Twenty4Seven Magazine: Issue #59 by Twenty4Seven Magazine

ISSUE #59 2019

Quincy Fouse. Jenn Johnson. Jenasha Roy. + Amarr Wooten. Nichole Galicia. Keith L. Williams. Fadah.

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CONTENTS JENN JOHNSON JENASHA ROY AMARR WOOTEN FINANCING MENTAL HEALTH NICHOLE GALICIA KEITH L. WILLIAMS SYPREME ESSENCE BEAUTY OF THE MONTH PICS: ON LOCATION QUINCY FOUSE FADAH

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JENN JOHNSON | CHICAGO, IL How has “Black Ink Crew: Chicago” affected your relationship with Van?

Personally, I feel like it has made a negative effect on our relationship because we weren’t necessarily in a negative space prior to that. The show has a way of pulling the bad out of you in some type of way because at the end of the day, people want to see the drama. They want to see the obstacles that you overcome. Having so many people have an opinion about decisions that we make in our relationship and consistently keeping things up...We could make a decision to move past a certain situation but the simple fact that you could have so many viewers tuning in today and they are seeing from their perspective “today”, they make you rehash certain situations. They bring up new evidence that you may not have thought of. So, there is a thing where the strong prevail and the weak fail. It has been very challenging to stay afloat having to deal with certain scrutiny in our industry.

Prior to the show, were you guys public online?

We were public online but social media wasn’t necessarily a job for me as much as it is now. 6 years ago, I probably wasn’t trying to post every day. I wasn’t thinking about the things I posted on social media and how they may affect my brand. Now, I’m thinking about it in a different aspect. So yes, I do feel like with Van having 500k-600k followers in comparison to my 100k, that could make a difference in how the world perceives you and dictates who you are supposed to be to them. Before we became public on television, we weren’t as public on social media. There wasn’t a need. INTERVIEW BY: TYRONE DAVIS PHOTO COURTESY OF B. KADIJAT VIA LOUDEN COLOR AGENCY

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JENASHA ROY | HOLLYWOOD, CA Tell us about the film, “Always & 4Ever” and your role as Young Sommer. Always & 4Ever is a feature film that was released in theaters nationwide. It is about four young girls that make the biggest mistake of their lives while in middle school. As adults, their past catches up to them.

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Did you get the opportunity to work with Loretta Devine? If so, what did you learn from her? Yasss, I’m really excited about that and there are some great people I got to co-star alongside her like Lauren London and Robbie Jones. I got some nice tips from Ms. Loretta Devine. She is such a talented veteran actress.

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What can you tell us about your experience in Haiti? Is there anything you learned about it that you didn’t know prior? That was my first time in Haiti. I enjoyed it to the fullest, from drinking the purest coconut water to eating fresh grilled lobster and conch on the beach to listening to the troubadour band playing for us while eating. It was nice meeting my mom’s extended family and I was very happy to see my grandma. It was nice to reunite and be received with lots of love! Also, it was fun when we went to the suburbs seeing the people behind motorcycles and all the little kids with big smiles on their faces even though they don’t know where their next meal is coming from. Also I donated some clothes to kids less fortunate.

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AMARR WOOTEN SQUAD UP

Words + Interview By Tyrone Davis Amarr Wooten is a rising star who has several TV and film credits under his belt. He has appeared in the film, “Step Up 2: The Streets”, television shows, “Uncle Buck”, “Raven’s Home” and also starred as Warwick in Nickelodeon’s “Knight Squad”.

Where and how did you grow up? I was born and raised in Washington DC. I grew up playing sports, dancing, participating in school plays, and going to regular school, all while doing acting on the side!

I was VERY excited for Avengers: Endgame! If you know me then you know I’m a huge Marvel fan. The Avengers came out when I was in the 6th grade and now I’m 18 and it was the final one. It’s crazy how fast time flies!

When did the acting come about? I started acting 15 years ago, when I was three years old and I didn’t entirely know what I was doing. I was actually modeling at first then different people would suggest to my mom that I should be put into acting as well. So, we tried it out, and before you know it, it became my career! Later that year, I booked my very first project. It was a crime reenactment show on Court TV.

Name your favorite and explain why: A. Artist/Musician Music is such a big part of my life so it’s hard to just pick one artist. My favorite musicians of all time are Michael Jackson, J. Cole, Chris Brown, Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, Robin Thicke, Anderson Paak, and Bruno Mars. I love all genres of music. It doesn’t matter to me.

