In this episode of Only Child, Bob the Drag Queen sits down with comedy legend and "Black Hollywood auntie" Kym Whitley for an unfiltered, hilarious conversation. The two discuss everything from their shared experiences in stand-up comedy to their personal lives and career milestones.
Key Highlights from the Discussion:
- Surprising Revelations: Kym Whitley shares a shocking story about a former boyfriend who turned out to be a murderer (1:30 - 3:20). They also revisit the legendary "sweatpants moment" involving Marlon Wayans on the set of The Wayans Bros. (10:00 - 11:35).
- Stand-up and Career: Kym discusses her long-standing career in comedy, her approach to performing, and the importance of supporting fellow comedians by taking them on tour (17:35 - 20:30). She also clears up her history with various roles, including her voice work as the "Toothfish" (14:30 - 16:50).
- Comedy and Perspectives: The two share a candid and thoughtful conversation about Flame Monroe, comedy, and the nuances of gender-affirming care and social presentation (21:50 - 28:00).
- The "Messy" Blind Ranking Game: Bob forces Kym to participate in a "blind ranking" game of Black Hollywood actors, which creates a comical amount of tension as Kym tries to avoid ruining friendships while assigning rankings to people like Mon'nique, Tisha Campbell, and Sherry Shepard (31:35 - 43:20).
- Travel Tips: Kym shares her "master" secrets for securing better airline experiences, including creative ways to ensure no one sits next to her on flights (49:28 - 50:10).