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Tony Yayo Likens Katt Williams Interview To Tupac’s “Hit ‘Em Up”

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Tony Yayo feels like Katt Williams unloaded a clip on the comedic world during his Club Shay Shay interview, similar to how Tupac targetted his foes on “Hit Em Up.” During a recent interview with Vlad TV, Tony Yayo chimed in on Katt Williams’ salacious conversation with Shannon Sharpe. The G-Unit rapper claimed that Katt Williams is almost like 50 Cent of the comedy world, especially when it comes to providing his unfiltered thoughts on current affairs. 

Katt Williams general approach to comedy is undoubtedly why it resonates with people across the board. Yayo explained that the Friday After Next actor “says what he wants to say,” though his respect for Williams increased after witnessing the comedian get into the zone at 50 Cent’s show in Atlanta. He explained that Williams has the ability to turn his negative situations into a positive, such as when he got beat up by a 14-year-old and later, cracked jokes about the incident during a Brooklyn show.

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Katt Williams Delivered The “Hit Em Up” Of Comedy

Although Tony Yayo says that he appreciates all of the other comedians that Williams dissed during the interview, he said that Katt remains unapologetically himself. While comparing the interview to Tupac’s “Hit Em Up,” he added that he relates to Williams. “He’s gon’ say what he wants to say,” Yayo said. “I’m like that. I say what I want to say, some people are just like that. What does he got to lose? He’s already a millionaire. He’s rich already.”

Katt Williams interview on Club Shay Shay has racked up 37 million views since its release last week. Throughout the interview, Williams slams a number of comedians, such as Tiffany Haddish, Kevin Hart, and others for their comedic chops. Although his feud with Hart garnered the most amount of attention, Williams recently revealed that he was going to go on tour with Kevin’s ex-wife, Torrei. We’ll see how that plays out. For now, check out Tony Yayo’s interview with Vlad above and sound off with your thoughts in the comments below. 

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Kevin Hart’s Ex-Wife Torrei Says She’s Going On Tour With Katt Williams

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Katt Williams set 2024 ablaze when he sat down with Shannon Sharpe on the latest episode of Club Shay Shay. The expansive interview found Katt Williams making many claims about Kevin Hart, Steve Harvey, or other comedians that most would consider his peers. He accused Hart of being an industry plant of sorts, a claim that many have debunked since. However, Hart later responded in a brief and passive-aggressive tone. “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ….It’s honestly sad,” he stated. 

Evidently, the feud between Katt Williams and Kevin Hart didn’t end there and it appears that things might be getting personal soon. Torrei Hart, Kevin’s ex-wife, hit Instagram where she shared a photo alongside Williams. However, it appears that Torrei will soon be in cahoots with the comedian as she revealed that she’ll be going on tour with Katt. “ #Charlotte #Orlando #Tampa, come see me live with my good friend [Katt Williams] on the Dark Matters Tour,” she captioned the post. It remains unclear whether her set will include any mentions regarding her ex-husband.

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Torrei Hart & Katt Williams Plan To Tour Together

Torrei Hart has tried to get her feet wet in the stand-up world over the past few years. Evidently, Williams has some sort of appreciation for her craft if he’s willing to bring her on tour. Along with the photo with Williams, Torrei shared a snippet from his interview on Club Shay Shay where he discussed the type of comedians that he’s willing to work with. “I only put on comedians that are funnier than me,” he said. “Anyone that told you differently was a fat Faizon liar,” he added, referring to comedian Faizon Love.

Torrei Hart said she’ll join Katt Williams on his tour dates in Charlotte on Jan. 27th, Orlando on Feb. 2nd, and Rampa on Feb. 3rd. We could imagine that they might have more in the works following their stint together on the road. Check out Torrei Hart’s post above and sound off with your thoughts in the comment section below. 

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Bernie Mac’s Daughter Praises Katt Williams Amid Steve Harvey Feud

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Bernie Mac’s daughter, Je’Niece McCullough, weighed in on Katt Williams’ recent controversial interview with Shannon Sharpe on the Club Shay Shay podcast. During the discussion, Williams accused Steve Harvey of hating on the late comedian and trying to take his role on Ocean’s 11. In response, McCullough labeled the interview “hilarious” and praised Williams for seeming like a “stand-up dude.”

“I just want people to keep in mind that my dad has been dead for fifteen years [and] I have not been fully immersed in the world of comedy… I don’t know Katt Williams — never met him. That’s one person I never did get to meet when my dad was alive,” she said. “But from everything that I’ve ever heard my dad say, he’s always seemed like a stand-up dude. So I have no qualms, no quarrels with him.”

