Viola Davis Talks New Memoir "Finding Me", Her Relationship With Parents, Michelle Obama & More

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  • @figure8outchile
    @figure8outchile Před 2 lety +816

    She expresses herself so eloquently. She exemplifies strength through trials and tribulations. I'm proud of you Viola.

    • @CBlackwell
      @CBlackwell Před 2 lety +2

      YES!

    • @loyourobsession
      @loyourobsession Před 2 lety

      🥺🥺🥺👏👏💕💕

    • @Quettasbedhead
      @Quettasbedhead Před 2 lety +3

      🥺🥺🥺 that book was just marvelous it just makes me see her as a hero even more she's beautiful inside and out

    • @Jayohoward25
      @Jayohoward25 Před 2 lety +1

      @@CBlackwell thanks again I was

  • @dannyezechukwu1175
    @dannyezechukwu1175 Před 2 lety +669

    Viola Davis just comes off as a woman who demands respect. The energy is unreal.

    • @nenej12
      @nenej12 Před 2 lety +20

      Very much so…she reads the room you can tell

    • @tootsierollpop9185
      @tootsierollpop9185 Před 2 lety +4

      😳...NOPE....DONT FEEL LIKE DEBATING HER...OVER WHY I WANT HER TO GET ON TOP THIS TIME...🍧...SHE SEEMS DIFFICULT....NOPE

    • @jenisewashington336
      @jenisewashington336 Před 2 lety +9

      Her energy is God like completely.

    • @tootsierollpop9185
      @tootsierollpop9185 Před 2 lety +3

      @@jenisewashington336 ... 😳..GOD LIKE....REALLY ?.....

    • @TheHollywoodList
      @TheHollywoodList Před 2 lety +2

      @@tootsierollpop9185 What do you mean?

  • @JimmyJamesMcCrary
    @JimmyJamesMcCrary Před 2 lety +288

    I think “storytelling” is Viola’s calling. No matter what it is…. Movie’s, Award Acceptance Speech, Books, or Interviews… Sis is an amazing teller of stories. 🖤💫

    • @samanthabrown814
      @samanthabrown814 Před 2 lety +5

      I think you’re right!

    • @martibaby
      @martibaby Před rokem +2

      Oh true , somebody tells Viola that! I could listen to her hours! She is incredible

    • @ednarogers8652
      @ednarogers8652 Před rokem +2

      Oh I totally agree with you....her narrating her life story was not just entertaining but all so meaningful. I would tell any body & everybody to get on Audible & take a listen to her story !

  • @staciestacie1327
    @staciestacie1327 Před 2 lety +261

    "You haven't meet all the people who are going to love you in this life." Carrying hate and animosity will leave you unavailable. So you have to "let it go."
    "There is something about someone seeing you. And liking you." I simply enjoy AND love your work. Now the back story. Wow

    • @peachessmalls1857
      @peachessmalls1857 Před 2 lety +3

      Yes ma'am

    • @americanbeauty171
      @americanbeauty171 Před 2 lety +4

      That was so true! I felt that❤️

    • @thegoose2724
      @thegoose2724 Před 2 lety +2

      I’ve always felt that but I never knew what it was or how to convey it. Just thinking on the surface of what it means is a very beautiful gift from the heavens. To have the ability of not bogging ourselves down with all the useless, petty and worthless people we’ve met in order to concentrate on the ones we have yet to discover has to be one of the best gifts to receive in this wonderful journey called life. Especially knowing that some of them will in fact love us as much or even more than we’ll love them!!!!
      Out

  • @argue.with.yourself
    @argue.with.yourself Před 2 lety +859

    There are certain interviews that remind us why the Breakfast club is such a staple in our culture. Viola is a legend and I'm happy we acknowledge that, even when award shows fail to do so. Great interview💐💐

  • @kristasalomon5034
    @kristasalomon5034 Před 2 lety +440

    literally 5 minutes in and this has to be one of the best Breakfast Club interviews period to date🙌🏾🤎 Viola is 👑

  • @americanbeauty171
    @americanbeauty171 Před 2 lety +365

    These boys and girl did their homework for Mrs.Davis...The questions are well thought out and they are listening and engaging.❤️ Go Breakfast Club!!!

  • @rachelbraden71
    @rachelbraden71 Před 2 lety +390

    I wholeheartedly adore this woman. She made me cry. She’s so knowledgeable, yet vulnerable. She dropped so many jewels. Beautiful interview. ♥️♥️♥️

    • @lmac5902
      @lmac5902 Před 2 lety +2

      Enjoyed this interview. She's been through it. I'm proud of .her, but her work is not my go-to because there's little light. Seems as if Viola select roles that reflective of her personal damages and tragedies. I rarely enjoy her movies because they are too dark and depressive. I'm eager to see her play more than tragic figures beaten up by life. She's beautiful and brilliant at her craft, it would be such a joy to watch her embody a woman without so much baggage and callousness.

    • @LUVJONZ99
      @LUVJONZ99 Před 2 lety +2

      Read her book!!!!

    • @4_t_h_
      @4_t_h_ Před rokem

      Knowledgeable yet vulnerable 👍

  • @shamarianharris5885
    @shamarianharris5885 Před 2 lety +580

    Finished her book yesterday via Audible, she narrates it beautifully with her powerful voice, I laughed I cried, this woman is a true survivor. Do yourself a favor and read or listen this book!!!

    • @cameronspencer7105
      @cameronspencer7105 Před 2 lety +8

      Thanks for the review - I’m about to get on audible now!!

