acknowledging my makeup but embracing what I identify with most, which is what he basically did.
You are what your father is. If the father is black that's what most people identify with.
dee27206 I think it varies. I know mixed race people who say I'm black regardless of which parent is black and I know those who say I'm mixed. But it's all good.
I dare to say most American blacks are mixed. This is our nationality......he’s not friench by your rationale he’s just American
Maybe America's historical decision that 1 drop rule of black blood made 1 black. Maybe there are plenty of black people in 1 family ranging from dark. To light. That's black America.
He answered the question she was intending to ask. She was trying to find a polite way to say, "Are you black? You don't look black." She was asking about race and his answer shows that he understood her question. Also... using French instead of white is intentional way to address race. If he said, white it would be assumed that he means American white... French says that she's partially white from France. Having said that, I don't think he is disenfranchising himself from his mother's side... and neither is it a critique. It's just who he is. You're suggesting how he classifies his identity is wrong by saying what you would do if it were you and why you would do it. This isn't about you though. I don't mean that as a criticism I mean that to say both of you can be who you are without it being criticizing. His identity does not reflect on you and yours doesn't reflect on him. Choosing to identify as one race over another does not lessen the importance of the other. If you're mixed... great! If he's black great!
wow is he the first mixed guy that actually embraced his black side i like that
He said he's late for most stuff. I love it!
The one drop rule huh -_-...he should be proud and represent his other side the French and native..stop saying just black..what does that even mean? Black as in what? Somali? Nigerian? Come on confused mixed people.
His isnt considered to be part of the "one drop rule". The dominant race is black in his case which comes from his fathers side hence the dark skin. Which we will just say is 50%. Most mixed people will say they are black..nothing wrong with that..
***** exactly..I guess at the end of the day it's your preference but for me I have to acknowledge all my racial backgrounds because it means more to me than those who just conform and go with the rest of the crowd..but usually if you're mixed but look more black u just stick with that because most people see u as that but if u do looked more mixed people will always bring that out and ask u through their curiosity.
*****
I'm mixed, and I am extremely fair, but I grew up with my black family, and most people who speak to me on the phone assume I'm born and raised in the Caribbean. I relate to, I act like, I gravitate to black or African culture more than anything else. I was taught by my mom that I am black, and this is what I am. Race is not my focus anyhow. I have more important things to care about. I definitely do not want to associate myself with white though that's for sure. I'm either mixed, or black. Either or works fine.
reealitey That sounds just fine to me..who u choose to associate with is your choice but as long as u acknowledge all parts of your mix because u can't escape that even if u decide to blend in with only one side..I'm a dark tan but still don't look black so blacks don't really accept me and of course whites don't because I'm not white sooo I blend in perfectly with my spanish people =P..we get along very well and they also resemble my culture a lot too so it works..I'm always running around so proudly acknowledging all 3 sides of my mix Middle Eastern African and Brazilian
***** honestly, it sounds as if you have the issue more than others do. I am probably lighter than you based on your description of your colour (I have Mya, or Alicia Keys' complexion when they are not tanned), and I know some black people who don't fully accept me, but all of my friends growing up have always been black, and I don't need to be accepted by all. I've never had a white friend. I also understand that it has to do with where you come from as well. My city is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, so people here are pretty decent. I usually went to schools where I can count the amount of white people in my school on one hand, so it's also about where you come from as well. I think white people do not know what I am usually, they just know I'm not white. I can fit into many cultures as well. During World Cup Soccer, I can join any country pretty much and cheer along. I am just most comfortable with my own Caribbean people from the African Diaspora. That's all. Peace
finally, some1 who the meaning of nationality versus ethnicity
I love it!!! Lord he is fine I love all his movies!!! ❤️
Excellent King.
damn, he is finnnnneeee.
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Who cares. You know you are not at a professional event when you are asked those kind of questions
Don't matter what race he is he is handsome💝💝
I don't care all of that mixture created one of God's beautiful creatures. God blessed him with a lovely brain and from what I've seen from a distance good character! You rock!!! Never let them deny any part of you!!!
His nationality is American. His ethnicity is Creole. If he considers himself African American... cool. I’m Creole too. My mother’s side is Native American and black and my fathers side is French, Spanish, and African. I don’t consider myself African-American though. I’m not African. Nor am I black. I’m mixed race. My skin is brown, my hair is coiled, and my eyes are brown, so to people who only focus on skin color and hair texture as a sign of mixed genetics, I’m just black. And when I say otherwise, I get called a self hater. I’m not black. I’m Creole. A very proud Creole and I’m waiting for the day when Creole ethnicity is recognized.
Thank you for knowing the difference!! 👍🏾👍🏾
The majority of your blood is black, your mom is half black and your dad has black in him as well, your not mixed, you have an admixture. Mixed is bi racial.
@Lola Gunz his mom is French and Native American. This is what makes him creole. He is a mix of a mix and African American. He can't claim to be a whole of anything if one of his parents is already mixed. If that is the case, what should a person with two African American parents be called?
@Prima Donna Admixture isn't fully mixed, it means partially.. not fully.
@Prima Donna Hon, your not 3 races equally, your more black than anything. Black ppl are brown skin honey.. stop your crap.
Please know the difference between race and nationality.
Please
I just heard he’s proud to be black no matter what...
I loveeeeeeee this man
I. Love him.
Bless you.
I love Hennie, so I'm Afro American. Hilarious!
He didn’t answer the question lol
His Nationality is American
He's truly fiiiiiine 😍😍😍😍
He's from my city. Love me some Mr. Keys!
I thought he was Puerto Rican. Lol!
Me too!
laina1976 me three