The Daily Show: Ears Edition
Oscar Nominated Actors Danielle Brooks & Da'Vine Joy Randolph
Jan 25, 2024
Oscar Nominated Actors Danielle Brooks & Da'Vine Joy Randolph discuss how Broadway's 'The Color Purple' inspired them, filming in Boston, mastering accents and smoking for a role in the movie 'The Holdovers'.
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Quick takeaways
- Seeing Broadway's 'The Color Purple' as a teenager inspired Danielle Brooks to pursue a career in acting.
- Danielle Brooks incorporated her own cooking skills into her character in the film 'The Holdovers'.
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Acting in The Color Purple and The Color Purple's influence
Danielle Brooks discusses her experience acting in the Broadway musical The Color Purple. She recalls how seeing the show as a teenager inspired her to study theater and pursue a career in acting. Brooks expresses gratitude for the opportunity to play powerful roles and diversify her acting portfolio.
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