Tiffany Haddish sits down with Marla Gibbs to talk about working in Hollywood in the 70s

Tiffany Haddish sits down with Marla Gibbs to talk about working in Hollywood in the 70s

As a gamer who’s also a history buff and a keen observer of societal changes, I found the third episode of VICE TV’s Black Comedy in America particularly enlightening. The conversation between Tiffany Haddish and Marla Gibbs was a powerful reminder of the struggles that black actors faced in Hollywood during the 70s.


Vice TV delves profoundly into the realm of humor through its latest show, titled “Black Comedy in America“. Through this series, we’re gaining insights about the individuals who devote their lives not just to amusing audiences, but also to battling oppression in unique and personal ways.

In the third installment of the series, named “70s Sitcoms,” viewers will enjoy Tiffany Haddish conversing with Marla Gibbs, famed for her role in The Jeffersons. The discussion revolves around the challenges faced by both actresses when trying to make their mark in the industry and gain recognition. A sneak peek at the episode reveals that Gibbs had to battle hard for her acknowledgement.

In an account shared with Haddish, Marla Gibbs recounted her path to landing her role on The Jeffersons. It appears that her agent submitted a complaint letter to The Hollywood Reporter, expressing his dissatisfaction about the way actors were being treated like a constant cycle of newcomers. This seems to have had an impact, as it led to many of their represented actors getting cast in various roles.

Tiffany Haddish and Marla Gibbs talk about the struggles that black actors faced in Hollywood in the 70s

Given the ongoing efforts to promote diversity on television and in films, this unfortunate situation doesn’t catch many off guard. What is surprising, though, is that an agent had to write a letter detailing the treatment of her actors just to secure interviews and job opportunities for them. This intriguing turn of events piques our curiosity about Gibbs and her work within the Hollywood industry.

Check out the clip from the newest episode of Black Comedy in America below:

On Tuesdays at 10 PM Eastern Time, you can catch the “Black Comedy in America” show on VICE TV. Don’t forget to tune in on October 29 when the “70s Sitcoms” episode makes its debut!

“What were your thoughts on the clip from the latest installment of ‘Black Comedy in America’? Did you find it surprising to learn about the challenges faced by black actors and actresses in the 1970s? Will you be tuning in to watch this episode on Vice TV?

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2024-10-29 19:05

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