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Today In Hip Hop History: Master P/No Limit’s ‘I Got The Hook Up’ Premieres In Theaters 23 Years Ago

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On this day in 1998, Master P’s No Limit imprint followed up their 1997 silver screen debut I’m Bout It with their sophomore effort I Got The Hook Up starring Master P and comedian AJ Johnson, who played Ezell in the cult classic flick Friday.

I got the Hook Up zeroes in on two street hustlers, Black and Blue(Master P and AJ Johnson), who sell “liberated” televisions and radios until the duo stumbles upon a shipments of cell phones, which needless to say, brings the two petty crooks more trouble than they bargain for. IGTHU also stars Tommy “Tiny” Lister Jr., Helen Martin, John Witherspoon and other members of the No Limit army including Silkk The Shocker, C-Murder, Mia X and Mystikal.

Salute to the entire Miller clan, AJ and Rest In Peace to Helen Martin, John Witherspoon and Debo(Tommy Lister Jr.)

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Today in Hip-Hop History: Cult Classic Flick ‘Friday’ Premiered In Theaters 25 Years Ago

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Its been 25 years since the original stoner comedy Friday lit up the theaters. The film not only grossed $28 million in the box office, it became a timeless classic.

Friday tells the story of two pals, Craig (Ice Cube) and Smokey (Chris Tucker), who are enjoying the start of their weekend while trying to avoid the neighborhood’s bully and drug dealer.

The film starred other notable Black actors like Nia Long, Bernie Mac, John Witherspoon(RIP) and more. Following the classic film’s release, Tucker became a household name and two sequels were spawned.

Witherspoon, who passed away last year, confirmed production of a Last Friday during a brief radio interview. Witherspoon celebrated the greenlight of the fourth and final installment of the Friday franchise, as many fans are after years of rumors, but not every cast member is enthusiastic.

Tucker said that Friday was a “moment in time” and was concerned if he’s too old to play out the youthful and immature antics require to fulfill the role of Smokey.

I was a young kid. I was laughing through the whole thing. I was proud of that, making myself laugh. I don’t know if I could do another one because I was so young and it was a moment in time. But we’ll see.

It will be pretty awkward to see Tucker reprise this role. However, Smokey’s character was a fan favorite in the original movie and it’ll be cool to seen him incorporated in Last Friday in some way or fashion

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Today in Hip-Hop History: ‘Friday’ Premiered in Theaters 23 Years Ago

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Its been 23 years since the original stoner comedy Friday lit up the theaters. The film not only grossed $28 million in the box office, it became a timeless classic.

Friday tells the story of two pals, Craig (Ice Cube) and Smokey (Chris Tucker), who are enjoying the start of their weekend while trying to avoid the neighborhood’s bully and drug dealer.

The film starred other notable Black actors like Nia Long, Bernie Mac, John Witherspoon, and more. Following the classic film’s release, Tucker became a household name and two sequels were spawned.

Witherspoon, who passed away last year, confirmed production of a Last Friday during a brief radio interview. Witherspoon celebrated the greenlight of the fourth and final installment of the Friday franchise, as many fans are after years of rumors, but not every cast member is enthusiastic.

Tucker said that Friday was a “moment in time” and was concerned if he’s too old to play out the youthful and immature antics require to fulfill the role of Smokey.

I was a young kid. I was laughing through the whole thing. I was proud of that, making myself laugh. I don’t know if I could do another one because I was so young and it was a moment in time. But we’ll see.

It will be pretty awkward to see Tucker reprise this role. However, Smokey’s character was a fan favorite in the original movie and it’ll be cool to seen him incorporated in Last Friday in some way or fashion

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Ice Cube Remembers NEXT FRIDAY 20-Year Anniversary W/ Priceless John Witherspoon Pic: “Miss You Pops”

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Hollywood heavyweight Ice Cube knows how much Next Friday means to the culture. The hip-hop veteran has acknowledged the cult classic’s 20-year anniversary.

Big Facts: On Tuesday, Cube hit up Instagram to salute the special date with a shot of late Friday star John Witherspoon.

