In this episode of Club Shay Shay, Shannon Sharpe sits down with the incomparable Keke Palmer for a candid and uplifting conversation about her groundbreaking career and personal journey. From her childhood in Robbins, Illinois, to becoming an Emmy and NAACP Image Award-winning actress, Keke opens up about the milestones and challenges that have shaped her life.

As the youngest actress nominated for a SAG Award in a lead role, the first Black woman to star in her own Nickelodeon show, and the youngest talk show host in TV history, Keke reflects on her history-making accomplishments and shares the lessons learned along the way. She recounts her rise to fame with Akeelah and the Bee and True Jackson, VP, and how her parents’ sacrifices allowed her to pursue her dreams while staying grounded amidst the pressures of stardom.

Keke also dives into her experiences navigating fame as a child star and breadwinner for her family, her homeschooling journey, and the personal challenges of growing up in the public eye. She shares heartfelt reflections on the impact of becoming a mother, how it has deepened her appreciation for her parents, and how it influences her career choices today.



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In this episode of Club Shay Shay, Shannon Sharpe sits down with the incomparable Keke Palmer for a candid and uplifting conversation about her groundbreaking career and personal journey. From her childhood in Robbins, Illinois, to becoming an Emmy and NAACP Image Award-winning actress, Keke opens up about the milestones and challenges that have shaped her life.
As the youngest actress nominated for a SAG Award in a lead role, the first Black woman to star in her own Nickelodeon show, and the youngest talk show host in TV history, Keke reflects on her history-making accomplishments and shares the lessons learned along the way. She recounts her rise to fame with Akeelah and the Bee and True Jackson, VP, and how her parents’ sacrifices allowed her to pursue her dreams while staying grounded amidst the pressures of stardom.
Keke also dives into her experiences navigating fame as a child star and breadwinner for her family, her homeschooling journey, and the personal challenges of growing up in the public eye. She shares heartfelt reflections on the impact of becoming a mother, how it has deepened her appreciation for her parents, and how it influences her career choices today.
 
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NFL legend Shannon Sharpe—3x Super Bowl champion and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame—sits down with the biggest athletes, celebrities and influencers to discuss their accomplishments, challenges, and everything in-between.

NFL legend Shannon Sharpe—3x Super Bowl champion and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame—sits down with the biggest athletes, celebrities and influencers to discuss their accomplishments, challenges, and everything in-between.

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Club Shay Shay - Keke Palmer Part 1

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Join us for part 2 of the conversation as Keke discusses her viral Usher concert moment, Ice Cube’s advice that she still cherishes, and her approach to overcoming setbacks like her unpicked Disney pilot, Keke and Jamal. Keke reflects on career-defining roles, including her breakthrough in Tyler Perry’s  Madea’s Family Reunion, which she landed without an audition, and how those experiences shaped her belief in staying authentic and trusting her path.

She opens up about the blurred lines between personal and professional experiences as a young actor, the challenges of fame at a young age, and her evolution as a performer. From navigating industry pressures to choosing roles that reflect her values, Keke discusses how she balances staying true to herself while embracing her identity as a mother and artist.

Packed with laughter, resilience, and wisdom, this episode shows why Keke Palmer is always booked, busy, and evolving. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with one of entertainment’s brightest and most grounded stars, only on Club Shay Shay.



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Join us for part 2 of the conversation as Keke discusses her viral Usher concert moment, Ice Cube’s advice that she still cherishes, and her approach to overcoming setbacks like her unpicked Disney pilot, Keke and Jamal. Keke reflects on career-defining roles, including her breakthrough in Tyler Perry’s  Madea’s Family Reunion, which she landed without an audition, and how those experiences shaped her belief in staying authentic and trusting her path.
She opens up about the blurred lines between personal and professional experiences as a young actor, the challenges of fame at a young age, and her evolution as a performer. From navigating industry pressures to choosing roles that reflect her values, Keke discusses how she balances staying true to herself while embracing her identity as a mother and artist.
Packed with laughter, resilience, and wisdom, this episode shows why Keke Palmer is always booked, busy, and evolving. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with one of entertainment’s brightest and most grounded stars, only on Club Shay Shay.
 
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Club Shay Shay - Keke Palmer Part 2

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Join us for part 2 as Ms.Pat shares that her dream project would be Rush Hour, and she opens up about her long-standing admiration for Ice Cube. She expresses her desire to collaborate with him on iconic projects like Friday, jokingly inviting Ice Cube to give her a call for the next installment.

In an honest moment, Ms.Pat discusses her relationship with her daughter, navigating complex conversations around sexuality, and learning to accept her daughter’s identity. She reflects on how her own past biases shifted, realizing the importance of love and support.

Throughout the conversation, Ms. Pat discusses who she would like to have dinner with, dead or alive, which includes the legendary Whitney Houston, Richard Pryor, Dave Chappelle, and Fred Sanford. She also opens up about the challenges of managing her newfound wealth, from paying taxes to learning the importance of investing for her family’s future. Ms. Pat offers valuable life lessons with her signature wit and candor, including the difficulties of saying "no" to loved ones and managing the financial pressures that come with success.