    • @blkyogi999
      @blkyogi999 Před 2 lety +7

      My Mother’s Day gift and I can’t wait until it arrives

    • @aishanicolelifestyle8289
      @aishanicolelifestyle8289 Před 2 lety +2

      @@cameronspencer7105 Yes I'm buying it

    • @Phenique35
      @Phenique35 Před 2 lety +6

      Fell in love with her after watching How To Get Away with Murder. She's amazing!

    • @MrBencarew
      @MrBencarew Před 2 lety +6

      If she did the narration I'm def checking it out I love her voice and when she laughs is the best 👌🏾

  • @leesam7963
    @leesam7963 Před 2 lety +66

    "As a black woman I keep things in because I know I won't be protected." I had to rewind that back a few times.

  • @shawnlittle73
    @shawnlittle73 Před 2 lety +360

    I cried throughout this interview.. she answered some questions I was asking myself and pain I was going through as a child.
    THIS WAS THERAPY FOR ME!!!

    • @carolinagirl2428
      @carolinagirl2428 Před 2 lety +11

      🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾You got this! Keep healing!❤🤞🏿❤🤞🏿

    • @deegumbs1306
      @deegumbs1306 Před 2 lety +8

      Wow wow, I just shared this with 4 people I truly cared about. It has taken several stop and repeat sessions, for healing moments to get thru this interview. This Viola has lived my life. Crying, listening and healing. Honestly this Is the Therapist I needed. To anyone Hurting stay strong 💪 🙏 for your healing always.

    • @tasharicarter626
      @tasharicarter626 Před 2 lety +4

      Me 2 🙌🏽

    • @shawnlittle73
      @shawnlittle73 Před 2 lety +10

      @@deegumbs1306 Y’all going to have me crying again.. reading you’ll beautiful comments

    • @normaarias4977
      @normaarias4977 Před 2 lety +8

      We’re all healing and Viola Davis did a fantastic job of relating to all of us

  • @mariamysoul
    @mariamysoul Před 2 lety +106

    "I don't know the definition of grace, only that it meets you where you are, and doesn't leave you how it found you"... " You are only as connected to others ,as you are connected to your self" ...How you love defines your life!!! Great job everyone, Viola's wisdom and the Breakfast club at its best. Thank you

  • @jasminesanders6034
    @jasminesanders6034 Před 2 lety +200

    Viola Davis on the breakfast club. Man they have a legend in their seat. I know she about to drop some real knowledge today. Her, Angela Bassett, Jamie Foxx, Samuel L Jackson and Denzel are my top five favorite actors

  • @ILoveNaeSayers
    @ILoveNaeSayers Před 2 lety +159

    Charlemagne was on it for this interview. Loved his questions and Viola didn’t disappoint on the responses. Great interview!!

    • @gavebirthtoqueens6771
      @gavebirthtoqueens6771 Před 2 lety +23

      I noticed when he really respects the person he gives a great interview.

    • @BriaBarrows
      @BriaBarrows Před 2 lety +9

      He’s come a long way as an interviewer 👌🏾

    • @nenej12
      @nenej12 Před 2 lety +2

      @@BriaBarrows he definitely has DJ envy not so much lol I didn’t like his questions

    • @TheHollywoodList
      @TheHollywoodList Před 2 lety +1

      yeah he was well prepped and had the questions ready!

    • @chriswilt208
      @chriswilt208 Před 2 lety

      He really really did

  • @jermainejr11
    @jermainejr11 Před rokem +47

    Gem, after gem, after gem, after gem, after gem. I loved watching her ‘channel’ her highest self for those clear, impactful, and profound messages. She has always been serenely beautiful in my eyes, and as I sit here in tears and chills, I become even more grateful for Viola Davis.

    • @hornybodhisattva
      @hornybodhisattva Před rokem +1

      I put this conversation on repeat this is gold ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @latrichekent2783
    @latrichekent2783 Před 2 lety +33

    “Courage is just fear 😧 said with prayers,”well said Viola. ❤️

  • @georgeparker8198
    @georgeparker8198 Před 2 lety +307

    Viola Davis is a top tier actor. Put her performances up there with anyone, male or female. She is truly one of the all time greats

    • @Nappy2theRoot
      @Nappy2theRoot Před 2 lety +4

      Agreed

    • @june5306
      @june5306 Před 2 lety +2

      💯💯

    • @nunyabusiness3516
      @nunyabusiness3516 Před 2 lety +9

      💯 I will never forget her in Antoine Fischer. She spoke NO words and conveyed EVERY emotion. I've never seen another actor do that

    • @ericataylor3693
      @ericataylor3693 Před 2 lety +5

      She really is an amazing person and actress!

    • @noahlegendjames2569
      @noahlegendjames2569 Před 2 lety +2

      @@nunyabusiness3516 I literally just had this conversation

  • @p.lissade8016
    @p.lissade8016 Před 2 lety +363

    Her transparency and honesty are refreshing. So glad that the entertainment industry is making room for these types of conversations.

    • @cheriegalens1368
      @cheriegalens1368 Před 2 lety +1

      YESSSS

    • @ddacoe0
      @ddacoe0 Před 2 lety

      She's amazing! Love your profile pic of the different colored hands btw

    • @vivianclarke246
      @vivianclarke246 Před 2 lety

      Yes so true 🙌

    • @cocoloso030
      @cocoloso030 Před 2 lety

      Exactly.... I love her honesty, humbleness, and transparency

  • @amieshawilliams
    @amieshawilliams Před 2 lety +67

    Applause DJ Envy, Angela Yee and Charlamayne for an outstanding interview. Miss Viola Davis, you are the Aunt/Big Sister I wish I had.

