Demond Wilson Schools Mo'Nique, And Taraji P. Crying Over Hollywood Pay: Don't Sign & Complain
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hypersclub.com/ - Jon Aba and Demond Wilson reunite for a 2nd time. During their conversation Demond shares his thoughts on black celebrities like Mo'Nique, and Taraji P. Henson for crying over unfair pay after signing up for projects. Instagram: @ComedyHype & Twitter: @ComedyHype_
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He makes a very good point real talk
The title. That man literally told you DON’T PUT WORDS IN HIS MOUTY.
@@pausetapest.v8302 Okay, so he wouldn't go about it like that. So why does he feel the need to challenge those who confront the system rather than just walk away? He doesn't challenge the system, he criticizes other black people. He's a coward.
He said don't put words in his mouth, yet in the title of this video you still put words in his mouth ...smh... This channel is becoming no better than some of the ones produced by people outside of our community. That is truly sad 🥺
Please do An Interview With Mr. Demond Wilson And Katt Williams together! 👍 👍
"You dont get what you deserve, you get what you negotiate."
So true.
Exactly. You don't complain about pay you agreed to.
Amen
🤔🤔🤔 , so Much SaiD
You said it.
My grandad used to tell us, "listen so you can respond right."
Yes ma’am clear vs black crystal Light wisdom bounces off the black
I like that 😊
Wise words
Good advice
Hey, now ! You waste time and energy otherwise.
I'm old enough to remember when grown Black folks regardless of class/economic standing were articulate and carried themselves with class...Mr. Wilson comes from that era...
Amazing to see it still is ALIVE AND WELL
Praise Jesus Christ! HALLELUJAH AND AMEN!!!
@@huhokay3367 For many of us it never died.
Thank U for saying that. Young people need to respect that.
@@pebblesstone1316 Praise Jesus Christ! HALLELUJAH AND AMEN!!!
Mr. Wilson was right on so many levels. If you sign a contract without reading it, and something bad happens, you have no one to blame but yourself. WORDS TO LIVE BY!
Mr. Wilson is SAVAGE! He has no filter....I love it!
Lol exactly
After a certain age the filter disappears 😊
❤ him
@@toniacundiffOne's TOLERANCE for bs vanishes. 💡
He's always been like this though, that's why he got he f**k out of Hollywood as early as he did.... I'm sure it became more intense as he aged but this is who he's been,
Don't put words in his mouth, John.
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But why Lamont got to be so rude about. it.
😂 Lamont was talking right then, “Don’t put words in my mouth”
😂 that's how a lot of the older dudes talk to the younger dudes where I'm from
Grew up watching SANFORD AND SON, great to see Mr Wilson still very sharp at his age.
His age is not a reason for him to be anything less than sharp.
He was recently on a PureFlix show. (The Christian version of Netflix 😅)
Demond is of my mother’s generation. My mother was very adamant about what I sign my name to. Mom’s best advice to me was if you say no, you are no worse off than where you started. My mother was right. I have made no legal commitments that I regret.
Wise words.
@@fudgematthew33 Yes. I was fortunate to have a very wise mother.
Thank you Lord for wise mothers.😊
R I P MOM 🌹🌹🌹
@@Gemneye6 Thank you! ❤️
Brother Demond Wilson, is from the school of cool 😎... We can learn something from this brother!!! People mistake Demond Wilson's persona as arrogant and rude, when in actuality he doesn't tolerate b.s. and wants our younger generation to do better... I feel him on that!
Me too!
Folks got soft over the years, compromising for money
He has a lot ofself confidence, but of course, he has years of experience and accomplishments behind him. I agree with his strategy of dealing with contracts. I'm glad he specified that is for established talent. Very unfortunate still for most newbies.
He's a combat military 🎖️ vet who fought and killed in Vietnam he's from the old school black man era.
I soo approve this message 👌
He broke that down perfectly.
For real. The people crying need to stop
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yeah..... I gotta agree
Exactly I tend to agree with him , it’s a pity that this type of thing still goes on but he is right if you agree to work for that money you can’t come later and say it’s not enough, u say that beforehand ☹️
Perfectly. 😊
Truth teller! No hand holding, sugarcoating, no coddling.
