Larenz Tate Opens Up on Michael Jackson Biopic, Menace II Society & Power Universe | Cousins

About this episode

Larenz Tate discusses his role in the Michael Jackson biopic and reflects on his career in film and television.

On this episode of Cousins, legendary actor Larenz Tate joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady for a candid conversation about playing Berry Gordy in the highly anticipated Michael biopic. He discusses what it was like working alongside Jaafar Jackson and the pressure of portraying one of music’s most influential figures. He also reflects on his iconic career, including landing his breakout role in Menace II Society, working with Nia Long in Love Jones, and becoming one of the defining actors of the ’90s. Plus, Larenz takes fans inside the Power universe, discussing his role as Rashad Tate, working with Courtney Kemp and 50 Cent, viral Power memes, and the surprising story behind originally being cast as Ghost’s lawyer, Terry Silver. #VinceCarter #TracyMcGrady #LarenzTate #Michael #MichaelJackson #LoveJones #NiaLong #Power #NBA #Basketball #NBAPodcast #50Cent #MenaceIISociety #CouncilmanTate #BasketballCulture #motown #Hoops #NBAStories #CousinsPodcast #BasketballHighlights Follow Cousins on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceandtmac/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vinceandtmac X: https://x.com/VinceAndTmac Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VinceAndTMac/ Much…

People in this episode

Hosts: Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady

Guest: Larenz Tate

Topics covered

• Michael Jackson biopic
• Larenz Tate career
• Power universe
• Menace II Society
• Love Jones
• NBA
• Basketball culture

Keywords

• Larenz Tate
• Michael Jackson
• Menace II Society
• Power
• NBA
• basketball
• Love Jones
• 50 Cent
• Jaafar Jackson
• Courtney Kemp

Sponsors

FanDuel, Xfinity

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Menace II Society, Love Jones, Michael, Power, Power universe

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