What was it like working on ABC’s “Uncle Buck”? Oh, that’s a throwback for sure! Working on Uncle Buck was a fun experience for me, since I got to work with big names that I’ve known about most of my life (Nia Long, Mike Epps).

B. Sports Team My favorite basketball team is the Lakers and my favorite football team is the Los Angeles Chargers. I’ve always loved the Lakers since the 3rd grade because of my favorite player, Kobe Bryant. We are (The Chargers) are going to back to the Super Bowl one day!

Tell us about Nickelodeon’s “Knight Squad” and your character, Warwick. Warwick is 1/4 of the Phoenix Squad and is a third-generation knight. Being that his father is a knight and his grandfather was a knight, he has a lot of weight on his shoulders and I feel like that’s what makes him relatable and helps connect him with the viewers. Not too long ago, we spoke with actress Lilimar, who plays Sage on the show. What has it been like working with her? I’ve known Lilimar for 4+ years so it’s been fun being able to work with her! I didn’t have a lot of one on one scenes with her, but we always had fun on set regardless. What was the funniest moment on set? It’s hard to pick one specific funny moment because there’s always something new with us! Whether it’s pranks or inside jokes, we have a great time. Being that you are a part of the Nickelodeon family, what is your “Top 5” favorite shows on the network? Drake and Josh, iCarly, Victorious, Zoey 101, and Danny Phantom. That show Knight Squad is pretty cool though. Name a pro and a con about being in the public eye. I’d have to say that one con is that you can’t do what you want to do without being watched, and one pro is that you can use your voice to help others!

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What do you like to do when you aren’t acting? I usually hang with friends and play video games with them. Chill stuff. How did you celebrate your last birthday? I spent it working on set for this really fun show that you’ll find out about soon, but I got to go out to eat with my family after work, so that was good enough for me! Were you exited for “Avengers: Endgame”? Why/Why not?

C. Film My favorite film is either The Dark Knight by Christopher Nolan or Boomerang by Reginald Hudlin. I love the Batman movie because it was so well done! It was a superhero film, but it was so human at the same time. I loved Boomerang because it had all of my favorite comedians and actors in it! Plus, it’s a classic! D. Video Game My favorite video game of all time is Uncharted 3 Drake’s Deception. I was top 30 in the world. It’s funny because I played the game so much that I decided to sell my Playstation 3. I was so addicted to the game! Why is “Can my friend come?” one of the hardest questions to answer? It’s funny because I talked about this on my Instagram the other day. It’s one of the hardest questions to answer because you don’t want to be rude, but you also don’t want to be put in an uncomfortable situation either! I’m picky with who I hang around because I don’t know everyone’s motive but if someone is cool then I’m cool with hanging around them with no problem. What is an “ex evello plucky plucky”? An ex evello plucky plucky is a magical spell that Warwick uses in the show to pull things from different places. His most “famous” use of the spell is for cake, which I personally love. Tell us something about yourself that most don’t know. Many people think my middle name is Merritt but it is actually my last name. My middle name is Anthony. Follow Amarr Wooten on Instagram @amarr and on Twitter @amarrwooten. TWENTY4SEVEN MAGAZINE

WHO AM I AND WHAT I STAND FOR

FINANCING MENTAL HEALTH

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FIVE WAYS TO FIND LOW OR NO COST MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE By Corletha Norman, MSW, LCSW

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Build a Support System It takes a village they say. Some of us weren’t born into such loving and supportive environments. Some may find themselves being moved to a new city where they don’t have prior connections. No matter your age or circumstance, do what you can to begin building a support system. There are many circumstances that can predispose someone to larger mental health concerns that can be combated with support. Whether it is someone to talk to that you trust, someone to help you make a major decision, or someone to give you a break away from parenting for a day; knowing that you have someone to rely on can assist in the prevention of some mental illnesses.

EAP There are many employed individuals that are unaware of having this particular benefit as an employee. Many employers offer Employee Assistance Programs, or EAP. These programs afford individuals an opportunity to have a limited amount of therapy sessions for free. At the end of the allotted the employee is assisted with referrals to long term therapeutic services or resources to assist with their issue. Once again this is a free service, as your employer pays for the EAP sessions. Find out if your employer offers an EAP program. You may be surprised to learn that your employer does. If you would like to learn of the other three tips, please visit my blog at www.bonhomiellc.com/blog.