Young John is not educated enough to interview educated people. Educated people will never say" I Seen" they will say "I saw".
WOW!!!
EXACTLY SIR!! 😢 ❤ I TOLD MY KIDS THIS, " DON'T SIGN ANYTHING WITHOUT READING IT." IT WAS TAUGHT TO ME.
Lamont is dropping gems of truth to the real “big dummies” out there that Fred was really referring to!
Yessir he is ....
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Exactly, these people be so desperate to become famous, they sign their soul away and cry later 😢
If you gonna work for that much, why pay you more.
Read! ❤
Thank you Mr. Wilson . Their actions are like that of a spoiled child. Thank you for the common sense response. 👍🏾
This is the the most suave brother educated and well spoken
🤦🏽♀️🤣🤣🤣 not the hearing impaired. You gottta love the elders say it like they mean it every time and dont give no dams🤦🏽♀️
Exactly lol!
Why he say "yo big husky self " !?😅😅 and through out TLC, baby face and Laface. Whew Chile. I can't wait to get to that age where i say how i see it and that's that😅
@@lolita513 I fell out🤣
@@lolita513because Tboz aaid that herself, he just repeated what she said lol
75 percent of the elders need to be ignored especially since they keep voting Democrat they learned and can't teach nothing
This isn't hard to grasp. You can't sign a contract you read and clearly understood, then spin the block and say you were done wrong because you were underpaid.
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I hate that taraji did this during the promotion of tcp.....I believe it flopped bc she went on that rant campaign.....a damn shame
But if u underpaid u underpaid . All that other doesn't matter.. the fact remains . And if u don't say anything u will continue to be underpaid . That applies to reg jobs too.
@@spectrexr1That’s not the way reality works. You can moan and cry about it all you want but if you ACCEPTED underpay then you will continue to receive underpay. Nobody gonna care about your emotions AFTER you already did the work and accepted the underpay. You wanna make them care, don’t take the gig and deny the underpay. It’s simple.
@@culcre so when people complained about Min wage in the US and needed it to be raised no one worked min wage ??? Who is gonna complain about low pay other than the people getting low pay lol if u not getting the low pay u not gonna care..y'all don't make sense. Haha . That like saying u need to work don't take that McDonald's cause it's min wage job .keep looking . Like u don't need to work lol..like come on.
Wow thank you so much for this outstanding reminder sir: "you dont get what you deserve, you get what you negociate"
Seen him in person in the 90's....He was USED to CONFIRM MY CALLING....wow...I WILL NEVER FORGET that EXPERIENCE in my LIFE.... Thanks Elder Demond Wilson...God Bless you & FAMILY...Peace...🙏🏽
Gotta love the elders they never mince words ☝🏼❤️
He’s more than entertaining. He’s giving back.
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Praise Jesus Christ! HALLELUJAH AND AMEN!!!
Katt Williams - “You have to tell them No”
What he said makes sense and it’s so simple!
Kudos to brother Demond for reiterating and making his point as clear as that crystal ball he held up. He’s only a few years older than myself so I can definitely say that this is the way many of us think and we were never television stars. So to the young folks who really enjoyed this openness, frankness and directness, go talk to some of your older relatives. Call them and talk to them. You’ll soon find that there is wisdom like this in your own families that you can tap into. Don’t wait and don’t hesitate because we will soon not be here on the planet anymore.
Desmond doesn't play… He is so entertaining..😂
Demond is a real one! Please have him on again, we are in dire need of this kind of wisdom!!!
This is a real man and it feels good to get a lesson from a senior who you respect.
This world needs more men like demond Wilson. You're a great man. Keep the truth coming!
He right on the money . Just say no grown folks.❤
But here's the thing, if you have to keep saying no, when do you get work..the point taraji and Monique were trying to make is they never get offered what they're worth
@@marimarieloveYou’re worth what someone is willing to pay. You can’t determine your worth by yourself. The market decides.
They All read The Contract......From the Beginning to the End......Period. ❤😊❤😊❤
Are did They.........
@marimarielove Both of those actresses have no Leverage to demand the salary they want.