  • @silindilekhuzwayo249
    @silindilekhuzwayo249 Před 2 lety +5

    "The pain, the trauma is equal to the joy and the peace in your life" 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯 Ms Viola, wow🙌🙌

  • @monicawilliams2770
    @monicawilliams2770 Před 2 lety +326

    I love this beautiful black woman. She is the example of what a strong black woman is 💛 I love how deep she goes into things just talking. Her acting career is superb love love love you Mrs. Viola💛💛💛💛

    • @aDDmoreJuiceTV
      @aDDmoreJuiceTV Před 2 lety +4

      INDEED!

    • @tootsierollpop9185
      @tootsierollpop9185 Před 2 lety +3

      ... SHE'S GOOD AT PLAYING THE VICTIM....SHE CRYS WELL ON FILM...🕵️...BUT...SHE AINT NO ROLE MODEL.....NAW

    • @---456
      @---456 Před 2 lety +7

      @@tootsierollpop9185 she may not be your role model but she's obviously so much more to others. let us celebrate this beautiful black woman damn 🙄

    • @tootsierollpop9185
      @tootsierollpop9185 Před 2 lety +1

      @@---456 ...😼...OHHHHH JUST EAT HER ALREADY...WHY DONT YA..... SHE'S AVERAGE AT BEST... WHEN NOT POKING HER LIPS OUT AND CRYING..😶

    • @bettymwangi4092
      @bettymwangi4092 Před 2 lety +1

      @@---456 Thank you!

  • @DH-uw3us
    @DH-uw3us Před 2 lety +246

    So powerful. I appreciate how real she is about how she hasn’t “arrived” yet. I feel like in a lot of interviews people give off this energy as if they’ve gotten past certain things that we all grapple with as humans, but she’s speaking realness in the sense that she’s still a work in progress. She’s still dealing with the human emotions that we all go through and haven’t mastered yet unlike some people that make it seem like they’ve figured it out.

  • @autumn3510
    @autumn3510 Před 2 lety +52

    The way she talks is like she is illustrating a story when answering each question. Each sentence is colorful, vibrant, and you can feel her emotion. Amazing!

  • @prettyassdisa
    @prettyassdisa Před 2 lety +89

    Every movie, every show, every single interview with Viola in it just makes me feel so full. Her words and personality fill up the room, she’s real and that’s what makes her so special to watch

  • @maryfields877
    @maryfields877 Před 2 lety +293

    This interview was everything. Her discussion of colorism really hit home as a dark skinned Black woman. I suffered alot of abuse during my middle school years, I didn't go to the majority Black high school most of my classmate went to. I opted to go where the city assigned me where the population of Black student was very low. I never, ever suffered any colorism while I was there. I was part of a multicultural society where everyone just wanted to work hard, not worry about hair, clothes, or skin tone. It was such a blessing I ended up where I did, but I felt like an abused puppy at first.

    • @maryfields877
      @maryfields877 Před 2 lety +15

      @@theeladyj Yeah, it was. I was tormented and I'll never really understood why. One guy later on in life said it was because they liked me, but that's not the way. It was quite awful.

    • @Nekole1
      @Nekole1 Před 2 lety +20

      Wow. Your story sounds similiar to mine. I have endured years of colorism abuse from people. It took me up until my 30s to overcome it. I pray for younger darkskin women who are going through this. I know the effects it can have on your self image overall. I find that many blk ppl are indeed obsessed with skintone, the way a person dresses, hair and whether you are "ballin" or not. Once I stopped associating with blk ppl who were consumed with these things, honestly colorism doesnt even cross my mind anymore. Believe me, i endured years of abuse from ppl. But one thing I learned is that its many ppl who enjoy bullying darker ppl. So I will never ever let them see me sweat. Many women will try so hard to make you uncomfortable. You cant show weakess or insecurity around lightskin women. Thats what they want us to do. AVOID them alltogethr if you can. I also dont get on social media and avoid discussions of colorism alltogether. This will help you to not think about it as much and avoid the triggers where your mind takes you back the experiences. Its crazy because I was obsessed over this colorism stuff now I dont even think about my skintone. I also dont following biracial and WW on youtube unless its motivation or professional content. Other than that I prefer to follow brown and dark skin BW. You will feel free from colorism and the shackles of trauma that blk ppl want to put on each other.
      Oh and I forgot to add. I also work around highly professional men and women from ALL backgrounds. Do not just work around ALL blks. These is where you will see that you may think about colorism more.
      Hope this helps!

    • @maryfields877
      @maryfields877 Před 2 lety +13

      @@Nekole1 I'm at the age where none of this bothers me anymore, but her discussion definitely triggered something in me. I just left the Black community altogether. It was so dysfunctional, there was nothing I could gain from it. Also, the city I'm from was so expensive, it was cheaper to live somewhere else. As far a lighter skinned women, my mom is one so are two of my very best lifelong friends. I only had a problem with the men. They were just horrible. Of course, when I got older and filled out I got alot of attention from them, but the damage was already done; mentally and physically I was never really attracted to them like that.
      I never really gave any thought about my complexion after middle school. I didn't have people in my ear obsessing about it all the time. It was just noise, and since that noise was gone, I finally had peace. I was blessed to have really awesome friends from all backgrounds; we were like family. Something I could never get in my own community at the time. What a shame. I don't know whose to blame, the White man I suppose, but ain't nary one of those households had a White man living in it, shit much less a Black man, let's keep it real. Black folk just pass down this toxicity from one generation to the next. I had to be done.

    • @Nekole1
      @Nekole1 Před 2 lety +4

      @@maryfields877 Hi Mary, Thanks for replying. Same here. I feel the exact same way about blk men. The damage is unbearable. I also got tired of holding grduges so I forgived but never forgot the experiences. And kept my distance from many men. I also find that many will say things to get a reaction that feeds into the toxicity. I dont entertain it. I can completely relate.

