🧵 I absolutely did NOT want to play Lisa Landry – I was too young and sexy to be anybody’s MOTHER!
But my sister eventually convinced me to take the part and I’m glad I did because it helped me realize how fulfilling it is to mentor younger women.
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History teacher turned Emmy Award-winning Actress, Director, Philanthropist, & Shady Boots. 227 #AnotherWorld #SisterSister #EverybodyHatesChris #Days #Broadway
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Eartha Kitt slapped the f%#! outta me!
She thought I was sleeping with her boyfriend.. which I was, but I didn’t know he was taken. 😩💔 twitter.com/MikeSegalov/st
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Winning my Emmy was a career highlight, but it was also a lonely experience.
For 35 years I’ve been the only black woman to win Outstanding Supporting Actresses in a Comedy Series.
But that all changes tonight… and it’s come full circle! #Emmys
A pioneer. Many doors are open because of this very soul. Thank you for everything, Cicely. ♥️
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Those babies grew into adolescents.
I hope more Trump supporters protest black women by giving us money and then leaving us the hell alone.
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RT if you’re ready for original tweets and not this same tired comparison
I’m tired of everyone arguing about Jack Harlow. He’s just white noise.
Back in the day?!? This 🐱 still got some tread on it.
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You know what, it’s early and I’m in my feelings as usual but I’m just gonna say it. I know @JackeeHarry pussy used to be CRAZY back in the day
Should I play a villain in Sonic 2??? I know one way to make Idris Elba’s knuckles disappear..
Before #BlackHistoryMonth is over, here’s a bit of #BlackHerstory: It's 1988. Dangle earrings & massive wigs have me in a chokehold. I’d recently become the 1st black woman to win an Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy so I took my sister, Brenda, to Paris to celebrate.
Find about 3 more inches twitter.com/TyBrezzy11/sta
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Completely heartbroken. 💔
Leslie Jordan was a kind spirit and provided us with so many laughs. Rest peacefully, friend.
You promise? twitter.com/ifehndrxx/stat
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Prayers up for the lovely Naya Rivera. 🙏🙏
We starred alongside one another in her first very television series, The Royal Family, and I’ve watched her career blossom ever since. Please God, don’t cut this life short.
Drop some 🎉 for my son, Frank! It was his birthday weekend! I love you baby!! ♥️
Call me Nurse Jackée cause I’m healing brothas
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Orgasms can help a man's body recover from illness.
28 years ago, the LA Times reviewed #SisterSister and referred to it as “hardly an epic comedy.”
I’d say our staying power on Netflix, Hulu, & Amazon Prime have proved that statement to be BUNK! 😉
#HappyAnniversaryToUs
Between DaBaby’s meat and Lizzo’s cake, we got Christmas dinner all set.
Try not to get any in my eye, k?
Wasn’t nobody talking to you.
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I live for this
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Our Father on Netflix ain’t about Nick Cannon?!? I’m wild n out. 😂
"Let the children get a plate first."
"I'm a child of God."
#ThanksgivingClapBack
If y’all gonna start at 9 just say that!
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TONIGHT 8PM ET 
@Ashanti vs @KeyshiaCole
How to watch:
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@Ashanti vs @KeyshiaCole
How to watch:
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Apple Music: apple.co/verzuzAshantiK
twitter.com/i/events/13375He didn’t just eat the groceries, he restocked the shelves. t.co/Dh2PQ7cVAO
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Candyman might’ve lasted longer in the group than Farrah
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Jordan Peele proves again he can take a classic R&B song Say My Name and remix it into a horror track we never knew we wanted for the #candymanmovie #Candyman
.’s had a remarkable career AND she’s one of the nicest people in Hollywood. Barbara Howard on #AbbottElementary is another fabulous character we’ve been fortunate to watch her breathe life into. 🙏🏾
Congrats, Sheryl & welcome to the club! #Emmys 🏆 #BlackGirlsRock
Marla Gibbs called me at 2 o’clock in the morning asking what a WAP is. 😫
I couldn’t bring myself to tell her so I lied and said “iunno, Mary!!!”