On another note: "The Color Purple" flopped due to the remake, itself. NOT because of Taraji P. Henson. ABSOLUTELY NO ONE ASKED FOR A REMAKE OF A CLASSIC. Remaking "The Color Purple" is like an attempt to remake "E.T." (speaking of Spielberg). Certain films CANNOT be remade. Just because it's a majority Black cast/Black-centered film.....doesn't exempt "TCP" from the aforementioned "rule". Furthermore, Black folks had enough drama and trauma movies, from Tyler Perry and the like (ie; slave movies and "Civil Rights" movies. 🙄) In my Mary J. Blige voice "NO MORE DRAMA IN MY LIFE..."
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Too many don't want to give it up and will keep embracing it since our pain experience is very lucrative in hollywood. Most high profile films are written by non Black screen writers and Black actors jump on board with the storyline being sold
I watched the remake of Color Purple, I didn't like it! They should've left well enough alone....
Exactly! Just like we would NEVER want a remake of Sanford & Son. Just leave it a classic like it is. If something is not broke don't try to fix it.
Well said Mr. Wilson!! 👏 ❤
It is ALWAYS essential to READ a contract. Do NOT just "look at it." Thanks for this!
Why yall keep calling him LAMONT!!???😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Im crying over here😅😅😅😅😅
💀 If U play a classic TV role or movie too good that's who U are😂😂😂😂
Martin is the Only person off top I can think off that doesn't apply to this rule. Not because he didn't play roles too good, just cuz that's Martin.
@@digi_tvit’s called a character not their real name
@@digi_tv😂😂😂 exactly. Like we call John Amos James Evans 😂😂😂
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He said what he said, but I’m gonna need uncle Lamont to do a public service announcement to all the customers at my job. And Tell them not to eat a whole carton of ice cream and come into the store and ask for a refund.😂😂😂😂😂
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Or eat a 6-piece chicken wings, ask for a refund and bring back the bones 🤨
I agree with this man. What he said makes all the sense in the world. We can't expect people to take our demands seriously if we keep accepting the bare minimum. They have no reason to pay more when they already know you'll accept less.
John I respect the way you don't let mister Wilson's demeanor and candor upset you that's I you get these nuggets he's spitting we all have encountered a confident old school individual that gives it to you raw.
Mr. Desmond Wilson spoke nothing but the truth.
I hate it when people act like a jerk and stupid people think they are being profound.
I agree with Mr. Demond Wilson. I also felt that Taraji should have gotten her contract and her asking price settled prior to doing a movie. But ultimately she wanted the money.
More like NEEDED it because like Gabrielle Union said, "Most of us celebrities/stars/famous people are like 1 or 2 paychecks away from going under. That's why we're constantly auditioning or booking roles." In most cases, it is because they live above their means, supporting their families, etc. I have no doubt Taraji didn't fight one some of these contracts because she NEEDED that cash because she knew if she said no then they'd just scoop up another black female actor who would say yes.
No, ultimately, she wanted to STAR in the movie. Thirst is palpable in negotiations. She put herself in a position yo be low balled by being so HARD UP! She could have just said NO, and held out for ehat she felt she was Wirth, and Bern willing to WALK AWAY if she didn't get it. She chose to stay bring thirsty, and she hit that she came for. A starring role in a movie. With no money... SMH...
I agree😊
@lanasjoynt485 she could have walked away but like it was already said they would have gotten another black actress and her goal is to work as an actress. If they weren't paying enough as a starring role what do you think she was going to get not starring.
@@OurKindofEntertainmentYou are so on point. Most casting directors keep a list of folks that they can get in case the actor they want is not available or they/their team are being hard to deal with, NEXT. Directors and Producers call the shots and have to work with the budget. If you are a really BIG name, they got what you asking for and everybody else gets what is negotiated. If you got a name then there's others also with a name too that can get that job if you don't work out. Look at how many others could have done the roles that these ladies worked yet are upset about the pay! They have types and there's several types like both of them. Look at the movies Taraji has been in couldn't Sanaa Lathan or Gabrielle Union have done those roles. Obviously there was somebody who filled those roles that Monique turned down after Precious. The train keeps on going if you aren't ready to jump on board and can't negotiate a deal that works. Just don't take the job if you gone be upset later.
