Viola Davis on Playing Ma Rainey, Surprise from Oprah & Her Daughter’s Christmas List

3 роки тому

Viola reveals her favorite Christmas song, and talks about the moment she realized she was going to be an actress, her mom inviting 40 extra people to her wedding, her new movie Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, the late great Chadwick Boseman, getting an amazing note and gifts from Oprah, her ten-year-old daughter’s Christmas list, and her husband’s birthday falling on December 24th.
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@gummyberryjoos1693 3 роки тому

This woman is an absolute national treasure. And so stunningly beautiful.

@ninakarimy 3 роки тому

International treasure ❤️

@rodericwalter2862 3 роки тому

Thank you for saying that!

@kevinajjenkins 3 роки тому

More of a reason for her to set a positive example and wear a mask! God bless you

@hzjohnson1632 3 роки тому

@@kevinajjenkins ?? She's doing an interview on a couch by herself 👀

@kevinajjenkins 3 роки тому

@@hzjohnson1632 It does not matter if she is in a sealed chamber. She and especially kimmel have to set an example, wear a mask and be 6ft apart. Please don't be anti-mask and wear your mask.

@michellehunt8797 3 роки тому

Viola Davis is one of the best actresses of all time! Beautiful, vivacious, tough as nails woman!

@xuploads 3 роки тому

Did no one pick up on a celebrity actress saying that it's crazy to spend $365 on something?.. for her daughter?.. on christmas?!... I have nothing against Viola but that was a bit ridiculous.

@justmemadison 3 роки тому

She should have as many awards as Meryl Streep.

@michellehunt8797 3 роки тому

@@xuploads Maybe she doesn't want her daughter spoiled rotten, entitled brat. It is a good thing to teach your children the value of money and feel blessed for every gift you receive. Spending $365 for a single gift is not necessary for a child, good thing because most parents can't afford extravagance like that.

@Lupita311 3 роки тому

@@xuploads she is teaching her the value of money.

@shanaburch2625 3 роки тому

She’s totally unrated I wish she got paid the way she deserves

@imfromdowntown 3 роки тому

Viola gives the best late night interviews. Always relaxed, doesn’t try too hard and good for a couple of fun stories. Love her.

@gustavs8954 3 роки тому

Ikr

@SuperToocool4skool 3 роки тому

She's really really funny! ❤

@kathycunningham846 3 роки тому

It's so true. She gives great interviews and I love her sense of humor.

@imitationcrabmeat6999 3 роки тому

@@SuperToocool4skool she isnt realy realy funny. Shes just funny and a woman

@lovingmemories8902 3 роки тому

She’s so authentic. Not pretentious. She’s the best. ❤️ her.

@cornflower9258 3 роки тому

YES! I love that she has no airs and she dont give answers that sound cute or concise and like a good girl.

@carolcarney1022 3 роки тому

I was smiling thru this whole interview... She's just so genuine, and you can see and feel it...

@aslanonthego 3 роки тому

Authenticity is a rare commodity-Viola Davis is all that “and a bag of potato chips!”

@saradevos83 3 роки тому

Viola is such a funny, kind and beautiful person. I hope she wins all awards.

@Esi153 3 роки тому

Viola is everything. The word queen isn't even enough 🙌🏾

@jayweh 3 роки тому

I love her voice. it's so rich. her laugh, too.

@yvettetorres7829 3 роки тому

I have discovered Viola Davis' talent during this pandemic. She is an amazing actor, person, artist. A whole new appreciation for this extraordinary talented gem.

@soleilm3866 3 роки тому

That laugh will get you averytime..in a crowd you will always know where the V is..the girl is diamond..LUV YA!!

@amarachidesi 3 роки тому

Mark my words… Viola Davis will win an Oscar for this performance

@enricovankeeken9503 3 роки тому

I'm Glad YOU said it! :-)

@petejames415 3 роки тому

She’s gonna WIN!!!

@TheHouseofcoolstuff 3 роки тому

I love her! she’s just a class act, very wonderful actor and she is so true to herself as a black woman!!!

@fadelmahade3044 3 роки тому

She is a hell of an actor

@SMOOV415 3 роки тому

She is so beautiful inside and out. I Love Viola.

@carahowell4260 3 роки тому

She is so beautiful. I love how she has styled her hair too. 😍

@yankeeladee02 3 роки тому

Shine and prepare the Academy Award for Ms. Davis ✨🏆✨ Always flawless and fabulous🌟💛

@tatianalee749 3 роки тому

Yep! My first thought was wondering if she had picked out her Oscar acceptance dress. I’ve only seen the trailers for Ma Rainey, but I think it’s safe to say she’s got this one.

@anju04aa 3 роки тому

Also for Chadwick....🙏

@yankeeladee02 3 роки тому

@@anju04aa - I watched Ma Rainey last night... OMG!!! Home run performances!! Chadwick blew me away! Viola too, but in a different sense. Knowing how ill he was and he gave it all. Such a damn tragedy he’s no longer here. He left an indelible mark. He will never be forgotten, especially for his lady few movies. 🕊

@moxxidankworth9194 3 роки тому

I think it’s a tie between Viola and Andra Day!! That would be epic

@yankeeladee02 3 роки тому

@@moxxidankworth9194 - Totally! Now, to pair them together for a project. That would be spectacular. So much talent and powerful performances on-screen! I’m ready!