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Nichole Galicia ONCE UPON A TIME... Words + Interview By Tyrone Davis Nichole Galicia is a model and actress who has been seen in American drama series, “Defiance” as well as “Torque” and Quentin Tarantino’s “Django Unchained”. We discussed her relationship with Tarantino and her experience working with him in his new film, “Once Upon A Time In...Hollywood”, modeling and her nonprofit organization, “The Orchid Foundation”.

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Let’s start with “Once Upon A Time In…Hollywood”. Tell us about the film and your role. My lips are sealed as I signed an NDA. I can tell you that working with Tarantino for a second was EVERYTHING! I taped for this audition. I know Tarantino is a super visual person so I gave him what he wanted. I created period appropriate hair, makeup and wardrobe and then I dove into the character. I also added a surprise on my tape which I will reveal on instagram after the film is released. I sent my tape and two weeks went by and I didn’t hear a peep from casting, from my team, from Tarantino. Nothing. So, I sent Tarantino an email basically saying just in case you are wondering I’m not breathing, sleeping or eating over here until I hear something, anything. He replied, “I loved it. Everyone loved it.” Later that day I got official word that I was booked. I am a Tarantino character two times over. The rest is just gravy. I feel so honored and so blessed. What do you like most about Quentin Tarantino? Everything. He is my friend. He is loyal. He is a genius. I have tremendous respect for him. You’ve also worked with Leonardo Dicaprio and Quentin Tarantino in “Django Unchained”. How does this work in Hollywood? Are friendships built with people in the business that may consider each other for various projects, do agents make those things happen or both? I can’t speak to how things work in Hollywood across the board but yes, like in every other industry, networks help, agents help and talent helps, of course. I’ve worked hard and/ or smart for everything I have earned. I auditioned for Grind House with Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino simultaneously after waiting for four hours in the waiting room, getting into the room and murdering my audition. I didn’t book that role but I did enough so that Quentin never forgot me and promised to write something for me. He made good on the promise with Sheba in Django Unchained.

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“Django Unchained” was a controversial film for many reasons. Describe the significance of your character Sheba and her role at Candie Land. Tarantino described Sheba as a chocolate woman with confidence 200 years in the making. He wanted his beauty to be dark skinned...He was adamant about that. Tarantino told me “Nichole if you couldn’t play this role I would have removed her from the film. I wrote this part for you.” I’m lost about the “controversy”. It was slavery. Horrible sh*t happened. Many Shebas were forced into their positions for hundreds of years. The fact that some movie goers were moved to conversation and/or tears is just a testament to the fact that Quentin Tarantino delivered a powerful piece of art. There were some intense scenes during the film. Describe what the set was like during the “Mandingo fight” scene. Did it affect you at all? Did watching two men beat themselves to death affect me… was it hard? Yes, of course. If done right it’s supposed to be hard. It was done right. Overall, how do you feel about the film and its impact? The film, like all great art in my opinion, should be political and have a huge effect on society. I’m incredibly proud of Django Unchained. What has been your favorite role to date and why? That’s like naming my favorite child. I can’t do it. I love them all equally! However, Playing Kindzi on Defiance (Season 3) was soooooo amazing and grueling. Sheba (Django Unchained) changed my life, being given the opportunity to work with Tarantino for a second time in Once Upon A Time…in Hollywood will change it again. Working with Quentin is like being in a lucid dream. TWENTY4SEVEN MAGAZINE