    • @BriaBarrows
      @BriaBarrows Před 2 lety +2

      I’m sorry this was your experience 🙏🏾

  • @alfredasmith8278
    @alfredasmith8278 Před 2 lety +393

    This Interview literally was an eye opener for me. It helped validate a lot of things I’m going through in my life right now. Love her Realness and Honesty. Love her🙏🏽🙌🏽😊

    • @conniechoward
      @conniechoward Před 2 lety +5

      I love this

    • @Classicbellz
      @Classicbellz Před 2 lety +2

      Seriously 🌺

    • @tootsierollpop9185
      @tootsierollpop9185 Před 2 lety +2

      😏. NOTHING SHE SAID....CHANGED MY LIFE.

    • @PK-kitti
      @PK-kitti Před 2 lety +2

      She is the best

    • @cocoloso030
      @cocoloso030 Před 2 lety +3

      Girl.... from this moment forward I'm really going to seriously try not to live in fear and do all the things I've always wanted to do.

  • @truthx2hurts98
    @truthx2hurts98 Před 2 lety +85

    She is the essence of beauty and as a dark skin woman I’m honored to share with her the beautiful shade of being“darker than a paper bag “ she helps me remember to readjust my crown in this world. Much love and respect

  • @sydneewest2436
    @sydneewest2436 Před 2 lety +36

    “How you love & your willingness to connect to them defines your life”
    So many gems in this interview- beautifully spoken

  • @oneofone7773
    @oneofone7773 Před 2 lety +268

    Viola is dropping gems this morning “there’s no sacred space to be you” I felt that one people only want to celebrate the good about you the rest they just give you blank stares or criticism, and her need to know what to do with herself at 56 hit me. I’m there now at 28 I guess it’s never ending for some people no matter how much you accomplish you still want more.

    • @nastynupe
      @nastynupe Před 2 lety +1

      Is she really? Or is she really just trying to sell this book?

    • @mrsbrownsugarsweetz
      @mrsbrownsugarsweetz Před 2 lety +8

      Good true friends will celebrate u no matter what. I have a hand full of friends and most of them think I’m superwoman. But when I had a low point I started to see who was a true friend. Not that the others weren’t but I had to acknowledge what place they fell in. It’s ur journey, everyone wont make it. God is the only one that sticks closer than a friend. But ppl are the hands of God on this earth and God will definitely equip ppl with what u need during ur journey.

    • @Drawingboredi
      @Drawingboredi Před 2 lety +3

      @@nastynupe what's wrong with trying to sell a book with gems?

  • @QueenOfTopicsTv
    @QueenOfTopicsTv Před 2 lety +264

    EVERYTHING about this woman is BEAUTIFUL! The fact that low vibrational women in Hollywood call her ugly is sickening! This woman is beautiful! ❤️

    • @marinadhanyal8568
      @marinadhanyal8568 Před 2 lety +2

      Beauty is subjective and it truly different on your culture/ socialisation as to what you define as attractive…

    • @otisyoungblood
      @otisyoungblood Před 2 lety +5

      Until you see her play Michelle Obama smh wtf was she thinking

    • @BriaBarrows
      @BriaBarrows Před 2 lety +1

      Everything ♥️

    • @dodlevez
      @dodlevez Před 2 lety

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    • @juniorsimelane6431
      @juniorsimelane6431 Před 2 lety +7

      people call viola ugly!?

  • @donnadaisy333
    @donnadaisy333 Před rokem +2

    I agree COMPLETELY with Viola. Her stating about her parents: They did the best they could with what they had. This is exactly what helped me to move forward and forgive my parents. Exactly. So many people will not delve into their unresolved childhood issues. It - must - be - done! It must be. To move forward, one must go back and think, ponder, remember, and cry it out. Journaling is profoundly cathartic for this reason. It is something most therapists strongly recommend. I do as well. It is what brought peace to my heart and soul. I have forgiven my parents, and it was one of the most painful, difficult and emotionally exhausting things I - ever - had to do.
    Bravo, Viola! I think you are an awesome person. I am very proud of you, and I am grateful you are on this Earth to lead us as we walk a similar healing journey as you. May God bless us all. 🙏

  • @devojoe8715
    @devojoe8715 Před 2 lety +3

    “You haven’t met everybody who’s going to love you yet” HOLY S***! Great quote

  • @oracle478
    @oracle478 Před 2 lety +55

    She is literally a cross between Oprah and Iyanla, extraordinary woman.

    • @bombanade
      @bombanade Před 2 lety +3

      yup and Jennifer Lewis imo

  • @justinblvd
    @justinblvd Před 2 lety +200

    Viola is an absolute LEGEND her presence is undeniable and her spirit is beautiful. She deserves everything and more and I hope she continues to have a fruitful career. 🙏🏾💙

    • @hero4life313
      @hero4life313 Před 2 lety

      Not yet

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      @dodlevez Před 2 lety

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    • @chrisman3431
      @chrisman3431 Před 2 lety +5

      @@hero4life313 She's a. Icon and living legend FOH

    • @hero4life313
      @hero4life313 Před 2 lety

      @@chrisman3431 i love her alot but she not yet there yet

    • @chrisman3431
      @chrisman3431 Před 2 lety +7

      @@hero4life313 She's a Tony, Emmy and Oscar winning actress known worlwide and critically acclaimed with a huge cultural impact when it comes to the representation of middle age black women and dark skinned black women especially

  • @marioprioleau1562
    @marioprioleau1562 Před 2 lety +3

    This was a whole TED TALK! Very informative. Shoutout to Mrs. Davis! South Carolina represent!