@call563 3 роки тому

The movie is great! Rest In paradise Chadwick 💜💜

@jamesoyewale6007 3 роки тому

Viola Davis' laughter is more contagious than corona. 😁

@crystallam7335 3 роки тому

“I’ve had three, but that’s another story!!!” I LOVE HER!!! 🤣🤣🤣💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻❤️❤️😍

@Panamaschild 3 роки тому

I'm loving her hairstyles in these interviews 😍 Her fashion choices are always on point, too!

@emiliollerenas213 3 роки тому

She is such a good actress and such a fun person, I love her

@kimberlyowens4558 3 роки тому

She is SO BEAUTIFUL, THIS SISTER IS THE REAL THING

@lindas4562 3 роки тому

I love her complexion. Beautiful!

@tinadelaluz3197 3 роки тому

We just watched the movie, Viola Davis is fabulous!! The movie was very powerful! Thank you

@lisas5211 3 роки тому

She's destined for greatness. Already a superstar actress. And sooo down to earth

@janekihm5119 3 роки тому

These two together make the best interviews.

@iago07 3 роки тому

Viola will go down as one of the absolute greatest screen/stage artists of all time. She has a gift and I am so glad she chooses to share it with us. 😻

@rebaonelakwa1386 3 роки тому

I love Viola so so much. It is my ultimate dream to meet her one day 🥺

@jayhorton5400 3 роки тому

she is Golden!

@macphallic 3 роки тому

Truly Golden

@2201Duluth 3 роки тому

I love you Viola. You are an incredible actress and human being. Whenever my tongue got stuck on ice, I hated it because it hurt! But glad you had fun doing it. Happy Holidays!

@billargyropoulos3509 3 роки тому

Omg I LOVE VIOLA DAVIS🥰🥰

@priyanktiwari5152 3 роки тому

She is the most beautiful and talented and human being

@chrisspiers6310 3 роки тому

Kudos to Mr. Yates for recognizing great talent! 💖

@samirbatta502 3 роки тому

THE MOST AMAZING , FUNNY , CHARMING AND INSPIRATIONAL ACTRESS!!!!

@ravendkennedy 3 роки тому

I love her hair like this!

@karenlivaudais2147 3 роки тому

She has the best laugh :)

@ladieessence 3 роки тому

She is so beautiful.

@lou4021 3 роки тому

Love luvvvv lovvvvvve lurrrve her Viola Davis rocks 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

@JuleszzC 3 роки тому

They were talking about this movie on NPR tonight, but I came in in the middle and missed that Viola plays the lead. It interested me before but now I can't wait to see it. And she's right. As a kid living up north during the blizzard of 1978, I had sooo much fun with the neighborhood kids that week making tunnels in the snow and having snowball fights.

@yeskev 3 роки тому

That Aunt Joyce story was hilarious 🤣🤣🤣

@ReelDreamer 3 роки тому

Absolutely love her! She's hilarious and deserves more opportunities to show that side off. All of her interviews with Jimmy are the best.

@Doncataitu123 3 роки тому

She is adorable!

@lindsaydt66 3 роки тому

I am a journalist/writer and I tell you, If I were to interview her... the story would be all giggles. Seriously.... just plain giggles. LOVE her energy !!

@richicamacho7989 3 роки тому

She seems like such a fun person! I want her to be my bff!

@LisaMarie51968 3 роки тому

Viola said “Chadwick Boseman was a person you meet once in a lifetime” I feel the same about her! She’s an amazing actress and female role model! I Just Love Her. 💜

@rebahenderson211 3 роки тому

I love love love Viola. She is bringing back memories of my Grandmother who had a 78 record of Ma Rainey and played it on Saturdays while cleaning house. This.music gets in your bones.

@kaliahrosekisses675 3 роки тому

I’ve played Ma Rainey in we have jazz play in the fourth grade I remember my lines clear as day “ Oh honey jazz musicians never die they just go to that big ole cotton club in the sky” “ Hey, you’re Ma Rainey the mother of the blues I love you’re recording of C rider” “ Well thank you honey that’s my favrioute to.” I’m so glad to watch this

@alyceeliza7467 3 роки тому

Ugh! I love her so much. ✨

@sarixora7212 3 роки тому

I loveeeeee her!

@undadispussea 3 роки тому

i’ve always adored her, love her so much!!

@akosuatait3032 3 роки тому

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS HER. SHE IS THE REAL DEAL.

@carlenenelson7949 3 роки тому

This woman is so full of life and so engaging!

@MayflowerBA9928 3 роки тому

Loved the interview ! Viola is a great actress and so funny. Like having a conversation with your best friend! Love her!! Great job in Ma Rainey!

@donkezima3207 3 роки тому

She's mesmerizing.

@PRHousequake 3 роки тому

She’s beautiful!