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Bernie Mac Attends The Source Awards

NEW YORK, NEW YORK–APRIL 25: Bernie Mac appears at the Source Awards on April 25, 1994 at the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York. (Photo by Al Pereira/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

From there, McCullough added: “Well, it’s because everybody doesn’t get along. I think that’s one of the misconceptions about comedians, and I guess it’s due to the fact that what they do brings so much joy… Everybody thinks that behind closed doors, it’s all love and nah. It’s not. They’ve always been competitive.” Check out her full comments on the podcast below.

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Addressing Steve Harvey while speaking with Sharpe, Williams had exclaimed: “The whole time Bernie was here, you was acting like you was funnier than him — the reason you were supposed to go last is because it was your tour! Tell the truth!” He also labeled Mac “the king” and “the best.” Be on the lookout for further updates on the fallout from Katt Williams’ appearance on Club Shay Shay on HotNewHipHop.

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Top 5 Surprising Facts About Katt Williams 

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Katt Williams has entertained audiences for over 20 years with his memorable roles in movies such as Friday After Next and Norbit, as well as his hilarious comedy specials. However, some lesser-known facts about the well-known comedian may surprise his fans. 

Top 5 Things Fans May Not Have Known About Katt

From his academic achievements to his rap career, here are five things fans may not have known about Katt Williams:

Katt Is An Avid Reader

From a young age, Katt Williams had a love for reading and developed an impressive reading ability. By the age of three, he could read fluently, and from ages 8 to 12, he consumed approximately 3,000 books annually, all of which were non-fiction. 

The comedian/actor even claimed that he could read in multiple languages by age eight, showcasing his intellectual curiosity and love for learning.

He Was Accepted To A Prestigious School

At just 12, Williams received a full scholarship to The National Science Academy in Dayton, Ohio.

However, in a surprising turn of events, he purposely failed a test to gain admission, feeling like he wouldn’t fit in. Despite this, it’s clear that Williams’ academic potential was recognized at a young age.

Katt Is A Member Of Mensa

Katt Williams is not only a talented comedian, but he also possesses a high level of intellect. Since the age of 10, he has been associated with Mensa, an organization encompassing individuals with exceptional IQ levels. 

As a non-profit society, Mensa grants membership to those who score within the 98th percentile or higher on an approved IQ test. Williams continues to challenge his mind, taking regular tests every six months to maintain his membership in the prestigious organization.

He Had A Rap Career

In addition to his achievements in the world of comedy, Williams has also ventured into the realm of music. Under the name Money Mike, which pays homage to his character in Friday After Next, he dabbled in rapping. 

Collaborating with artists such as The Game, Suga Free, and The Diplomats, Williams released his debut studio/live album titled It’s Pimpin’ Pimpin’ in 2009, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer.

Katt Is A Generous Guy

Beyond his talent and intellectual pursuits,  Williams is known for his generosity toward other comedians. 

Stories have surfaced on social media about him going above and beyond to support emerging talents. Comedian B Daht shared an anecdote of opening for Williams early in his career, and unexpectedly receiving a payment of $750, even though he wasn’t scheduled to be paid. 

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Similarly, comedian Deon Cole revealed that after a comedy show early in his career, Williams personally paid him $1,000 when the venue didn’t compensate him adequately.

Katt Williams revealed many facts about himself in his interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast, which was released on January 3. He also called out fellow comedians Steve Harvey, Rickey Smiley, and Kevin Hart as well as others, and questioned their integrity in comedy. 

Trae The Truth & Cedric The Entertainer Generously Spread Warmth

Katt Williams is not the only celebrity known for their generosity. In December 2023, Houston rapper Trae The Truth and comedian Cedric The Entertainer made headlines for distributing jackets, blankets, and coats to the homeless in Houston.

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Cedric The Entertainer Responds To Katt Williams At Golden Globes: “Not Even Factual”

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Cedric the Entertainer responded to Katt Williams’ recent comments on the Club Shay Shay podcast during an appearance at the Golden Globes on Sunday night. Williams had accused Cedric of stealing one of his biggest jokes. In response, Cedric labeled the story, “not even factual.”

“It’s an interesting time now,” Cedric told ET. “People get on these blogs and they just start spewing off stuff that’s not even factual. I let the fodder just go out there until I’m ready to respond to it. I am who I am, I stand on that for sure.”

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Cedric The Entertainer Arrives At Golden Globes

Cedric the Entertainer at the 81st Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 7, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Golden Globes 2024/Golden Globes 2024 via Getty Images)

As for Williams’ allegation, he explained: “He thought that I was just a no-name comedian and that he could take this joke and nobody would know. The issue was that I had already done this particular joke on BET’s ComicView twice. It had done so well on BET’s ComicView that they made it part of the commercial. This is not just a random joke — this is my very best joke, and it’s my last joke, and it’s my closing joke. [In] 1998 I’m doing this joke; it’s on ComicView. Cedric comes to The Comedy Store. He watches me in the audience, he comes backstage. He tells me what a great job I did and how much he loves the joke. Two years later, he’s doing that as his last joke on the [Original] Kings of Comedy and he’s doing it verbatim, he’s just changed my car into a spaceship.” Check out Cedric’s response below.