  • @RockitCandy
    @RockitCandy Před 2 lety +51

    I read her book in 2 1/2 days. I couldn’t stop listening. It’s on Audible and she’s narrating her own story and it’s amazing, and opening and exhilarating. Definitely a must read and I love her even more now 🥰

    • @coulorfully
      @coulorfully Před rokem +1

      Same! Great book , Great listen... kept me hooked!

    • @shaneecuevas7990
      @shaneecuevas7990 Před rokem +1

      I just listened to it in a day and a half. Excellent book!

  • @lovairehawkins4810
    @lovairehawkins4810 Před 2 lety +161

    This was a PHENOMENAL interview. Viola is a National Gem!!! LEGENDARY!!

  • @jgood4010
    @jgood4010 Před 2 lety +55

    As a very dark man our trauma is bad too but I will say I had 2 dark sisters mine was not as bad as theirs. Many black folks deny colorism or how bad colorism is like white folks deny racism

  • @21chocolatedrop
    @21chocolatedrop Před 2 lety +87

    We love you Viola. My grandmother on my dad side name was Viola. She got hit by a train when my dad was a kid. She was also darker than a brown paper bag. I wish she got to be here to see her kids grow up and become adults. She deserved that. But I know she’s an ancestor speaking to my dad and the rest of her kids clearly. Thank you for being a visual of who she could’ve been 🙏🏿

  • @mzhotniz86
    @mzhotniz86 Před 2 lety +52

    Omg im gonna cry. I can relate so much to her. Feeling unaccepted, dealing w abuse, being neglected by family and sometimes society...and rising up and finding strength

  • @Bookwithbrook
    @Bookwithbrook Před 2 lety +80

    Now THAT was an amazing interview! I love how they all flowed together. You can see the awe from Ye, Envy and Char and how they all truly admired and listened to her. That was incredible.

  • @kl.8992
    @kl.8992 Před 2 lety +163

    I was WAITING for her to come on The Breakfast Club!! THIS is the epitome of black excellence and regality. She deserves all of her accolades yet still deserves so much more.

  • @Vibrantthing2024
    @Vibrantthing2024 Před 2 lety +3

    Angela Ye is a great interviewer...she always comes prepared.

  • @claudiaw8865
    @claudiaw8865 Před 2 lety +29

    Ms Viola keeps it 100%! Wise, beautiful, curious and funny. So many gems and points of reflection:
    - Find a sacred space to be You!
    - Who around you is emotionally available or not?
    - Pain /Trauma = to Joy/Peace
    - Imposter Syndrome (alive and kicking)
    - Unforgiveness blocks life
    ...and the list could goes on. She is a heart-centred black woman and an extraordinary role model of her gifts.
    The stats about actors that "make it" and earnings was mind boggling.
    I'm excited to read or listen to the book. I love her voice so audible may be the winner!!!

  • @Loonz1926
    @Loonz1926 Před 2 lety +91

    WHAT?! Viola Davis?! Instant click and watch!
    Edit: I just got to the part where she talks about passing the baton to yourself and I cried because I’m at a point in life where I’m looking for the next version of Brandon to pass it to. I feel so lost and don’t know how to push forward or where to aim. She just gave me inspiration by saying that.

    • @dancingverona1281
      @dancingverona1281 Před 2 lety +7

      Same. I understand what your saying . I’m looking for a good therapist at the moment. Good luck in your self discovery

    • @AJ56909
      @AJ56909 Před 2 lety +5

      The beautiful part is that we all go through this. As long as you keep doing the internal work, you will get there!!! Don’t be down on yourself.🙏🏾 and 💪🏾 for the journey.

    • @AJ56909
      @AJ56909 Před 2 lety +3

      @@dancingverona1281 💪🏾 Therapy is Life!!!!!

    • @sherondaness7505
      @sherondaness7505 Před 2 lety +2

      Same Brandon. Same.

    • @americanbeauty171
      @americanbeauty171 Před 2 lety +1

      @@AJ56909 love your encouragement sis!

  • @josiep1291
    @josiep1291 Před 2 lety +83

    It's something about her spirit and the way she carries herself and speaks that touches my soul. She has a way to make you look inward at parts of yourself that you didn't know you needed to look at and celebrate your triumphs. I love some Viola Davis!

  • @ponysart6078
    @ponysart6078 Před 2 lety +1

    OMG...I am a black woman from Montreal Canada, 67 yrs old. I can relate to sooo much of Miss Davis's experiences. Thank you so much for having her on & for her insights. WE QUEENS.

  • @SheSo_ILL
    @SheSo_ILL Před 2 lety +14

    I can listen to her all day. Her voice, her delivery and her poise is everything.

  • @TheBronzeQueen
    @TheBronzeQueen Před 2 lety +89

    Viola had tears coming out of my eyes. There’s so much emotion in this interview and I felt so much of it. Keep doing your thing Queen V!

  • @honestlysis
    @honestlysis Před 2 lety +88

    Viola is so so wise! She dropped so many gems in this interview. When she said, "You haven't met all the people who will love you yet." It really almost made me cry. I love this woman! I literally just did a reading with the title "Forgiveness Is Not For The Other Person, It's About You". If you feel called please come check it out!

    • @ritarita4862
      @ritarita4862 Před 2 lety

      Hello. Where is the reading located? Thanks.

    • @cocoloso030
      @cocoloso030 Před 2 lety +3

      So many GEMS.... "you haven't met all the people who will love tou yet." At that very moment thats when I lost it.

  • @Tavymckenzie
    @Tavymckenzie Před 2 lety +54

    Charlamagne is really the goat, he’s grown so much in his career. It’s usually the questions that he asks and how he’s able to carry an interview for me, but this one he really was just mostly sitting back and listening letting Angela and envy have it. And you can tell when someone like a viola comes into the show he’s mostly observant and intrigued. It’s super amazing to watch.