"Does that answer that? ... And don't tell me 'I Hear you' " 🤣
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I love it! And Sir Demon Wilson, you are extremely handsome 🙂
Brother Wilson is making a lot of real Good point RESPECT TO A LEGEND ❤
Exactly did Taraji read her contract, where was her agent to overlook her contract. She has been in the business long enough to know better.
She must of been desperate to be in movie and possibly win an Oscar
Pure Wisdom
I appreciate his knowledge and truthfulness. Thank you for setting Hollywood straight.
NO is soooo simple....it's called greed, blind ambition, ignorance. Take the contract, read it, sleep on it, discuss it with proper personnel. Demond is speaking so much knowledge...thanks!
"Thank You, That's It, Stop Right There" 😂😅😂😅
If he thinks he’s too good to give an interview, why is he giving one? He’s being rude for no reason.
Oh my goodness!!!! I just said something similar!!!
He's Not Playing John....He Never Was.........❤😊❤😊❤
I never new how smart and GOD gifted this man was and is.GOD knows we need more ppl like him.He didn't fall for the fame,money and the evil thing's that go's on in that business and hollyweird period.Im hooked on this man speaking, knowledge and he keeps GOD in his life.I salute u Sir,u didn't fall to the games these evil ppl do in hollyweird,and u saying GOD called,he covered u brother!💯💯💯💯💯💯
Praise Jesus Christ! HALLELUJAH AND AMEN!!!
I’ve always loved Demond and always will!! One of the realest brothers in the world 💯
Demond got into the business when people were mature and not 15-year-olds in adult bodies. He speaks from experience and wisdom
ABSOLUTELY! Tell it like it is Lamont...
In Monique's defense she was ok with her precious contract they tried to make her do things outside her contract with Lee Daniels. That was her issue.
Doing the promotion was also for her benefit. She also turned down roles after she won the Oscar contrary to her claim that she was blacklisted. She said that those roles didn't pay enough but she didn't understand that taking those roles would have given her a chance to portray different characters and build her Hollywood resume'. Now her mouth keeps destroying her career and burning bridges with other Hollywood actors.
Not really!! According to what is being sad they keep you at that same low right
She did do the promotion run for the film in America. It was not in her contract to go over seas. Refusing to do things that you didn’t sign up for or isn't in your contract isn’t the same thing as demanding better pay by not signing contracts that go against just that.
@@ericmckinney4607 yeah, that ain't on Oprah. They really were trying to put her on the game. Actors who attend the Cannes Film Festival to promote a film that's part of the festival's program may have their travel and accommodations covered, but they don't get paid for their time. That's a small sacrifice to rub shoulders with the next Director/producer or studio exec for your NEXT PROJECT. She dropped the ball and sabotaged her own career.
@@ericmckinney4607what is beneficial about working for free ? If it was for her benefit then they should have paid her. Monique found it more beneficial to stay at home and be with her family so they should have paid her to make it worth her while to be away from her family it's not like Tyler Perry and Oprah didn't have the money, it was clearly for their benefit more so than it was for her because they were the ones begging her. And as someone who was an Oscar winner she had every right to turn down roles if they were low ball offers because after winning the Oscar she was an A-list actor at that point so she should be paid accordingly
Right On and Thank You Demond Wilson. That is exactly what I said when they were making all that noise. You get what you negotiate. If you sign or let your team agree to something that is not really what you want, that is on YOU! You can't eat the steak at the restaurant and then ask for your money back. Tell them what's wrong with it and let them fix it or send it back and get something else or leave. These folks should have asked for what they wanted and if that was not negotiable, then leave the deal on the table and not fuss about it after you worked it. I understand when you want to do a favor for a friend and work on their project for a small stipend or smaller fee than you are worth. Cool, then you did that and it was a favor you did so why are you upset afterwards. It was a favor and you took the deal. Demond is on point.
Good Morning Thank you for the Sharing Wisdom and Knowledge About The Industry And The World Of Business 😊👍💯🔥
@ 2:34 “Husky butt.” 😅😂🤣🤣👈🏾
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So funny
Same thing at my job. They were offering me less than half of what I am worth. I did not even negotiate, nor did I reply to their offer. These actors should have invested their money wisely so they can have bargaining power.