Cedric The Entertainer Addresses Katt Williams Feud

 
 
 
 
 
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Cedric The Entertainer wasn’t the only one Williams targeted during the interview. He also called out Steve Harvey and Kevin Hart. Hart responded on Twitter, writing: “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ. It’s honestly sad.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Katt Williams and Cedric The Entertainer’s feud on HotNewHipHop.

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Ed Lover Backs Up Katt Williams’ Claim That Steve Harvey “Hated On” Bernie Mac

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Ed Lover confirmed Katt Williams’ recent comments on Steve Harvey “hating on” Bernie Mac during Friday’s episode of his C’Mon Son! podcast. Expanding on what Williams said during his appearance on Club Shay Shay, Lover alleged that Harvey did try to take Mac’s role on Oceans 11.

“He [Williams] goes on to say that he was supposed to be one of the Kings of Comedy — that they approached him after Bernie passed,” Lover said. “But he didn’t want to go on the Kings of Comedy tour because of Steve Harvey’s treatment of Bernie Mac. He has a lot of respect for Bernie Mac.” From there, he explained that he was a close friend of Mac’s until his death. He added: “The stuff that Katt Williams said about Steve Harvey calling to try to get Bernie’s role on Oceans 11, and that kind of stuff? Bernie told me out of his own mouth. I believe Bernie Mac when he said Steve Harvey hated on him.”

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Katt Williams Performs At The BET Comedy Icon Awards

PASADENA, CA – SEPTEMBER 25: Singer Katt Williams performs onstage at the 2005 B.E.T. Comedy Icon Awards at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on September 25, 2005 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Vince Bucci/Getty Images)

As for Katt Williams’ full comments, he had brought up Harvey’s feelings about the late Bernie Mac while calling him out for stealing jokes. “The same Steve that went to go watch Mark Curry do his whole sitcom and then stole everything Mark Curry had. Now Steve got a sitcom where he the principal, and he wear a suit,” Williams said. “And then he gets this high-top fade, making all Black men think he got the best lineup in the business. And it’s a man unit. Then you ask him, ‘Why you not a movie star?’ ‘I didn’t want to be a movie star.’ This the same n*gro that hated on Bernie [Mac] with this same thing. There are 30,000 new scripts in Hollywood every year. Not one of them asked for a country bumpkin Black dude that can’t talk good […] and look like Mr. Potato Head. There ain’t none. You have to have range.”

Katt Williams Speaks With Shannon Sharpe

Steve Harvey wasn’t the only one Williams targeted during the interview. He also called out Cedric The Entertainer and Kevin Hart. Be on the lookout for further updates on Ed Lover as well as the fallout from Katt Williams’ interview with Shannon Sharpe on HotNewHipHop.

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[WATCH]Shannon Sharpe Responds To Criticism Over Katt Williams Interview

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Shannon Sharpe recently admitted he was offended over criticism that he was starstruck during his interview with Katt Williams instead of asking important follow-up questions.

Katt’s infamous interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast went viral last week, but social media users criticized Shannon’s interviewing skills.

One viewer tweeted (then deleted):

“Shannon Sharpe’s poor interview skills make me feel like he is just not an active listener at all because he left soooooo much on the table with Katt. Interviewing (like journalism) is a skill and it sucks how we’ve minimized its importance over time.”

“I never said I was a journalist,” Shannon told former NFL star Chad Johnson during the “Nightcap” podcast on Thursday. “Follow up question with what?”

Shannon claimed Katt’s appearance was simply a “conversation” between friends.

“If you listened in my intro, I said… the person that’s coming by for conversation and a drink. I’m a conversationalist.”

Shannon continued: “I never professed to be a journalist. I’m an entertainer. If you want hard-hitting questions, ’60 Minutes’ is the platform for you. ‘Dateline.’ ’48 Hours.’ Go to Lester Holt.”

However, social media users argued a good conversationalist requires listening skills and Shannon struggled.

The Club Shay Shay episode racked up over 36 million views in 4 days.

Thoughts?

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WATCH: Kevin Hart Delivers ‘Known Facts’ About Katt Williams During NBA Broadcast

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You thought Kevin Hart wouldn’t take a jab at Katt Williams after that Club Shay Shay interview? During NBA Unplugged, which he hosts alongside his Plastic Cup Boyz on ESPN, Hart got some jokes in while watching the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers.

