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3 days ago
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‘Living Single' Stars Erika Alexander And T.C. Carson Emotionally Reflect On Their Onscreen Relationship
Source: Vinnie Zuffante / Getty Erika Alexander and T.C. Carson were one of TV's favorite couples during their time on the '90s sitcom Living Single. But Carson was written out of the show in its fifth and final season after speaking out too loudly about inequities. Friends was the top sitcom of the era and one of the most popular in TV history. But its template of a tight-knit group of friends living together was set by Living Single. Both shows were produced by Warner Bros. and shot on the Warner Bros. lot. Despite the parallels and the strong ratings for Living Single, Carson and his castmates felt they were slighted in comparison when it came to salaries and budgets. Alexander and fellow Living Single star Kim Coles are co-hosting the ReLiving Single podcast, watching every episode of the series with behind-the-scenes info and their reactions. Created by groundbreaking TV executive Yvette Lee Bowser as a vehicle for Queen Latifah, Living Single aired on Fox from 1993 to 1998. It covered the lives and loves of six friends living in a Brooklyn brownstone and also co-starred Kim Fields and John Henton. Alexander played attorney-at-law Maxine Shaw, and Carson portrayed her love interest, stockbroker Kyle Barker. Alexander's role was so influential that she inspired a generation of aspiring lawyers and executives. (There's a website dedicated to her character and its impact.) Carson was the podcast's most recent guest in a special episode where Coles and Alexander broke down the music that underpinned the series. His visit made Alexander visibly emotional when they discussed the impact of his departure. 'You didn't just leave. There was a huge void. And I think that left a lot of us paralyzed,' Alexander said. She added, 'I actually didn't even know how to be Max without you. Part of her, the architecture of Max, exists inside of a conversation and a duel with a man named TC Carson, who's playing Kyle…As my comedy partner, like Fred Astaire needs his Ginger (Rogers), I just want to let you know that you were the best comedy partner I could ever have.' Carson told Comedy Hype in 2000 that he was fired from Living Single because of his advocacy and that the cast followed his lead. 'Part of it is, even now, if you're African-American, you shut your mouth and do your job,' he said. 'Don't ask questions. Be happy that you have a job. My whole time on Living Single, I was happy I had a job, but I understood the importance of the job I had. I understood the importance of what these characters meant to my community. And so when I come to you with a problem, it's because of that, not because of ego. They looked at it as ego.' Watch the full podcast below: SEE ALSO 'Living Single' Stars Erika Alexander And T.C. Carson Emotionally Reflect On Their Onscreen Relationship was originally published on
Black America Web
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Brands In The Bayou: Kim Coles, Erika Alexander, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett & More Attend H&M's ‘Brunch With Bevy' & In-Store Event At The 2025 Essence Festival Of Culture
Source: Courtesy / H&M The spirits of fashion, culture, and community were celebrated at the 2025 Essence Festival of Culture. H&M hosted two signature events that brought together influential Black voices, tastemakers, and creatives in New Orleans. Over the holiday weekend, the global fashion brand made its debut as a proud sponsor of the Essence Festival of Culture, hosting a star-studded brunch and a fashion-forward in-store event celebrating self-expression, storytelling, and style. On the 4th of July, H&M partnered with media personality and author Bevy Smith to host 'Brunch with Bevy.' The exclusive gathering at Marché blended fashion, food, and fellowship. The event welcomed a curated group of cultural leaders and storytellers for a morning of meaningful conversation and connection. The event included opening remarks by Bevy Smith and Donna Dozier Gordon (Head of Inclusion and Diversity, H&M Americas). That was followed by a featured conversation with Bevy Smith, Kim Coles, and Erika Alexander — celebrating their legacy from Living Single and its lasting impact on culture. The conversation also spotlighted Kim and Erika's new podcast, ReLiving Single, which explores the show's enduring influence and the personal career journeys of its stars. Lastly, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett also delivered powerful remarks, underscoring the importance of celebrating Black joy. 'H&M is proud to make our debut as an official sponsor of the Essence Festival of Culture — a culturally iconic celebration that holds deep significance for Black culture and aligns closely with our values of inclusion, self-expression, and creativity,' said Donna Dozier Gordon, Head of Inclusion and Diversity, H&M Americas. 