@tammysingleton6209 3 роки тому

Ms. Viola is such an absolute joy and comedian in all of her interviews, especially with Jimmy Kimmel. Her acting is so transformative and bold! I live her! -Tamara (South Carolinian)😊

@Vette76 3 роки тому

Amazing humans...both Viola and Jimmy. ♡♡

@dumadan7561 3 роки тому

Gosh! I admire this woman so much. She’s dark (amazing glow), beautiful and exudes such confidence. And her command of the characters she plays, just wow!

@chrisspiers6310 3 роки тому

RIP, Chadwick Boseman 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@kedoh75 3 роки тому

Love her spirit. She embodies a great sense of being true to herself and to all her works. Blessed to have Auntie Viola.

@MacFashion2011 3 роки тому

She is an amazing actress! Love her. Beautiful 😀 smile

@anju04aa 3 роки тому

Viola and Octavia....both are boss ladies...

@angelajohnston5872 3 роки тому

Viola is beautiful inside and outside. Her smile is priceless. Can't wait to see that smile when she wins the Oscar.

@elizabethalexis907 3 роки тому

Viola we appreciate your gift you give us. You look great.

@Jckkx 3 роки тому

She's so talented i love her

@traceyleroux2343 3 роки тому

Always such a joy joy joy to hear and watch. Much appreciation sis Viola from South Africa ❤️

@theonlygoia 3 роки тому

I love her SO much ❤️

@noemisanchez1558 3 роки тому

Love Viola!! That’s the kind of momma I am too ✊🏽👏🏽👍🏽

@sonjab2980 3 роки тому

Viola Davis is absolutely wonderful, beautiful, talented, and REAL. Love her.

@clairestephen3579 3 роки тому

I love her Afro.She looks so gorgeous.Great actress I love all her work.

@genx_jen 3 роки тому

Omg, I LOVE Viola's mom look!!

@shanec9840 3 роки тому

She is just so radiantly infectious. Fun fact: she was born on a plantation in SC that I passed by a lot in my college days.

@Izzy-vp6fv 3 роки тому

Love her

@bellaw2510 3 роки тому

Amazing actress. She really is a national treasure and her laugh is so infectious ❤️

@litoandc 3 роки тому

When I saw the preview I thought to myself, "OMG they got Viola looking crazy AF." She did an absolute brilliant job in 'Ma Rainey'. This was her role. No one else could have played this part

@MichelleS234 3 роки тому

Aww this was awesome! Real people, Viola is! Ma Rainey!🙏❤😍

@FranEJ 3 роки тому

wow, i watched this today and it was stellar. what a depiction of the resilience, heartache and consequences of a broken society. despite it all we rise! and we will continue to rise. People like Viola and Chadwick show that nothing is impossible.

@jacobol.6356 3 роки тому

Viola es just amazing, needs another Oscar. 👏

@chrisspiers6310 3 роки тому

Viola Davis is one of the greatest actresses of our time.💖 Looking forward to watching “Ma Rainey” on Netflix!🍿🍿🍿

@melektwelve6451 3 роки тому

Thank you Mr. Yates!!

@jbernaola1457 3 роки тому

I love Viola, she knows she's the best, but she doesn't brag about it, she's the GOAT

@angelaeniola2513 3 роки тому

Here comes her second Oscar, go girl!

@mbxo__5936 3 роки тому

She deserves the oscar for best actress.

@petejames415 3 роки тому

She gonna WIN!!! Get ready!!!!!

@violadavisfans9077 3 роки тому

My Queennnn!!!

@myrnafitch7232 3 роки тому

Love her❤

@mongie1186 3 роки тому

Viola Davis, talented actress and fun as hell!!! I always enjoy her interviews.

@faieyeager5928 3 роки тому

Her smile is so pretty!💜😁

@MoPoppins 3 роки тому

Her husband Julius & I share the same b-day! I love how it's exactly a week before the year ends. A week later, it's New Year's Eve, and then hello new calendar year! It's a great time to reflect on the year, and to squeeze in any last-minute goals.

@angelanichols3576 3 роки тому

I share a birthday with Viola!

@dianecrowder4971 3 роки тому

Viola Davis is my kind of people! Just Beautifully down to earth!🥰😍🤩😁😎

@eanmrachel3514 3 роки тому

What an beautiful and down to earth enormously talented woman. May her life continue to be blessed so that we can be blessed by her work.

@nkululekonazo5755 3 роки тому

Brilliant, smart,and damn good actress ❤️✊👑

@beatjunkybg 3 роки тому

I will admit I sometimes fall asleep listening to some of her long interviews.. love that voice

@Nobody-bq7pl 3 роки тому

Her voice is amazing.

@margo3367 3 роки тому

She's lovely. ✌️to you too, Viola. ❤️

@camnsprencheria3225 3 роки тому

I LOVED everything about Ma Rainey's Black Bottom - exquisite acting, brilliant set design and a powerful storyline. If Viola and Chadwick take home the Oscar for best Actress and Actor - that will be on point and truly well deserved! RIP Chadwick - going on up like a spirit in the sky.....................you are in the place that's the best!