“Another fun fact about the New York Knicks, I don’t know if you guys know this, but Katt Williams bought the Knicks, and it’s rumored that he took the Knicks back, returned them with a receipt,” Hart said. “He’s the first person to ever do that. He bought them for 15 days and returned them. That’s another fun fact about the New York Knicks.”

He added a couple more jokes about Williams’ claims about reading 3,000 books in a year at age six and stating he runs a 4.1 40-yard-dash time.

Comedian Katt WIlliams really shook the room among rappers and comedians alike on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast, which has prompted almost all the people mentioned to respond, including famous funnyman Kevin Hart.

Katt suggested that Hart is an “industry plant,” asking, “Has there ever been a comedian to get their own sitcom and a starring role in a movie like Hart did with ‘Soul Plane’ on their first year in Los Angeles?”

Hart responded to Williams on X, saying, “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ….It’s honestly sad. In the meantime…. Please enjoy MY MOVIE TRAILER to my next film ‘LIFT’ which will be dropping on @netflix in 8 days!!!!! There is a moment in the trailer where @gugumbatharaw says ‘They Really Love You’….I now know she’s talking about ‘Katt’ Mark yo calendars world!!!! This one is SPECIAL!!!!” 

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Boosie BadAzz Recalls Katt Williams Gifting Him $15k After Prison Release

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Boosie BadAzz has come to the defense of Katt Williams after the comedian’s explosive interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast. Speaking about the drama stemming from the conversation with Shannon Sharpe on Instagram Live, Boosie recalled Williams gifting him $15,000 after he got out of prison.

After beginning by saying he’s got nothing to say about the situation, he added: “I know he a real n***a to me. Like I say bro, I came home, I ain’t had nothing. The man invited me to his concert. I mean front-row seats. When I was leaving, he gave me $15,000.” From there, Boosie recalled plenty of other celebrities remarking, “Free Boosie,” during his time behind bars, but not keeping the same supportive energy when he got out.

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Boosie BadAzz Performs In College Park, Georgia

COLLEGE PARK, GEORGIA – AUGUST 15: Boosie Badazz performs onstage during The Parking Lot Concert Series at Georgia International Convention Center on August 15, 2020 in College Park, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

As for Williams’ discussion with Shannon Sharpe, he’s been making headlines for controversial comments on a number of topics. The two discussed the sexual abuse lawsuits Diddy is facing, Kanye West’s latest antics, his issues with other comedians, including Steve Harvey, Cedric The Entertainer, and Kevin Hart, as well as much more. Check out Boosie’s praise of Williams on Instagram below.

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While Boosie has nothing but praise for Williams, not everyone has had such a positive reaction to the interview. In response to the comedian labeling him an industry plant during the chat, Kevin Hart fired back on Twitter, writing: “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ. It’s honestly sad.” Tiffany Haddish also responded to the podcast during her latest stand-up set. Be on the lookout for further updates on Boosie BadAzz and the fallout from Katt Williams’ appearance on the Club Shay Shay podcast on HotNewHipHop.

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Charlamagne Tha God Disagrees With Katt Williams, Defends Kevin Hart

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Charlamagne Tha God says that Katt Williams was wrong for accusing Kevin Hart of being an industry plant during his explosive interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast. Speaking about the comments with Andrew Schulz on their The Brilliant Idiots show, Charlamagne explained why he felt the legendary comedian was being unfair to Hart.

“I saw Katt say something too about Kevin Hart… Kevin Hart’s come-up wasn’t organic. I totally disagree with that,” he said. “I totally disagree with that, and the reason I totally disagree with that is because we watched Kev not succeed in Hollywood. We watched his NBC sitcom, I think it was NBC, we watched his sitcom not succeed in Hollywood. We watched Soul Plane not do well.”

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Charlamagne Tha God & Andrew Schulz Perform In N.Y.C.

NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 30: (L-R) Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz perform at Highline Ballroom on September 30, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Williams described Hart as a “plant” during a fiery rant about the comedina. “No one in Hollywood has a memory of going to a sold-out Kevin Hart show, there being a line for him, ever getting a standing ovation at any comedy club,” Williams said. “He already had his deals when he got here. Have we heard of a comedian that came to L.A., and in his first year in L.A., he had his own sitcom on network television and had his own movie called ‘Soul Plane’ that he was leading? No, we’ve never heard of that before that person, or since that person. What do you think a ‘plant’ is?” Check out Charlamagne’s response to the comments below.

Charlamagne Discusses Kevin Hart-Katt Williams Feud

Hart fired back at Williams on Twitter afterward, while promoting his film, Lift, writing: “Gotta get that anger up outcha champ. It’s honestly sad.” Be on the lookout for further updates on the fallout from Katt Williams’ recent Club Shay Shay appearance on HotNewHipHop.

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