'Through events like Brunch with Bevy and our in-store celebration with Essence, we're honored to spotlight the power of Black storytelling and foster connection through the shared language of fashion and culture.' On Saturday (July 5th), H&M and Essence welcomed influencers, press, and friends of the brands to a lively in-store event at H&M's French Quarter location. The celebration highlighted H&M's role as an official Essence Festival of Culture sponsor and a go-to destination for festival style. Attendees enjoyed light bites, bellinis, a live DJ, and exclusive branded giveaways. The event featured a panel discussion titled 'Style is not on you, it's in you,' moderated by Bevy Smith and featuring actress Andrea Lewis and Essence's Nandi Howard. The conversation explored how personal style is rooted in authenticity and self-expression beyond trends or price tags. Following the private event, the celebration continued throughout the day for all customers, with music, DJ's, giveaways, and special photo moments. Check out some photos from both of H&M's events this past weekend. Brands In The Bayou: Kim Coles, Erika Alexander, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett & More Attend H&M's 'Brunch With Bevy' & In-Store Event At The 2025 Essence Festival Of Culture was originally published on Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Source:H&M Photos from H&M's events during Essence Festival of Culture. h&m,bevy smith,essence festival of culture
Black America Web
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
In A 90s Kind Of World: Hartbeat Teams Up With Erika Alexander & Kim Coles To Launch ‘ReLiving Single' Podcast Series
Source: Courtesy / Hartbeat Today (May 1st), we got some big news from Hartbeart, the global entertainment company at the intersection of comedy and culture. Alongside Color Farm Media, Hartbeat announced ReLiving Single , a new podcast series hosted by real-life best friends and Living Single stars Erika Alexander and Kim Coles. The official unofficial rewatch series offers a fresh, in-depth look at the iconic '90s show that redefined comedy, friendship, dating, and the Black experience for a generation. From 'Ride the Maverick' mishaps to classic 'woo woo woo' wisdom, each episode delivers behind-the-scenes stories, unforgettable moments, and surprise guest appearances, giving both longtime fans and new viewers a front-row seat to the legacy of Living Single . Kim Coles expressed her excitement by stating, 'Getting to relive 'Living Single' with Erika — and with all of you — feels like opening a time capsule packed with love, laughter, and a little extra lip gloss. I can't wait to spill the tea, share the joy, and celebrate the magic that made us all family.' ''ReLiving Single' is a multigenerational conversation that remains evergreen because of the love our fans have for us and the show! And they want more!' said Alexander. 'So we put together an all-star lineup to reminisce, drop life-lesson gems and give a masterclass on comedy and showbiz. You'll hear stories you've never heard before, but the best part of the rewatch series is on screen, Kim and I, like a pair of vampires, ain't aged a day!' SVP of Digital & Platforms at Hartbeat , Eric Eddings added, 'We've seen the massive impact that 'Living Single' has had on The Culture . From inspiring legions of journalists and lawyers to changing the narrative of what it meant to be a Black woman in '90s America, 'Living Single' created a picture of Black Life that still feels authentic. What ReLiving Single will illustrate is that it was an intentional effort by dozens of people whose stories we haven't really heard. Erika and Kim are two of those people – which makes them the perfect guides on this journey.' Hartbeat's exciting new series is executive produced by Kevin Hart, Jeff Clanagan, Eric Eddings, Lesley Gwam (Hartbeat), Erika Alexander and Ben Arnon (Color Farm Media). Amber Watson and Kim Coles serve as producers, while Kenny Jackson takes on associate producer responsibilities. ReLiving Single is the newest addition to Hartbeat's expanding portfolio of original audio content, joining hit series like Gold Minds with Kevin Hart , One Song with Diallo Riddle and Luxxury , and Petty Crimes with Ceara Jane O'Sullivan and Griff Stark-Ennis . Fans of the cult classic series Living Single can tap in when the new series premieres on Wednesday, May 7th. New episodes will release weekly on Wednesdays on the ReLiving Single YouTube page, which you can find here. Also, fans have the option to listen wherever they get your podcasts. Congrats to Erika Alexander, Kim Coles, Hartbeat and everyone else involved in making this major move happen! SEE ALSO In A 90s Kind Of World: Hartbeat Teams Up With Erika Alexander & Kim Coles To Launch 'ReLiving Single' Podcast Series was originally published on