As someone who has worked on major modeling campaigns, do you think the term “model” is used loosely these days? Any girl who has had her bestie take her picture on the hood of a car is a model today. Instagram has changed the game. Make your money girls. I’m not mad at you. The world is changing. I suppose I need to step my social media game up but I’m still getting used to it. But, I love that girls everywhere from all walks of life have a means to earn a living at their fingertips. In what ways has having a high IQ helped you navigate through life? Education has always been the most important thing growing up in my household. I hope to always be in a state of learning, expanding, improving and then giving back. Tell us about The Orchid Foundation. I started The Orchid Foundation more than four years ago. I wanted to give back to girls because I have been given so much. The Orchid Foundation’s mission is to mentor underserved high school girls. We choose girls that are excelling in their academic and/or extracurricular pursuits and help fill the resource gap presented by their socioeconomic backgrounds. Our “Orchids” are star athletes, honor students, poets, humanitarians and feminists packed into 14-18 year old powerhouses that deserve the same opportunities as the top ten percent. The Orchid Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit so all donations are 100% tax deductible. You can give by visiting our website: www.theorchidfdn.org. We have a ton of programs some of which include a college bootcamp, year round tutoring, SAT prep, impromptu etiquette classes, a financial literacy course, exposure to the arts, we do community service every year, etc. Actor Chris Pine is one of our Orchid Angels. He is our Super Donor and he supports my girls every year. Atlantic-Pacific Capital and their CEO James Manley as well as Ed Zimmerman partner at Lowenstein Sandler and so many more have embraced our cause and taken an active role in the success of my Orchids. I’m very proud of the work I do here. One of my girls is going to change the world given the right opportunity. The rest are of us are going to be close behind holding her up. Elaborate on “Sweat Equity”. It’s our nutrition and exercise program at The Orchid Foundation. You can read more about it and our other programs at www.theorchidfdn.org but basically my Orchids have access to a nutritionist, Dr. Susan Vannuci, that has donated her services to us, she’s wonderful. We work with trainers like Michael Olajide Jr. owner of Aerospace who has been so generous with my our Orchids by donating one-on-one sessions, ropes, motivation, anything we need. Also we have an encouraging group chat where we share recipes, photos and a healthy dose of fun shade. This is not science, it’s sisterhood. We are fortunate to have world class experts in our corner supporting us along our journey. We stick together and attempt to make healthy choices fun. How did you develop a love for Formula 1 racing? Also, break it down for people like myself who aren’t familiar. Ahh, Lewis Hamilton is all a newbie needs know to fall in the love with F1. He is everything a sports lover needs. He is hot, he is super fast, he lives the life of a rock star and he is

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just flashy, classy and ruthless enough. Put a microphone in his face and he is the consummate professional. Then, google the bravest ballsiest in the sport, my all time favorite love, the dearly departed Niki Lauda and you will be hooked. I’m an F1 fanatic. What’s not to love?! We are talking about hot boys in fast cars in luxurious locations. DUH! You are missing out. I had an Italian boyfriend who literally ignored me every qualy and race. So, it was learn the sport or break up. I did both but in the process I fell in love with Schumi, then cue the entry of Hamilton. The battle between Hamilton and Alonso was Shakespearian, like Iago and Othello. I’m an adrenaline junkie but fancy so I prefer to watch from the QuintEvents Champions Club. When I was young and living in Germany (Army brat), my family and I visited Lloret De Mar, Spain. That trip stood out to me in particular because of the people I met there. What do you love most about Spain, Madrid in particular? Kent (my mentor, my father, my best friend, my partner in crime, my everything) made me fall in love with Madrid through the Prado. I grew up in the museums of Madrid. I give the best greatest hits art tour for non art lovers through the Prado! Period. I ate my way through Spanish cities and learned about the world through Spanish architecture and the language. Spain, Madrid in particular, will forever have a special place in my heart because it reminds me of Kent and Kent in large part made me the woman I am today. I’m going to throw a few names out there. Say whatever comes to mind. A. Nick Cannon Talented, super nice and funny! B. Diego Velazquez Everything. I refer to him as my lover and the master of all masters. My favorite artist. C. Chris Pine The reason I can keep the lights on at The Orchid Foundation. Aside from being a brilliant actor and gorgeous, he is very quietly philanthropic. I appreciate him immensely. Because of Chris’ generosity one of my Orchids can remain in college. We will fight you in the street over our beloved Chris Pine! We love you Chris. Tell us something about yourself that most don’t know. I’m loyal to a fault. I have your front, back and both sides. I’m funny. I know things but know nothing at all and I once drove an F1 car 220 miles per hour around the Circuit of the Americas in Austin for 2 laps and I had the sore neck to prove it. Lastly, finish the sentence Once Upon A Time In…Hollywood using your own experience. Once Upon A Time in...Hollywood I decided to go for what everyone told me would be impossible and I here I am. Thriving. Happy. Whole. Hard is something I can do in my sleep. Impossible just takes a little more time. Stay on your path. Step as if the light will appear. Follow Nichole Galicia on IG @officialnicholegalicia.