REAL TALK!
Hollywood dont work like that
SPEAK!!
So how does Hollywood work?@johnjhnson82
Exactly! Taraji didn't save any of her " Empire" money? Damn!
Thank you for keeping it real, Mr. Wilson. This is refreshing.
I don't know how you got to interview Demond Wilson, but I love listening to his interviews and wisdom. I ALWAYS watch these videos entirely, never skipping around. I wish that I could watch Demond Wilson act in his own TV series today. Thank you for this content.
I love John cause he doesn't have an ego or pride issues he respects his elders and that's how you become respected
Crazy how we watched him and the legendary redd Foxx as he was a youth being schooled by the O.G, and Now we are the youth and he is the O.G. Salute the 5 star general much appreciated long live Desmond Wilson.
He would tell you Redd Foxx never schooled him, do your research.
@@blackdonte24 Research? For what? I'm not one of them and this isn't one of those moments. I referred to the Show Sanford and son.You're tweaking for attention go tell dat to someone it's news too. In context all hellyweird beef with each. Everyone has a Redd Foxx story as good bad or weird like all celebrities. I just gave respect to the O.G and Redd Foxx for the sake of this video while he is still breathing I paid my respects for being on code so chill out And have a black day.
When they painted their own ball black 💣 .
Wow, so good to see him and he looks so good! I didn't know he did all of this speaking out until watching him on another video of yours about the overseers - as he preferred to call them.
Mane said “Bass Ackwards”😮
I haven't heard that in a long time. I busted out 😂😂
…and did NOT stutter!
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I searched for this comment! 😂
That's some real old school ish. My grandma used to say it all the time.
Monique said they didn’t contract her for promo and she wasn’t coming out her pocket and in turn got labeled difficult.
What you and Monique don't understand is that since Monique was in the movie when she promoted the movie she also promoted herself, but then again she didn't understand how the game is played and still refused to learn. But she's always somewhere in the corner crying.
So
@@ericmckinney4607say it louder so Monique and her daddy to hear maybe she might learn something
Exactly, from what I've heard from interviews, she played her part. She did the American promo which was part of her contract and refused the European promo, precisely because she was not contracted to do so. The industry is clearly exploitetative and Monique was black-balled because she refused to be exploited. Yes, she and her husband don't have tact in terms of how they address matters, but that does not in any way deligitimize her claims. Again, it's amazing how most people clearly heard Tyler admit that Monique did not breach her contract and was well within her right to not do work she wasn't contracted for, conveniently turn a blind eye and pretend that she's in the wrong. Showbiz as a whole is clearly exploitetative, more so to black talent and there appears to be an inherent expectation that black entertainers should just be content with fame.
@@nonhlanhlaradebe7906 Upu said it well... Thanks for supporting Monique choosing to know her value.
This was fire and amazing advice for any industry.
He is right. Negotiate before you sign.
Ive never signed any contract and I damn sure ain't in Hollywood.
I’m highly educated, and I’ve signed contracts for work. However, I pay attention to how much I will be paid! If the offer is low, I won’t take it, and that’s what Taraji Henson should have done. Also, you talk about a pay raise in private, not in public. I’m waiting for a producer to pay Taraji over $150,000. She made The Color Purple lose ticket sales. If someone offers her a role, they should also give her a gag order to keep her big mouth shut!
@@ThinkTankUSA-lk8cm ive never signed any contract for working with anyone knowingly. Its at the point I'm not even considering to just go back to work. Yeah right , I have over a million dollars in fraud and identity theft related crap going on currently and I definitely am not going to just forget about it or allow whomever thats been doing the bullshit to continue causing the type of shit to go unresolved or ignored for years on end like they have for literally years at this point. I'm exhausted as can be currently. For some reason , gods telling me not to quit and definitely not to give up or fold. I know damn good and well there's plenty of evidence for investigators to collect. They just need to accept the fact that I'm doing my best to report the situation. I'm not going to take things into my own hands lol. The law doesn't work that way.
@ThinkTankUSA-lk8cm Understandable . But who asked for ANOTHER version of the Color Purple and why did we need ANOTHER version of The Color Purple? Also, maybe too many people don't have extra money for a movie, popcorn, a drink, parking , an extra table of gas, etc? Maybe people still don't feel comfortable after C19+ and mass fatalities?
