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Portraits
by Black Hollywood Live
Portraits is BHL's flagship interview style series. Episodes deliver in-depth interviews with legendary entertainers in the African American community. The most respected actors, producers, directors, hosts, etc. discuss their journeys in this business. It's a rare opportunity to gleam into not only their histories, but Hollywood history as well.
Episodes
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Interviewing Kym Whitley | BHL’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts interview special guest Kym Whitley. (born June 7, 1961) is an comedian and actress. She is best known for her roles on television sitcoms, such as "The Boondocks (TV series)"...
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Interviewing Jenifer Lewis | BHL’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts DJ Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Jenifer Lewis. In 1987, Lewis was hired as the Pre-Show announcer on the Star Tours ride at Disneyland. In 1988, Lewis relocated to Los Angeles. In 1992, she was cast as one…
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Interviewing Jermaine Dupri | BHL’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts DJ Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Jermaine Dupri. Dupri got his start as a dancer for the hip hop group Whodini when he was twelve. He made an appearance in their music video for the song "Freaks Come Out At...
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Interviewing Robert Ri’chard | BHL’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Robert Richard. Robert Ri'chard was born on January 7, 1983 in Los Angeles, California, USA as Robert Andrew Richard. He is an actor and producer, known for Coach Carter...
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Interviewing William Stanford Davis | BHL’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart, and DJ Jesse Janedy interview special guest William Stanford Davis. William Stanford Davis, born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, is no stranger to the stage. He got his start in an R&B band as a...
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Interviewing Salli Richardson-Whitfield | BHL’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart, and DJ Jesse Janedy interview special guest Salli Richardson-Whitfield. Classy, graceful, & intelligent, Salli Elise Richardson is an American television and film actress. She was born November 23,...
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Troy Byer Talks Career, John Q, Eddie & I Really Hate My Ex | BHL’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart, and DJ Jesse Janedy interview special guest Troy Byer. Troy Byer began her career in show business at the ripe age of four as one of the original cast members on Sesame Street. Although Troy has…
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Portraits w/ Will Packer | January 9th, 2015 | Black Hollywood Live
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart, and DJ Jesse Janedy interview special guest Will Packer. Producer Will Packer has established himself as one of Hollywood’s blockbuster hit makers with seven of his films opening number one at the…
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Portraits w/ Rick Fox | December 3rd, 2014 | Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live host Stacy Ike interviews special guest Rick Fox. Born in Toronto, Rick Fox moved to the Bahamas when he was very young. His father is Afro-Bahamian, and his mother, who is Canadian, is of Italian and Scottish descent. Rick went to Warsaw...
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Portraits | No New Episode This Week Due to Thanksgiving!
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, no new episodes this week.
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Wilson Cruz Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart, and DJ Jesse Janedy interview special guest Wilson Cruz. Wilson Cruz, whose heritage is Puerto Rican, was born in New York City, the eldest of three brothers. Early on, his parents encouraged his...
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Keith Robinson Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart, and DJ Jesse Janedy interview special guest Keith Robinson. Singer/songwriter/actor Keith Robinson (a.k.a. Black Keith) was born in Kentucky, where he discovered his love of the arts at a young age....
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Omari Hardwick Interview – BHL Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart, and DJ Jesse Janedy interview special guest Omari Hardwick. Born "Omari Latif Hardwick," he grew up in Decatur, Georgia. Hardwick's parents gave him a name to set a precedent, "Omari" meaning "most...
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Larenz Tate Interview – BHL Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Larenz Tate. Larenz Tate stars as Dr. Alex , Rush’s (Tom Ellis, “Miranda”) best friend and a determined, high-ranking physician at one of Los Angeles’ top hospitals, in USA...
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Eriq La Salle Interview — Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
BHL: Portraits -- In this episode Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and DJ Jesse Janedy interview Eriq La Salle. Actor/director Eriq La Salle is best known to worldwide television audiences for his award-winning portrayal of the commanding Dr. Peter Benton on the...
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Kyla Pratt Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon and DJ Jesse Janedy interview special guest Kyla Pratt. Since age eight, this young star has been radiating from our television sets. After getting her start in commercials for Nike, the California native soon became a popular face in…
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Terrence ‘TC’ Carson Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Nick Perdue and Megan Thomas interview special guest Terrence 'TC' Carson. Born and raised in Chicago, T.C. was encouraged to follow his dreams to be a performer by his family since he was a young boy. He began his career as a dancer and easily slid…
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Ernest Thomas Interview — Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy interview special guest Ernest Thomas. Mr. Ernest L. Thomas, President and CEO of Ernest Thomas Media Group 8 and Bravokid Management has over 30 years of achievement in Theatre, Television and films....