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KEITH L. WILLIAMS IT’S ALL GOOD Words + Interview By Tyrone Davis Meet Keith L. Williams. Keith is a talented young actor who stars as Lucas in the film, “Good Boys”. We spoke about his experience on set working with co-stars like Lil’ Rel Howery and his previous role in “The Last Man on Earth” as well as his love for Marvel films, Netflix’s “Stranger Things” and more. What made you want to become an actor? My older brother, Heath, who is also a screenwriter, inspired me to become an actor. I would watch him break his characters down to a skeleton was so amazed at him doing that. At that first moment, I knew I wanted to become a professional actor.

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How did you feel when you landed your first role, what was it for and how did it go? My first role was in a Verizon commercial and I was ecstatic. I couldn’t believe I had booked the job. It was the best first set experience that I could ever ask for and to this day, I’m still best friends with one of my castmates from that shoot. Tell us about the film, “Good Boys” and your role as Lucas. Good Boys is about three hardly-innocent boys who go through a mess full of adventures in order to learn how to properly kiss. Lucas and I are alike. He is good-natured, kind of quirky, the voice of reason and definitely the comedian of the Good Boys. How was your relationship with your co-stars Jacob Tremblay (Max) and Brady Noon (Thor) while filming? Did you have chemistry on and off set or did you have to work at it? The cast and crew called us the “Three Amigos” on set. We all clicked and related so well. I couldn’t have asked for better castmates. Comedian Lil Rel Howery plays your father in the film. What was working with him like? It was a dream to work alongside Lil’ Rel. He made me laugh so hard in Get Out so to work with him first-hand was like a front row seat to his show. We still keep in touch and he is a really cool and down to earth guy. Is there anything you learned from him in particular that you will hold on to forever? I learned that you don’t have to push the funny. If you are a comic, your presence alone will make others laugh. It is not something you have to try. The film has an R rating and its content gets pretty crazy at times. How did you approach the role and how did your parents feel about it? Being a 12 year-old kid, I approached the role from a very honest and childlike perspective that seemed most natural to me. My parents are very supportive of me through this journey as long as I don’t bring any of my character’s vocabulary home. Without giving spoilers, what was the funniest moment? The funniest moment on set would have to be when Lucas breaks his arm. That’s all I can tell you! What has been your most challenging role to date and why? I’ve yet to have that extremely challenging role. Through prayer and my team, I feel most comfortable with every role I take on. Use 3 words to describe your character Jasper in “The Last Man On Earth”. Naive, kind-hearted and nonchalant. How did it feel to be nominated for “Best Actor in a Television Series” at the 39th Annual Young Artist Awards for that role? Surreal. I was so grateful to be recognized by the board. It

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definitely reassures me that I’m doing something right. Out of all of the people you’ve met in the entertainment industry so far, which encounter has stood out the most? I recently was a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live and that will forever be one of the best days of my life. He was so warm and welcoming and down to earth interviewing me. He always cracks me up. I’m going to throw a few names out there. Say whatever comes to mind A. Seth Rogen - Just a genius! B. Millie Bobby Brown - Unbelievably talented and a young icon. C. Will Forte - Hilarious without even trying. So lovable. Name your favorite animal and explain why. My favorite animal is an ostrich. They are so majestic and their erect posture which allows their balancing while running adds to their graciousness. I used to draw a lot when I was your age but eventually switched over to graphic design going into college. What types of drawings do you like creating? I love creating realistic drawings, specifically animals. I’m also practicing my craft in 3-D art. Pick one and explain why. A. Marvel or DC Marvel is my favorite. I have seen all of the Marvel movies but Black Panther and Avengers: Endgame are my favorites. B. Twitter or Instagram I would say my favorite is Instagram because you can do so much more on Instagram and it is the most popular of the two. C. iPhone or Android I would definitely say iPhone. I got my first iPhone for my 12th birthday and it’s the XR. D. “Aladdin” or “The Lion King” The Lion King is my favorite film ever. I recently saw the live-action film adaptation and my friends and I were singing along the whole; especially during “Hakuna Matata”. Tell us something about yourself that most don’t know. I’m addicted to Stranger Things and Sabrina. I would love to star on one, if not both of them. My life would be complete. Lastly, where do you see yourself in the next 5 years? Definitely producing and directing my own projects. Follow Keith L. Williams on Instagram and Twitter @keithlwilliams. TWENTY4SEVEN MAGAZINE