You never signed one ever not even cellphone cable
Well you will be signing them, once you make it past the age of 14 honey. Juuust wait 😉
Ha! He is saying what Judge Judy always says about eating a whole steak and then complaining after eating it and refusing to pay for it.
I thought about that too😂😂😂😂 but they're right Mo won awards, had a TV hit show and not handling business 🙄
bullsh*t! can you or others easily walk away from a job or good paying job because something bad went done, and quickly find another one? no, it will hurt a lot of us financially so we tough it out. And sure we may talk about it to friends and family! Us black folks? do not have a lot of options stand up against the bullsh*t so we ride it out!
@@ytrbro1041 Preach! because some of these people be in fantasy worlds .
Ironically, Judge Judy did her Black bailiff dirty Bailiff Bryd, when she got her new deal and show. Cut him off, like he was a complete stranger, after working with that dude for 20 yrs.
@ytrbro1041 you people always complain . Since you're the world's largest consumers why don't you build something instead of whining and moaning all the time
More from this man please
Always read the fine print!!
Sounds like the Dummy make sense🤣🤣
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😂This!
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That's Big Dummy
Desmond Wilson is collecting John Abba all this interview.
Like Mario coins 😂
@@thedivinebrycelamore I hear the sound of those coins🪙 🪙 as I'm typing this. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Must be his humiliation ritual lol. This young fella paid Mr. Wilson for 2nd serving of this for our entertainment.
He is giving him so much knowledge. Fatty Arbuckle did happen. Look at PeeWee Herman and what happened to him.
That guy is not even qualified to interview Demond Wilson. Demond is legendary and Iconic and tells it like it is! Hopefully the unqualified interviewer learned something. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Great interview❤
Thanks for all of those good shows on Sanford and Son!!!!!
Thanks 🙏 for taking another 1 for the Team Johnny. GOD Bless your patience. Mr. Wilson is right. You negotiate the contract 📝 deal see what y'all can work out & find a middle ground. Its not 🚫 mandatory for the actor to agree, no & walking away is a choice that we can all make.
Mr. Wilson is absolutely right. Negotiate pay first, and if it doesn't meet your requirement, then don't sign.
Exactly!!!! I thought I was alone on how I felt about this subject.
He spoke truth... HAVE YOUR TEAM working for you. They sure have their's.
Especially with some of these 'teams' having hefty price tags when you hire them or keep them on retainer. Yeah, let me get my lawyer, agent, etc. on the phone so we can go through this contract together to make sure I'm making the best deal possible because if I don't get paid a good amount then THEY don't get paid either.
I cant wait for the full interview!
This is an old interview, it's on KZhead look up comedy hype.
@@user-ye5ku2ws6s no it isn't. You heard him reference katt Williams on club shay shay.. Diddy be liking to party... and you gotta tell him NO!! 😅
Some people learn the hard way that money is not everything. 😢
Powerful words. Speaking truth to power. ❤
ANOTHER great clip! I said yall struck GOLD interviewing Demond! 👍🏾
Desmond
I said the exact same thing on another channel about Eric Monte crying about not getting paid for creating tv shows in the 70s,some folks told me I was wrong. LOL. I told them he should've had a contract drawn up by an attorney representing his best interests.
He got paid, but he squandered it all. Norman Lear paid him even if it wasn't what he deserved. He squandered every dime.
EXACTLY!!! The man is damn 80 and STILL crying about it. Not realizing he signed off his rights and took a million dollar pay out. Cant complain after u signed, homie
@@daradiant1 he didn't paid him his just due. Stop justifying deceitful handlings. Eric Monte had his drug issues, but constructive fraud going on as well
@@wingchundragonLike most things in life, it’s not that black & white. Sometimes, you don’t sign and they just steal the idea. You can sue, but sometimes the WS or ✡️ are on code and you still get done dirty. Sometimes you hire a good lawyer, but they don’t catch everything. I think 50 was having issues with STARZ and I know he had good lawyers going thru those contracts. Which is why he signed a new deal to develop shows for HULU. They’re probably the ones forcing all that 🏳️🌈 sex into Power. They’re even crowbarring some of it into BMF. Probably coming from the top.