During the conversation, Ms. Pat takes us to an emotional Super Bowl memory, recounting a dramatic story about her late sister-in-law, who passed away while watching the Falcons play. She reflects on how she broke generational curses, sharing the profound joy she felt when her daughter graduated high school—an achievement that symbolized the breaking of cycles in her family. She discusses the complexities of motherhood, the mistakes she made, and the love she poured into her children. With heartfelt advice, Ms. Pat encourages women facing adversity to learn to love themselves first in order to move forward.

Tune in to this unfiltered conversation for a powerful mix of humor, heart, and the life lessons that have shaped one of comedy’s most authentic voices. Only on Club Shay Shay.



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Join us for part 2 as Ms.Pat shares that her dream project would be Rush Hour, and she opens up about her long-standing admiration for Ice Cube. She expresses her desire to collaborate with him on iconic projects like Friday, jokingly inviting Ice Cube to give her a call for the next installment.
In an honest moment, Ms.Pat discusses her relationship with her daughter, navigating complex conversations around sexuality, and learning to accept her daughter’s identity. She reflects on how her own past biases shifted, realizing the importance of love and support.
Throughout the conversation, Ms. Pat discusses who she would like to have dinner with, dead or alive, which includes the legendary Whitney Houston, Richard Pryor, Dave Chappelle, and Fred Sanford. She also opens up about the challenges of managing her newfound wealth, from paying taxes to learning the importance of investing for her family’s future. Ms. Pat offers valuable life lessons with her signature wit and candor, including the difficulties of saying "no" to loved ones and managing the financial pressures that come with success.
During the conversation, Ms. Pat takes us to an emotional Super Bowl memory, recounting a dramatic story about her late sister-in-law, who passed away while watching the Falcons play. She reflects on how she broke generational curses, sharing the profound joy she felt when her daughter graduated high school—an achievement that symbolized the breaking of cycles in her family. She discusses the complexities of motherhood, the mistakes she made, and the love she poured into her children. With heartfelt advice, Ms. Pat encourages women facing adversity to learn to love themselves first in order to move forward.
Tune in to this unfiltered conversation for a powerful mix of humor, heart, and the life lessons that have shaped one of comedy’s most authentic voices. Only on Club Shay Shay.
 
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Club Shay Shay - Ms.Pat Part 2

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In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Club Shay Shay, Shannon Sharpe sits down with the incomparable Ms. Pat—comedian, actress, podcast host, NAACP-nominated author, and Emmy-nominated creator of The Ms. Pat Show on BET+. Ms. Pat opens up about her remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Atlanta to becoming a force in the entertainment industry. She reflects on the tough lessons learned growing up in a bootleg house, becoming a teenage mom, and how she transformed her life despite the odds.

Ms. Pat shares an unforgettable moment with Shannon, recalling the advice he gave her on a plane about matching her Gucci backpack and Louis Vuitton purse, which sparked a lasting bond between the two. She also discusses the emotional responsibility of raising her sister’s children while juggling her own, the challenges of growing up with an abusive mother, and the painful yet transformative process of forgiveness, including caring for her estranged father in his final years.

Through laughter, tears, and her signature raw humor, Ms. Pat explores the power of comedy as therapy and how it helped her heal from trauma. She calls Katt Williams one of the most caring comedians and shares that Katt paid for her dad’s funeral. Ms. Pat also dives deep into her personal life, including the pride she feels in building a legacy for her children and the lessons she's learned about love, resilience, and self-worth. With her down-to-earth attitude and refusal to embrace the “celebrity” label, Ms. Pat’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and finding humor in even the darkest moments.



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In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Club Shay Shay, Shannon Sharpe sits down with the incomparable Ms. Pat—comedian, actress, podcast host, NAACP-nominated author, and Emmy-nominated creator of The Ms. Pat Show on BET+. Ms. Pat opens up about her remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Atlanta to becoming a force in the entertainment industry. She reflects on the tough lessons learned growing up in a bootleg house, becoming a teenage mom, and how she transformed her life despite the odds.
Ms. Pat shares an unforgettable moment with Shannon, recalling the advice he gave her on a plane about matching her Gucci backpack and Louis Vuitton purse, which sparked a lasting bond between the two. She also discusses the emotional responsibility of raising her sister’s children while juggling her own, the challenges of growing up with an abusive mother, and the painful yet transformative process of forgiveness, including caring for her estranged father in his final years.
Through laughter, tears, and her signature raw humor, Ms. Pat explores the power of comedy as therapy and how it helped her heal from trauma. She calls Katt Williams one of the most caring comedians and shares that Katt paid for her dad’s funeral. Ms. Pat also dives deep into her personal life, including the pride she feels in building a legacy for her children and the lessons she's learned about love, resilience, and self-worth. With her down-to-earth attitude and refusal to embrace the “celebrity” label, Ms. Pat’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and finding humor in even the darkest moments.
 
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Club Shay Shay - Ms.Pat Part 1

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