SYPREME ESSENCE CREDIT WARRIOR Words + Interview By Tyrone Davis Sypreme Essence is a credit expert who has proven herself a warrior in more ways than one. She was able to transform her life after a stint in prison earning 6 figures and creating “Credit Warriors®”, a Connecticut and Atlanta based credit repair company. The following is an excerpt. Tell us a little bit about how you grew up. I’m from Bridgeport, Connecticut. I grew up mostly with my grandparents because they tried to give me a stable environment. My parents were both drug addicted and it led me to wanting to be in the streets. I didn’t want to listen to my grandmother and I just ran the streets.

before or after you got here? I started the credit (in 2016) before I got here. My last prison bid was in 2010. I made several mistakes in between. My credit was horrible and during one of my darkest times (February 2016), I decided to get myself together and my company was born because of my own experiences.

I haven’t met too many people from there. What was the lifestyle like and environment growing up in that area? I won’t say I lived in impoverished conditions because I did have my grandparents. My mother was going through her own drug addicted demons but I was young and I really didn’t have an understanding of why we went without. So, she gave me to my grandparents and also a few of her friends and my godparents helped raise me. Some parts of Connecticut is very wild. It is the hood. Everywhere has a hood. Where I wanted to be versus where I should’ve been are two different worlds. My grandparents lived in a beautiful neighborhood on the north end and I wanted to be in the projects. So by choice, I chose the hood over a stable environment.

What does it mean to be a “Credit Warrior”? It means that you are in a constant battle. We have to win and we win by using the laws against the credit bureaus because the credit bureaus are in the business to report data. Okay. Even if the data is untrue, it doesn’t matter. They’re going to report it and it’s not fair to us as consumers. So, we are on this battlefield and we have to counter. When they strike, we have to strike back. That’s why I came up with the name Credit Warriors. I knew that I was in for a battle.

Once you got into high school, how did things go from there? Those years were really bad because I dropped out in the ninth grade. The year prior, in order for me to stay out of juvenile, my probation officer said I had to graduate eighth grade. She was the only person that came to my eighth grade graduation. How did your big case come about? My drug charges? I think I was about 19 or 20 years old, running around with the wrong crowd. I was selling drugs and I caught three sell charges which eventually led to my apartment getting raided and me going to jail then getting bonded out and going to court until I had to serve my time. The first time I served time was only a few months because it was my first charge. I was pregnant at the time also in prison. Once I got out of prison, I had my baby but I was in a halfway house.

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You had done 3 years, correct? Also, what was women’s prison like? I come across more men that have done time verses women. One of my bids were 3 years, the longest bid. I won’t hype women’s prison up and say there were real harsh conditions because it the way they treat the prison is manicured. The lawns are beautiful and the facilities are spotless. We have clean clothes and everything we need. The thing that we’re lacking most is the resources to help us when we come out of prison because most of the time, it is a revolving door when you come out of prison. No one wants to hire you because of your record/past. All that needs to change. As far as being in prison, what it helped me to do was reconstruct my value system. There are different programs inside the prisons where you can choose to either change your life or you can go back to the streets and be who you were when you first came in. Everyone has an equal chance. It depends on what kind of inmate you want to be. If you want to be a model inmate and get yourself together, that is what it is supposed to do but I don’t think it was rough at all. I never had a fight while I was in there. People do fight but that is what they choose to do. You’re now in Atlanta. How long did it take for you to relocate and did you start helping people with their credit

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The saying goes, “The Game Is To Be Sold, Not Told” and being that you’re giving away this credit info, how do you generate income? Do you offer a service of some kind? I have a credit repair service and it is a donation of $300 for the service. I give you the blueprint but I’m not going to do it for you. You have to pay me for my time, of course. So, it helps the business to thrive. I also have partnerships with different companies that help people to raise their credit scores and by mentioning their names in my group, people buy into or join that company. I also write books and sell them on my website. My website helps me to generate an income that is really passive. Overall, what kind of advice would you give to other people who have gone through similar situations as you have? Your past does not define you. It helps to leverage who you are to become. If you look at my past, I’ve been through it all. I can’t even tell you because it is too much and some of it is tragic. You have to stop blaming people. My parents were drug addicted. Does that mean I’m supposed to be an animal on the street because I’m angry at that? No. I have to change myself. You can’t trip. You can trick people all day and tell them you are going to change but your higher power knows who you truly are. You cannot fake the funk on yourself so you have to really want to change in order to change your inner world and reflect on your outer world. If you give, you will receive. I give so much. That’s why my blessings are abundant. I don’t have to worry about anything for the rest of my life and I set up for my children and for generations after them that they won’t have to worry about anything either. To view the full video version of this interview, visit us at www.twenty4sevenmagazine.com or on Youtube. Also, follow Sypreme Essence on Instagram @creditwarriorsinc and check out her website www.creditwarriors.org. TWENTY4SEVEN MAGAZINE