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20 years since Next Friday. Miss you Pops.

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On A Related Note: In October 2019, everyone from G-Unit’s Lloyd Banks to Next Friday actor Michael Blackson reacted to Witherspoon’s unexpected death.

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Rest in peace John Witherspoon 🙏🏾🙏🏾 we'll miss you

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Wait, There’s More: Hours prior, Witherspoon’s Twitter page announced his unexpected death.

Before You Go: Over the past few decades, John made a name for himself as a stand-up comedian and starring in the Friday franchise, “Wayans Brothers” and “The Boondocks” TV series.

Witherspoon was perhaps best known for his role as Ice Cube’s grumpy dad in the 1995 breakout hit Friday. He also appeared in the sequels Next Friday and Friday After Next, and was expected to reprise his role in the long-gestating final installment of the franchise titled Last Friday. Witherspoon also voiced Gramps on the cult animated series The Boondocks. (Deadline)

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‘Boondocks’ Fans Want Jennifer Lewis to Portray Grand Dad’s Sister

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The Boondocks is gearing up for a reboot and one thing is for certain, the series will never be the same without Grandad.

John Witherspoon portrayed the beloved character, but he was called home at the end of October at the age of 77.

Fans mourned Witherspoon and the characters he brought to life on the big and small screens, especially Grandad. However, a Twitter user came up with a solution that everyone seemingly agrees with. “Picture it: Granddad passes away in The Boondocks opening of the 5th season and the boys are sent to live with Granddad’s sister: played by Jenifer Lewis,” he wrote. “She’s the ONLY one I can think to keep that same energy.” His tweet began to circulate on social media platforms and it seemed as if the idea was widely accepted among fans. 

Lewis caught wind of the tweet and it looks like she’s down to do it. “Thank you one and all. I’ll check into this,” she responded. “It would be fun. I miss my John Witherspoon. He gave us so much so much love and laughter y’all.”

Would y’all be here for this swap?

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Rest In Power: John Witherspoon’s Cause Of Death Revealed

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One of the greatest comedic minds of our generation is no longer but his fans will start to get more closure. The cause of John Witherspoon’s death has been revealed.

As per Page Six his death certificate has been officially released and it confirms that he passed due to complications from of the heart. The paperwork, obtained by TMZ, drills down the specifics to myocordial infarction, coronary artery disease and obesity. It also states that he suffered from hypertension. On October 29 the actor suffered a heart attack while at his home in Sherman Oaks, California.

His family released a formal statement saying “He was a Legend in the entertainment industry, and a father figure to all who watched him over the years. We love you ‘POPS’ always & forever.” The Detroit, Michigan actor was known for his iconic roles in projects such as Friday, Boomerang, and The Boondocks. He is survived by his wife and his two sons. You can see Ice Cube’s moving speech at his memorial service below.

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John Witherspoon’s Cause of Death Revealed

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TMZ reports that John Witherspoon‘s cause of death was a heart attack.

The outlet got their hands on his death certificate and it states that he had several heart-related illnesses. The beloved Friday actor was battling coronary artery disease. He also had hypertension, but it wasn’t listed as a cause of the heart attack.

As previously reported, Witherspoon passed away on October 29th at his California home in the evening.

His family confirmed the sudden passing saying, “It is with deep sadness we have to tweet this, but our husband & father John Witherspoon has passed away.”

They added, “He was a Legend in the entertainment industry, and a father figure to all who watched him over the years. We love you ‘POPS’ always & forever.”

John Witherspoon, 77, was a legendary comedian and actor best known for his roles as the father figure on the Friday franchise, and The Wayans Bros. The Detroit native also starred in movies like, Hollywood Shuffle, Boomerang, Vampire in Brooklyn, The Ladies Man and Fakin’ Da Funk, and made his TV debut in The Jazz Singer in the 1970s.

He did stand-up until his untimely passing and had future dates scheduled.

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Rest Easy, Pops: John Witherspoon’s Memorial Service Was A Star-Studded Affair

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John Witherspoon, best known by many as Pops from Ice Cube‘s Friday franchise, passed at the age of 77 last week. In a star-studded celebration of life, the beloved actor and comedian was honored by family, friends, and peers on Tuesday (November 5).