I better not see a single Juneteenth mattress sale, y’all hear me?!
We didn’t stop picking cotton for it to be sold back to us for a profit. Give us reparations, not capitalistic BS.
Kaepernick 🤷🏾♀️
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Rams or Patriots
The network originally wanted to play Sandra on 227, but I got the part and won an Emmy for it.
Now, Sheryl joins me as the 2nd black woman in this category and deservedly so! 🎉 I’m so exited for her #Emmys win!
Notice this subtle endorsement of Trump's reelection in 2020.. twitter.com/kanyewest/stat
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I absolutely adore Alfre. That said, films like the fictitious ‘Bootylicious 2’ often employee and entertain countless people of color.
Rather than reject them, we should call out prejudices among those who see them as a deterrent to our casting. Let talent speak for itself.
Same look, different tax bracket. twitter.com/1942bs/status/
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It’s not every day you get to perform with a legend. 💕
Rest in power to our dreamgirl, Mary Wilson.
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Sometimes you need Hot Cheetos and whisky for breakfast and you don’t even question it.
If all the celebs left social media who would promote fraudulent music festivals? twitter.com/jarule/status/
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When the “Jackée” pilot was 5th in the ratings and didn’t get picked up
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What's your all-time favorite TV plot twist? Let us know. 
I’m absolutely shattered at the news of my great friend John Witherspoon passing. May love surround his entire family and fan base - a comedy legend we’ll never forget. 🙏💜
Just my mentions? 😫😢
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Them young boys bout to tear yo mentions up 
I am completely devastated by the loss of Della Reese. She was a great co-star, sparring partner, drinking buddy, and friend. She taught me the power of prayer and the importance of humility. I’ll be forever grateful to call her my friend.
Clearly, Steve Harvey is not a life coach. The value one places on their integrity is the exact cost it takes to be fake.
Oh, is that how she got her start? 🤔
It’s crazy to think that 227 premiered 34 years ago today.
When I reflect on that time, I remember a valuable lesson that I’d like to share.
Buckle up! It’s story time. 💫
Has anyone tracked down Patti LaBelle’s background singers to find out where them mfkrs was at??
I'm too classy to be touched. 💅🏾
I paid them all in dust. ✨
I'm stingy with my love. ♥️
#RENAISSANCE
BOY.. If I wanted something shriveled up and molded I could use the old cucumber in my fridge. twitter.com/HDKG/status/10
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#SisterSister premiered 26 years ago today! I'm beyond thankful for the extended family that series brought into my life.
Showing other people how to develop their skills & talents, helping them gain confidence, self-worth, self-awareness, love for others – it feeds my soul in a way that not even acting does.
Imagine my happiness when I see the wonderful women & mothers Tia & Tamera have become. ♥️
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Jennifer Coolidge and Jackée as old high school rivals whose kids get engaged. Put it on Hulu for some good comedy. I know they’d cut up together.
Prayers going up for the Queen of Soul tonight. Music just wouldn’t be same if not for Aretha Franklin.
I’ve been bowing down to Regina Rene King since 1985. Glad y’all finally caught up.
THAT’S MY BABY!
Being HONEST might not get you a lot of friends, but it will get you true ones.
The lovely Esther Scott passed away last week. She and I worked closely together on Sister, Sister and You Got Served.
RIP to a queen who always knew how to make us smile. ♥️
There’s only one birthday worth celebrating today.. Happy birthday to the incomparable ! 🎂
. says Donald Trump uses Twitter to obstruct justice, intimidate witnesses, and encourage white supremacy. Therefore should delete his account.
Retweet if you agree!!!
Add on to that how the Lisa character resonated with so many of you watching from home! All these years later I see how important it was to have a black mom like her on TV.
Look out, Salem.. here I come. 😉
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To all the moms out there who are doing your best to raise your kids and hustling so hard to achieve your dreams, I see you. I love you. You’re the perfect example of how mothers can be sexy, strong, and successful.
Happy Mother’s Day!