  • @anotherpointofview222
    @anotherpointofview222 Před rokem +2

    One of the beautiful things I see about Ms Viola Davis in the context of this conversation, is how she responds to their questions.
    A question gets asked, she answers, "Yes, yes,..." or "No."
    Direct and thoughtful.
    I view that as sign of respect, sincerity, honesty and courage.

  • @ashleymichele7266
    @ashleymichele7266 Před 2 lety +93

    Just in the first 6 minutes she got me in my feelings. My free audible credit will be spent on Viola.

    • @autumnleaves8815
      @autumnleaves8815 Před 2 lety +4

      Girl it’s worth every inch…and remember you’ll get another credit next month witch is in 3 days, I enjoyed this book so much, I started listening at 12 midnightish and ended around 9 am…I loved this audible 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

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      @brelitty6691 Před 2 lety

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    • @Fluuuv
      @Fluuuv Před 2 lety

      @@autumnleaves8815 yass

    • @McKenzieRain151
      @McKenzieRain151 Před 2 lety +1

      Me too! Can’t wait

    • @lolaclaudia9832
      @lolaclaudia9832 Před 2 lety

      I'll do.the same!

  • @BriaBarrows
    @BriaBarrows Před 2 lety +15

    “Anybody who throws you a rope and sees you” when I tell you we need so much of this in our community

  • @JAVYxGV
    @JAVYxGV Před rokem +12

    It soothes me to listen to Viola speak on life and share her wisdom. She's so grounded. ❤️

  • @nicolesimon2045
    @nicolesimon2045 Před 2 lety +24

    I am a big fan of the TBC but this interview brought tears to my eyes, an a 39yrs old black woman I always speak of trauma, growth and representation matters. This conversation is always needed and should continue. Sending vibrations of love and respect to Mrs Viola Davis.

  • @AnimeBoysOnly
    @AnimeBoysOnly Před 2 lety +108

    I love this interview especially her addressing colorism's effect on darkskinned women and girls

    • @cynthiasolomon6383
      @cynthiasolomon6383 Před 2 lety

      Absolutely.Peace

    • @apresnousledelugeloral4335
      @apresnousledelugeloral4335 Před 2 lety

      @Belltown Daisy Please don't use your ignorance as facts. Colorism is a byproducts of racism which is GLOBAL. There are woman across the world I'm every country in the continents that experience racism, misogyny and colorism. It's manifest differently. Google manifest please.

    • @The1CareerChic
      @The1CareerChic Před 2 lety

      Spot on! Still experience this in 2022 from folks. Just so happy she allowed herself to be transparent.

    • @cynthiasolomon6383
      @cynthiasolomon6383 Před 2 lety

      @@The1CareerChic Yesss.Peace

  • @larryboyce3164
    @larryboyce3164 Před 2 lety +143

    I love this sister in my opinion she is the epitome of what a woman should be

    • @BriaBarrows
      @BriaBarrows Před 2 lety +4

      She’s amazing

    • @MJM8715
      @MJM8715 Před 2 lety +4

      Beautiful and Intelligent 💞

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      @brelitty6691 Před 2 lety

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  • @indigoblue91
    @indigoblue91 Před 2 lety +5

    When Viola said; “Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome” I thought of the fantastic book by the same name by Dr. Joy DeGruy. A must read . The book changed my life.

  • @AveryDWilson
    @AveryDWilson Před 2 lety +6

    “How you love defines your life.” Wow.
    Thank you Queen!✨

  • @jonbois9802
    @jonbois9802 Před 2 lety +35

    The sound of her voice is powerful it’s like she speaks with conviction

  • @Mslynette79
    @Mslynette79 Před 2 lety +77

    This has been the BEST YEAR OF INTERVIEWS YET FOR TBC. I am so happy they have her on today. I love Viola Davis🥰🥰🥰

  • @veewee3706
    @veewee3706 Před 2 lety +37

    I feel somewhere in between that feeling you have after a Holy Ghost filled church service and the high you get after an intense workout. This interview was amazing. Viola Davis is the TRUTH! Thank you Breakfast Club! Thank you Viola!

  • @d72fish
    @d72fish Před 2 lety +23

    When you hear the advice from other survivors there is a sense of urgency to follow their journey to release yourself from that same pain. Clearly that pain never go's away. the becomes manageable. I truly appreciated her speaking her truth

  • @dearyvette28
    @dearyvette28 Před 2 lety +124

    Viola Davis is just what I needed this morning. I was driving with tears falling. She comes from a deep place when she speaks. When she spoke about darker skinned black Women I felt that in my Spirit. Awesome interview 🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️ absolutely beautiful

    • @crystalscott6274
      @crystalscott6274 Před 2 lety +4

      Same here, driving and in tears!! Love her!

    • @BriaBarrows
      @BriaBarrows Před 2 lety +4

      I needed this as well 🙏🏾

    • @focusedchick
      @focusedchick Před 2 lety +3

      I'm glad she spoke on it. People love denying colorism (including Envy and Charlamagne at one point) but can magically understand racism

    • @beautifulsoultress3078
      @beautifulsoultress3078 Před 2 lety +3

      I know l cried

    • @dearyvette28
      @dearyvette28 Před 2 lety +4

      @@focusedchick I agree with you. I felt like Charlemagne cut it short when she spoke about. I wanted more. She was in her zone

  • @ACEKYNG_
    @ACEKYNG_ Před 2 lety +104

    This was EVERYTHING! Such grace such poise just one classy act MS. VIOLA DAVIS a true super star.