@@wingchundragonYes & No. With actors I agree with Demond, unless they the studio tries to switch up. With writers & creators, you can refuse to sell your script or concept. If Norman Lear steals it, Monte can sue, but Lear’s folks are powerful in the courts like Hollywood. It’s just the truth. The sista Sophia Stewart who wrote the concept to The Matrix, got ripped off. Those Wachowski Brothers, who both are trans now (Wachowski Sisters) are part of both of group of folks, running Hollywood. That movie franchise made well into the 9 figures. Demond is coming from the standpoint of an actor/comic, so he’s largely correct there. But Black people who write or develop show concepts, can be pushed out. Especially back then. Look at David “Harry O” Harris, who funded Death Row Records from prison. His lawyer David Kenner got with Suge Knight, they both stabbed Harry O in back and cut him out the company. Kenner helped with the contracts, so he knew how to operate around them. Demond had a better grasp of the business. Too many younger people who have access to the internet, view things today like it was yesteryear. There was far less info and mentors for younger Blacks getting into the game back in the 70s. Demond had a father, some of these dudes didn’t. Even Redd Foxx had studio & IRS issues, but that largely was his fault. Sniffing coke and tricking with women. Many of these Hollyweird folks would rather cancel a successful Black show, than give into the demand. They don’t want to give uppity negr0es more ideas. We saw this with Dave Chappelle and Comedy Central. They had the money, but refused to pay up. Lucky as a standup comic with his level of talent, he could operate around the system easier than an actor. A great comedian can go straight to the market, just like a rapper.
Being willing to walk away is part of any negotiation.
Mr. Wilson speaks the truth, this is BUSINESS and you have to treat it as such !! If you agree to a contract and don't like the terms then that is on you for signing it, so don't complain. Now he says you can do that "once you are a name". When getting started, you'll get paid peanuts but the exposure is worth it to build your career up.
I have watched and enjoyed mr.wilson for a lifetime now . What a character he is . Wished there were more like him in the world .
Exactly "Famous and Broke" can we say New Edition.
New Edition was children when they signed, Maurice Starr ,their manager at that time, robbed them blind too!! Their parents knew NOTHING about the music business and Maurice knew that.
This man speaking in volumes. READ, ASK, RESEARCH ❤❤❤
Real talk; don't sign until you get what you're worth,
Brother Wilson is dropping jewels in this interview.
Thank you for this
I didn't hear no lies 😂😂This man needs his own podcast ❤
NO, ABSOLUTELY NOT, TLC's Totally Unfortunate past monetary situation isn't going to be dumped squarely on Baby Faces lap; if at all. That was Pebbles managing self with her, Pebbitone production company, Savvy Records when she was married to LA Reid who was one of the founders of LaFace Records ("La" aka LA Reid) and Babyface which was connected to Arista records Clive Davis. People, like "Prince," and to many others, have been saying for years there are more things wrong with the industry then right. People Finally started standing up for writers, because without them there would be a whole lot of nothing. Though appreciated, that was just one step. I appreciate Demond giving insight to those that are unaware. In my opinion the light cannot be cast on this issue enough until it's fixed. There are miles to go before we sleep.
#Facts
And see that's the problem with black people in Hollywood or anywhere. The moment when another black person drops some knowledge onto them, they get mad and upset because they know that the truth is there to enlighten them. Don't blame them, learn how to blame yourself for a change.
I agree 💯. So true
That's so right. Defensive over correction and have a "do what thou wilt" attitude.
Wtf are you talking about? Shut ya lips bruh.
Exactly. Tyler Perry won't listen to any one because he's a Billionaire, but his last 10 movies have been trash! It's about reputation, listen to Black screenwriters, actors and directors. Give them a chance and let's see better movies and a variety of projects.
WHY are you trying to insult everyone Black in Hollywood?! Calm down, you know nothing about Desmond !! He's talking sense now but he had a bad coke habit for years and now he's high and mighty
Thank you for saying what i have been thinking.
This man stays standing on business!
He speaking the truth 💯💯💯 "TLC"