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Erica Hubbard Interview — Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Erica Hubbard. Talented and gorgeous actress Erica Hubbard has been lighting up the big and small screens with her contagious and enticing smile for the past seven years. She can currently be...
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Richard Brooks Interview — Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy interview special guest Richard Brooks. Richard Brooks is an actor/director/singer-songwriter, best known for his powerful portrayal of ADA Paul Robinette in the original cast of the long running "Law...
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Chavo Guerrero Interview — Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy interview special guest Chavo Guerrero. Chavo Guerrero is a 20-year third generation veteran of the professionalwrestling industry who first debuted back in 1994 after having been trained by legendary...
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Robinne Lee Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Robinne Lee. Robinne Lee is the star of the new BET series "Being Mary Jane". She discusses working on the show and cast members. She also talks acting with Will Smith, Martin Lawrence,...
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Mel B Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy and interview special guest Mel B. Melanie Brown has never been a shy one, which is evidenced by her vast and ever-expanding list of accomplishments. Best known as Mel B or “Scary Spice” of the Spice...
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Taimak Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy and interview special guest Taimak. Taimak grew up in New York City till he was seven years old. Coming from an interracial background (African American and Italian) his parents chose to move his…
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Bill Duke Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy and interview special guest Bill Duke. Bill Duke recently received a Lifetime Achievement Tribute from the Directors Guild of America, as he joined the ranks of directors Stephen Spielberg, Alfred...
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Tommy ‘Tiny’ Lister Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy and interview special guest Tommy 'Tiny' Lister. Tommy “Tiny” Lister is a highly recognizable actor, having worked in over 171 films in a 29-year span, with renowned directors such as Quentin…
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Tahj Mowry Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy and interview special guest Tahj Mowry. Tahj Mowry, born in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA, is commonly known for playing the young prodigy on the Disney sitcom, Smart Guy. Tahj Mowry was born to Darlene…
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Cherie Johnson Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Courtney Stewart and Jesse Janedy and interview special guest Cherie Johnson. Cherie Johnson (born November 21, 1975 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA), is an American actress, author, columnist, executive producer, producer, and writer. She is of African...
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Alfonso Ribeiro Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Alfonso Ribeiro. Alfonso Ribeiro was born in New York on September 21, 1971. Alfonso's family is from Trinidad & Tobago. Although rumor has been that he is of Dominican descent,...
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Ruben Santiago Hudson Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Ruben Santiago Hudson. Ruben Santiago-Hudson is not only a Tony and Obie award-winning actor, but also an accomplished writer and director. He recently received the 2013 Lucille...
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Tim Story Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Tim Story. Timothy Kevin Story was born on March 13, 1970 in Los Angeles, California. He began directing at the age of 12, making silent films with an 8mm camera he inherited…
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Kristoff St. John Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Kristoff St. John. St. John portrayed a young Alex Haley in the ABC miniseries Roots: The Next Generations. He also made a small but notable appearance as Booker Brown on the…
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Nadine Ellis Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Nadine Ellis. They discuss her upbringing in New York City, her dance background, getting started with the Pussycat Dolls, working with Carmen Electra, getting cast in…
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Quddus Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Quddus, a TV personality best known from his days as the host of MTV's Total Request Live and ABC's singing competition show Duets. Quddus' professional career in broadcasting...
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Joyful Drake Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Joyful Drake. Joyful Drake was born in Milwaukee, WI, the second older girl. As a child, she exhibited a desire to pursue modeling and acting and possessed a quick wit. She is a...
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Boris Kodjoe Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Alia Kruz, Jesse Janedy and Courtney Stewart interview special guest Boris Kodjoe, from such films as Resident Evil: Retribution, Resident Evil: Afterlife, Surrogates and Brown Sugar. In this interview Boris talks in depth about…
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Damien Dante Wayans Interview – Black Hollywood Live’s Portraits
In this episode, Black Hollywood Live hosts Derrial Christon, Alia Kruz, and Jesse Janedy interview special guest Damien Dante Wayans, from the second generation of the Wayans family. In this interview Damien talks in depth about "In Living Color", "Major Payne", "Dance Flick", "2nd Generations...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Portraits is BHL's flagship interview style series. Episodes deliver in-depth interviews with legendary entertainers in the African American community. The most respected actors, producers, directors, hosts, etc. discuss their journeys in this business. It's a rare opportunity to gleam into not only their histories, but Hollywood history as well.
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Portraits is BHL's flagship interview style series. Episodes deliver in-depth interviews with legendary entertainers in the African American community. The most respected actors, producers, directors, hosts, etc. discuss their journeys in this business. It's a rare opportunity to gleam into not...
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