    • @geoffowens4926
      @geoffowens4926 Před 2 lety +7

      A true super woman

    • @selfmaderish4690
      @selfmaderish4690 Před 2 lety +3

      I like how they interviewed her. No talking over each other, Cthagod acted mature. They gave her respect because she respects herself. 💯 a true example of how a great woman carries herself.

    • @TheSuperScifiShow
      @TheSuperScifiShow Před 2 lety +1

      I met her, in Sept 2016, just a few months before she got an Oscar and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She is everything and more---GREAT more---than I ever could've hoped for. She made me feel so seen, and took a few pics with me and we laughed liked Aunty and Nephew. I was so nervous but she hugged me and eased my fears & excitement over meeting her. Y'all, what u see right here is the real, awesome her. But even this doesn't compare to being in her presence and feeling her beautiful, inspiring authenticity. She is the real deal; a QUEEN of the highest order. I will never forget that day. She's AMAZING!

  • @LadyTjustwannasay
    @LadyTjustwannasay Před 2 lety +3

    9:00 WOW!!!I needed to hear that 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @nooneknows2269
    @nooneknows2269 Před 2 lety +16

    Wow, just wow. This woman! She’s not only an actor, but a prophet. Thank you Breakfast club

  • @KayzBRedd
    @KayzBRedd Před 2 lety +104

    I love Viola because she has a way of speaking, where as you kinda can hear her inside your mind. Like the things she's saying we all intuitively know, feel, and do.... But its like all of our consciouss' are on this breakfast club interview... It's comforting seeing someone who speaks love and inspiration into us as mankind. A true humanitarian!
    Love & Light

  • @user-xd6gr1yb6d
    @user-xd6gr1yb6d Před 2 lety +19

    Viola speaks. I listen. That simple.

  • @jermen5137
    @jermen5137 Před 2 lety +21

    Beyond powerful interview. Mrs. Viola Davis is truly golden, but at the same time, so human!!

  • @zaidya1
    @zaidya1 Před 2 lety +4

    I read Viola's book in 3 sittings as I could not put it down!!! It was that good as she expressed herself and healed her wounds from childhood trauma. Viola I wish you nothing but continued healing and blessings through this journey called LIFE!! GOD BLESS!💖

  • @aprilbrown9994
    @aprilbrown9994 Před 2 lety +67

    She is what you would call a whole women, just an all around women with good qualitys and morals.
    Thank you for sharing your story Queen, your priceless 🎉🎉 and you look GORGEOUS!

  • @tionak
    @tionak Před 2 lety +63

    I’m 10 chapters into her audiobook and it is HEAVY yet so relatable and beautiful to hear in her voice. She’s truly amazing. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @autumnleaves8815
      @autumnleaves8815 Před 2 lety +2

      Isn’t it wonderful, I listened from 12 midniteish till 9 am, stopped it a few times…bathroom breaks, snack breaks, but I listened, I loved it

    • @nunyabusiness3516
      @nunyabusiness3516 Před 2 lety +2

      I'm listening to the audiobook and it is INCREDIBLE!!

    • @okechukwuegonu627
      @okechukwuegonu627 Před 2 lety

      .... there's something about Viola Davis...GOD bless her 🙏

  • @sandracampbell2660
    @sandracampbell2660 Před 2 lety

    Mrs Davis hit the nail on the head ,when she said ,she prayed for her husband, and got exactly what she prayed for ,but still thinks ,he had a fault...I did the same thing prayed for a man who'll treat me like not just a queen, but treat me royal ,I got him and run didn't know how to handle his glory towards me ,but at that time I was young 23 yeats old, so I didn't fully understand, what all this glory should feel like ,even though my parents had that glory ,I'm 53 now and I understand that glory and know that I would understand all the love ,care understanding, patience, respect, loyalty, kindness, warmth forgiveness, in one person ,he passed away ,7 years ago ,that was the man I prayed for who would give me the moon and the sun ,moral of the story is don't asked God for things you're not ready for ..because I wasn't at that time .

  • @ppurple9320
    @ppurple9320 Před 2 lety +10

    5:20 - 6:00 THAT PART! This woman is a prophet of truth. The wisdom she brings is undeniable and life changing. Viola, I salute you.

  • @evangelineloves9
    @evangelineloves9 Před 2 lety +24

    Honestly I am 29, been through so much the last year. I really really really needed to hear how important it was for her to find therapy and help. Her words are so earned and hold with a presence. I am so grateful.

  • @Deauxp._
    @Deauxp._ Před 2 lety +40

    This interview completely inspired me! God had a hand on Viola Davis because she is so beautiful in so many ways and we’re all lucky we get to witness her greatness 🙌🏼

  • @akp30901able
    @akp30901able Před 2 lety +12

    I usually don't comment. This was the best interview you guys have done by far. Viola has such a beautiful spirit. I would've loved to be in that room just to feel the energy she brought.

  • @chrissykc1581
    @chrissykc1581 Před 2 lety +23

    My God BC you guys should have warned me! This interview was phenomenal, is a decade older than me but her story is so similar to my story! I appreciate Ms Viola for sharing! I love that you guys are so in tune with great books and people in our community who are impactful! Thank you so much for this interview! This one hit home🙌🏽

  • @KayKay-fc5sg
    @KayKay-fc5sg Před 2 lety +86

    This interview was everything! Refreshing, awareness, thought provoking, transparent and needed. Mrs. Viola Davis is an absolute gift to world. Amazing

  • @tylordurden1093
    @tylordurden1093 Před 2 lety +19

    One of the best interviews TBC has ever given. Every host was familiar with the book, knowledgeable, asked great questions and let her explain herself. Y’all can go great things when y’all come prepared. Thanks for taking it serious enough to do the work.