Entertainment Tonight reports that the service for Witherspoon was held in Los Angeles as was attended by the likes of Ice Cube, Chris Tucker, Cedric The Entertainer, and opened by his longtime friend and godfather to his son, former late-night host David Letterman.

Ice Cube was among a long list of speakers who gathered to honor Witherspoon at the event. Regina King couldn’t make the event due to scheduling but left a video message for Witherspoon.

Marlon Wayans was also unable to attend due to work conflicts but left a moving message on Instagram that illustrated the love shared between them. The Boondocks creator Aaron McGruder was also in attendance, fitting as Witherspoon voiced Granddad on the television series.

“Laughter is the medicine for our mind, body and soul,” Ice Cube said. “It helps us get through this crazy world, and God bless the ones that make us laugh. John was naturally funny.”

May John Witherspoon rest powerfully in peace.

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Bang Bang Bang: 10 Hilariously Memorable John Witherspoon Moments

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This morning the world woke up to the heartbreaking news that Hollywood legend and comedic icon John “Pops” Witherspoon had passed away. While many of today’s generation may not be too familiar with his illustrious career, we fondly looking back at the many moments he gave us over the decades that filled us with joy and tears of laughter.

From introducing the whole “whip that p*ssy” notion (it was the 90’s) and teaching us how to “coooordinate” in Eddie Murphy’s romance comedy classic Boomerang, to dropping gems about what being a man requires in Ice Cube’s timeless Friday, “Pops” Witherspoon constantly gave us jewels to remember and things to think about.

Here are 10 of John Witherspoon’s most memorable moments.

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In Eddie Murphy’s 1992 cult classic Boomerang we weren’t just re-introduced to the timeless beauty of Halle Berry (she was still making a name for herself back then), but we were also put on to how to “cooordinate” and “whip that p*ssy” courtesy of John Witherspoon. It. Was. Everything.

 

Even in cartoon form you couldn’t help but visualize Mr. Witherspoon as the wisecracking grandfather you wish you had.

 

Even in the midst of all these voluptuous models, Pops was still able to steal the show…kinda anyway.

 

In the Hip-Hop classic House Party, John Witherspoon assumed the role of the disgruntled “get off my lawn” type of old man and referred to Public Enemy as “Public Enema.” It was hilarious.

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Ice Cube, Marlon Wayans, Mike Epps and More Honor John Witherspoon

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News of star actor and comedian John Witherspoon’s death rocked the Internet Wednesday (Oct. 30) morning. His family confirmed the news to Deadline.

“It is with deepest sorrow that we can confirm our beloved husband and father, John Witherspoon, one of the hardest working men in show business, died today at his home in Sherman Oaks at the age of 77. He is survived by his wife Angela, and his sons JD, Alexander, and a large family. We are all in shock, please give us a minute for a moment in privacy and we will celebrate his life and his work together. John used to say ‘I’m no big deal,’ but he was huge deal to us.”

Many fans flooded social media with their favorite roles, memories, and jokes, but also the stars he created those moments next to share their condolences.

 

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I’m sad. Broken. Hurt.. yet extremely grateful to God that i got to spend 5 years of my life working with one of the funniest sweetest wisest humblest loving man @johnnywitherspoon you were my tv dad and my mentor and my friend. I miss you already. Something don’t feel right. This is heavy on my heart. Anyone that knows me knows how much i love pops. You have a strong wife and great kids. What an amazing family. Your boys damn near grew up on the #WayansBros set they’ll always be like my little brothers and sons. i will pass on all the jewels that you bestowed on to us. Thank you God for the many many many laughs that we shared on and off the set. You got “all the keys 🔑 “ and i know you got one to heaven’s gate. Anytime i want to laugh or to see you I’m gonna put on a episode of wayans bros and laugh until i cry. I miss already…. hope your dancing in heaven with ugly white shoes on. “Pops pops sugar pops”. #ripjohnwitherspoon #mysecondpops

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