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Words + Interview By Tyrone Davis Quincy Fouse is an actor and music artist originally from Indianapolis, IN (my hometown). He and I discussed his upbringing, what he loves most about our city, his roles in the superhero film, “Logan” and the CW’s, “Legacies” and more. Our city has a lot of talent that doesn’t always get the look it deserves so we are always happy to give those people an extra push. We wish this young man the best. What was life like growing up in Indianapolis? I was a really shy kid in elementary school. Most of my experience with the city began in high school when I was doing indie shows, beatboxing all over and experiencing the music and arts scene. “Naptown” is one of the most talented places I’ve ever known and it saddens me that it is so difficult for those individuals to reach the industry out here. I plan on doing something about that later in my career. Name 5 places people visiting Indianapolis should go to get a full scope of the city and what it is about. The Broad Ripple Village: My high school (Broad Ripple Magnet High School) was in the heart of it. It is complete with night life, great food, boutique shopping, the park and it is connected to the Monon Trail! I’ve had some of the best times of my life after school experiencing this culturally rich environment. Yats: A Cajun creole, etouffee-based restaurant I worked at with my father to raise the money to move out to LA. If you hit the one on 54th and College Ave., tell Mr. V (the owner) I said, “Hi!”. Longs Bakery: BEST DONUTS EVER! I don’t care what you have to say. Go try some first and see if you still wanna fight me. Tibbs Drive In: A golden drive-in theater living in nostalgia. Back then, if your friend just got their drivers license, y’all were going to Tibbs, haha! PHOTOS: RYAN WEST STYLIST: GABRIEL LANGENBRUNNER GROOMER: SIMONE FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTISTS USING SKYN ICELAND AND KEVIN MURPHY

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The Monon Trail: I used to ride my bike from Mass (Massachusetts) Ave. downtown to school in Broad Ripple and Zen out from the amazing scenery, from the trees to the local art! How did you get into acting? I attended an acting workshop in Ohio, thanks to my family friend and gym teacher with hopes of beatboxing my way into entertainment. But, when I held that script and truly felt that vulnerability for the first time, I fell in love. I’ve been building upon that relationship ever since.

There has been a lot of controversy in the city surrounding the closers of public schools. How do you feel about Broad Ripple Magnet High School for the Arts & Humanities closing in 2018? Heartbroken. It was one of the only opportunities available to youth like me to cultivate their talents and passions to change and progress their lives for the better. In May of 2017, WTHR Channel 13 news even covered me showing how much spirit was left in the school when I ran the theater class and saw one brilliant performance after the next. It made no difference. I’m not going to pretend to understand the circumstances why, but I do understand that closing down the school hurt the rising arts community. Indianapolis as a whole has produced quite a bit of talent. The issue is that majority of that talent has had to move elsewhere to reach their full potential. What was your process like getting into film and television? Did you have to relocate as well? I’m so thankful to Greg James with the LA Kids Acting Camp and Sheila McPherson (mother to Shannon Brown who played young Lucious from Empire) because they made so many opportunities for me and it was still such a strenuous process that I couldn’t imagine it without them. But yes, I had attended a showcase in New Orleans to get an agent and manager interested in me, then went back to Indiana to work to make the money to move out by teaching dance class at CFI #84, working at Yats and helping my mother out with her massage therapy business. It was A LOT! What were some of the obstacles you faced early on while trying to get booked? The grueling bus rides every day from South Central to where my auditions and class were (usually in the Valley). Being away from my family and taking on more adult responsibilities but then keeping an unjaded disposition in the room. Also, keeping my mental state positive despite my surroundings and working on my relationship with God. TWENTY4SEVEN MAGAZINE

