Mo’Nique and Katt Williams Criticized For Interviews

The latest episodes of “Club Shay Shay” featuring Mo’Nique and Katt Williams have stirred up considerable controversy within the comedy community. However, the question arises: at what cost?

Airing Dirty Laundry: The Interviews

Mo’Nique and Katt Williams, prominent figures in Black entertainment, made waves with their candid interviews on NFL star Shannon Sharpe’s podcast, Club Shay Shay.

Both comedians levied allegations against industry heavyweights like Steve Harvey, Kevin Hart, Oprah Winfrey, and Tyler Perry, prompting discussions about the appropriateness of such public revelations.

Their interviews went viral and caught the attention of several prominent figures in the industry and celebrities – Williams’ interview was even made into an SNL skit.

Chris Spencer’s Perspective

Chris Spencer, renowned for his work on “The Jamie Foxx Show” and within the comedy circuit, expressed reservations about the manner in which Mo’Nique and Williams aired their grievances.

In a discussion on “The Stephen A. Smith Show,” Spencer suggested that certain issues should have remained private, particularly Mo’Nique’s comments about Winfrey and Perry. Spencer said in regards to Mo’Nique’s recent interview.

“I think a lot of that stuff isn’t the stuff that should be aired out like that,

Spencer proposed that industry veterans like Jamie Foxx, Chris Rock, Kevin Hart, and Steve Harvey possess the authority to address such matters. Despite speculation, figures like Harvey have chosen to remain silent on the issue.

Judge Mathis with his Verdict

 

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Star of the reality-based court show chimed in with his thoughts and said that their interviews do more harm than good for the black community. Though the comments on his posts suggests that a lot of people are on Mo’Nique’s and Katt’s side, telling the judge to stay out of it.

Stop going after each other in public like this. You’re embarrassing yourselves, [and] you’re embarrassing our community. I know many times you have to defend yourself about what’s being said, but why can’t we do it directly? And I just want you to know, I believe that we’re being laughed at by all the major studios and by their executives seeing us in public, Black folks, going at each other

A Comedian’s Take

Judge Mathis and Chris Spencer aren’t the only ones to comment, even fellow comedy legend Dave Chappelle also had a few words to say regarding the whole issue.

He questioned how Williams would call out his own peers when all of them are just trying to be in a better situation.

Dave Chappelle says Katt Williams was wrong for hating on Black Comedians:

“He only Ethered niggas. He didn’t say anything about any of these white boys. …What part of the game f*cks up another nigga’s paper?”pic.twitter.com/PccIKgyFAW

— Kollege Kidd (@KollegeKidd) January 20, 2024

Katt is one of the best painters in the game. So why are you drawing ugly pictures of us? Stop.

Marlon Wayans’ Piece

Marlon Wayans said on an interview with BigboyTV that he views the people in stand-up and other comedians as a fraternity, in which he views them as their brothers and sisters, and he would much rather talk directly to someone he has a problem with than promote negativity and “air out dirty laundry”.

Let’s not pollute comedy… we’ve already had a slap (referring to Will Smith’s infamous slap at the Oscars). I don’t want guns in comedy.

To learn more about our coverage of Mo’Nique’s interview on Club Shay Shay click HERE. For Katt Williams’ Interview click HERE. And for great comedy shows, from one of the best comedy clubs in London click HERE! Join the fun right here at Big Belly Comedy Club.