Kim Wayans Talks ‘Scary Movie’, ‘In Living Color’ Impact and More


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After almost 40 years in showbiz, legendary comedian Kim Wayans is funnier than ever with a hit movie in theaters, new Youtube seriesand an indelible legacy made more iconic by social media trends.

What started with culture-changing sketch comedy series In living color evolved into a history-making Wayans family renaissance that continued with Kim Finally joining Shawn and Marlon in the Scary movie franchise.

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When asked why she Scary movie The debut took so long that Kim joked that we should ask her brothers Shawn, Marlon and Keenen that question.

“When you talk to the brothers, ask them why Kim is only getting her invite now, okay? Call Marlon, Keenen and Shawn on the phone and ask them (laughs).”

“You know, I like working with my brothers and it’s true, we grew up together, so we know each other and there’s a special comedic dynamic between us, especially Marlon and I.”

“We’d love to go toe to toe and see who can be the most desperate, you know, who can get the biggest laugh by doing something so outrageous and that’s something fun that we enjoy doing together.”

The hilariously raunchy “rebootquel” made its long-awaited return with an impressive $55 million box office debut, marking the biggest opening in franchise history.

Watch the trailer below:

Directed by Michael Tiddes and produced by Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Craig Wayans and Rick Alvarez. Scary movie (6) is yet another reminder of how bankable the Wayans family still is thirty years later.

Kim radiated her signature charm as she talked about her family’s legacy, undeniable impact on new-age comedy on social media, and underrated coming-of-age drama. Pariahand more in our interview which you can watch below:

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