Sometime last year, we spoke with actress Kirrilee Berger, who played Amy Bishop in “K.C. Undercover”. Did you get an opportunity to work with her at all? Nah, I actually didn’t work with anyone, lol! My storyline had my character as a YouTuber that Kamil would watch to get dating advice. I did get to meet the cast though! They were dope! Tell us about your experience working on the film, “Logan” as Nate Munson. It set the precedent for what I knew the business could be and it was beautiful. Watching legends all around me and then being able to work with them made me fall so much deeper in love with my career. That moment locked it in 100%. That film is your first major film credit on IMDb. How did landing that role feel? It was SO fast! I couldn’t even process it until I rode a horse bareback up to Hugh Jackman and waved Then, it was awesome. In what ways do you feel this film was unique to the others in the franchise? You got to see how human the Wolverine was. It was just a raw emotional rollercoaster ride and I enjoyed every bit of it. Eriq La Salle and Elise Neal are both veteran actors and played your parents in the film. Is there anything you learned from them each in particular that stood out to you? I think what I got more from them was a crash course on set etiquette, haha. I wasn’t a problem on set or anything, but they had a lot of set culture in their stories for a green kid to soak up at the time. I thought the fate of the family was a little harsh for a superhero movie but obviously this film had a different tone. How did you feel about it when you read the script? When I read the script I thought it was wack we didn’t get to have an invincible Wolverine to kick butts the whole time, haha. But, when I got there and saw the emotion poured into each scene, I understood how powerful the movie was going to be and what the part I played meant, so I was all for it. Have you had a chance to see “Dark Phoenix” yet? No not yet! But, I saw that Summer Fontana (young Hope Mikaelson) was in it so I figured I got two job families in one film to go support haha. I’ve just been pretty busy with my current projects, but I’ll get around to it! Let’s talk the CW’s “Legacies”. Tell us about the show. Julie Plec’s spin off of The Originals takes things back to school but this time we’re in the Salvatore School and I’m living my best life in that mug! Considering you’re in just about every episode, how do you prepare? I actually read my lines, record them and play them back to myself in order to memorize them. It also allows me to test what type of deliveries I feel favor the scene more, though I’m always ready to be pliable for our director. What do you enjoy most about working on this series? Definitely the lore. I’ve always been intrigued in different mythologies so it’s pretty cool to have a Gorgon kiss you on the cheek. Elaborate on “No Stuntman”. NO STUNTMAN, haha! I have SO much fun doing stunts and I actually did a lot of stunt training when I moved out to LA so I’ve been allowed to do a couple flips on set. So far, I have yet to use a stuntman. My apologies to that guy. I’m just TWENTY4SEVEN MAGAZINE

trying to live my dreams. You’re also a music artist. Tell us about your upcoming project, Son of the Ronin. My first project SOULSPACE (re-drop coming soon) was the beginning of my production, performance and lyricism. Since then, I’ve found so much more of my voice and sound and this project will mark a new standard for me. It’s going to be imbued with all sorts of “Soul Fro” still though, so look forward to that. You just released a music video for your single, “I Know”. Break the concept down for us. A young man lost in love goes to extraterrestrial lengths for the woman he’s fighting for. How did you feel about Childish Gambino “This is America” record and music video? Classic Bino, making a statement that is still within the lines of art being in the eyes of the beholder. I loved it! Ava DuVernay’s “When They See Us” was released not too long ago on Netflix, has sparked up quite a bit of controversy and has stirred up quite a bit of backlash for a few of those responsible for the injustices of the now “Exonerated 5”. How do you feel about activism via the arts? That’s what art is for, to be a reflection of life and give otherwise silent perspectives a voice. What does it mean to you to be “conscious”? Without all the social connotation, it is just being aware of what you give energy to and what is giving energy to you. I’m going to throw a few names out there. Say whatever comes to mind. A. Rev. Run Broke me a million times on All About the Washingtons. He’s hilarious! B. Erykah Badu Gratitude. C. Christopher B. Duncan The moment Peyton Alex Smith yelled at me for not remembering “Braxton’s” name after figuring out my dad on Legacies was from The Jamie Foxx Show, haha. Tell us something about yourself that most don’t know. My wallet is currently two rubber bands. Lastly, as mentioned earlier, Indianapolis has produced quite a bit of talent. I don’t believe a lot of people in the world know this. Name your “Top 5” entertainers originally from the city. David Letterman, Mike Epps and Ejaaz Collins are the only three on my list. Follow Quincy Fouse on Instagram and Twitter @quincyfouse. TWENTY4SEVEN MAGAZINE

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