  • @rakitaoneal8347
    @rakitaoneal8347 Před 2 lety +5

    I cried through the whole interview and laughed at so many parts. Mama Viola Davis, is out of this world special, and completely open, raw, amazing and beautiful. She is the embodiment of daily healing. @Breakfastclub keep diversifying your interviews for those in our community that my never hear nor see the Viola Davis's in our midst!

  • @TheTomale
    @TheTomale Před 2 lety +10

    Viola resilience and passion is literally exhuming !! She is an actor’s actor !!! She is so honest and open about everything! I pray she wins the spoken-word album at the Grammys!! She is soooo deserving !!!

  • @bicstlcoach
    @bicstlcoach Před 2 lety +35

    She is speaking of "The Story of Miss Jane Pittman", regarding her Cicely Tyson comments. It was an amazing movie where Ms. Tyson did amazing work. In regards to Ms. Davis, this interview was much needed and quite powerful.

    • @nenej12
      @nenej12 Před 2 lety +2

      This was definitely much needed also I loved her response to the Michelle Obama backlash, perfect response

    • @unbitterbitch
      @unbitterbitch Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you because I perused the comments for this answer.

  • @LifeIsAWholeVibe
    @LifeIsAWholeVibe Před 2 lety +70

    My goodness this was so deep! Viola is a true classy woman. Her truth is so beautiful & motivating 💖

  • @latoriapierce4672
    @latoriapierce4672 Před 2 lety +7

    This was a phenomenal interview. Flowers to Viola for taking her healing journey and inspiring others to do the same. Salute to The Breakfast Club for a fantastic conversation!

  • @elizabethderico6558
    @elizabethderico6558 Před 2 lety +1

    Her spirit and poise overwhelms the room, they are very calm and attentive. It's her anointing that change the entire atmosphere. Look st Charlamagne...they are all different in this interview.

  • @maryjane2965
    @maryjane2965 Před 2 lety +38

    My God every interview I have been watching where she talks about her book I am in awe and almost in tears. This woman is a treasure!!

    • @MJM8715
      @MJM8715 Před 2 lety

      I can’t wait to read!🤎

  • @Dea_Dea
    @Dea_Dea Před 2 lety +47

    I've always admired and liked Viola Davis but after this interview, I love her! Her honesty, poise and the mercy and grace she exudes is truth! I loved this interview! Good job Breakfast Club!

  • @melanielapaz8287
    @melanielapaz8287 Před rokem

    I was born and raised and still am in RI. Im the first American born generation of immigrants and her book really hit home for me in so many ways. Never met this woman but I know I love her! That book helped me so much.

  • @rhondaclark5391
    @rhondaclark5391 Před 2 lety +2

    If you can’t see the beauty in Viola, then you are not only blind but deaf! I am overtaken by her wisdom. I’ve watched all her recent interviews and each one hands me a treasure I can carry with me.💐

  • @LingeezyS
    @LingeezyS Před 2 lety +23

    The most respectful I’ve seen TBC in a while. In the presence of a true royalty; I loved this interview :)

  • @alihahgaspard8097
    @alihahgaspard8097 Před 2 lety +14

    I am watching HTGAWM on Netflix (just started S3), and if you ask me she doesn't get enough credit! We are witnessing a living legend! I really like what she says about being brave/courageous.

    • @MJM8715
      @MJM8715 Před 2 lety

      She murdered that role!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @hz7830
    @hz7830 Před 2 lety +8

    I had a knot in my throat every time she speaks. Everything is so meaningful when she says it. She is power. God bless Viola ❤️

  • @BigMike_RTTV
    @BigMike_RTTV Před 2 lety +1

    4:26 “The #1 regret of the dying is they didn’t take risks…. They didn’t become their ideal self” OMG that was a BLOW to my spirit!!!!!! Lawd have mercy!!!!!

  • @jaquismccullough3123
    @jaquismccullough3123 Před 2 lety +57

    I know a lot of darker complected women, including myself, that can relate to this. I know a lot of Black people that can relate to the nuance of our upbringing and culture. I’m so glad this conversation is happening on a global platform, and in such a beautiful way. ♥️ Thank you, Mrs. Davis and TBC.

    • @kiapaige4792
      @kiapaige4792 Před 2 lety +5

      I was interested to hear what type of feedback the breakfast club would give Viola on her Colorism experience. They have disappoinred me yet again! It irritates me that they won't acknowledge it or have a convo about it.

    • @jaquismccullough3123
      @jaquismccullough3123 Před 2 lety +3

      @@kiapaige4792 I can see where you’re coming from. I found beauty in the fact that they seemed to be more reflective. They listened. I wouldn’t be surprised if this is a topic they discuss at a later date because it’s very nuanced.

    • @m.samuel9906
      @m.samuel9906 Před 2 lety

      @@kiapaige4792 Colorism is embarrassing to light skinned black people. It is difficult to talk about, as racism is for white people.

    • @cynthiasolomon6383
      @cynthiasolomon6383 Před 2 lety

      Exactly.Peace

  • @shayy4280
    @shayy4280 Před 2 lety +13

    She brought up Upward Bound and my heart smiled. That program changed my life! I cant wait to read her book. I feel I will relate.

    • @bgswave
      @bgswave Před 2 lety

      Enlighten me please. Is Upward Bound a TV show

  • @proudblackwoman4824
    @proudblackwoman4824 Před 2 lety +2

    The definition of a TRUE BLACK QUEEN right here. And I love to see it! Blessings to you Mrs. Viola Davis!

  • @Timmyjl25
    @Timmyjl25 Před 2 lety +5

    👏🏽👏🏽 Viola spoke to me when she said " as you get older you will not hold grudges or keep dwelling on how people hurt you". Well I'm 35 and it hasn't happened to me yet. So many gems.. so real without the ghettoness