About this episode

Cortez Smith, known as Nuck from Showtime's The Chi, discusses his journey and experiences in an exclusive interview with PartyKing Keyz.

Today, we leveling up BIG time. PartyKing Keyz got the one and only Mr. Cortez Smith in the building—better known to the world as Nuck, the complex, street-smart, unforgettable force on Showtime's #1 hit series The Chi! Straight outta Chicago, reppin' that raw energy, redemption arcs, fatherhood realness, and everything that makes the show legendary. PartyKing Keyz talk Mr Smith About his journey from the Chi streets to the screen, behind-the-scenes stories from set, what it's like bringing a character like Nuck to life (and yeah, the emotional toll it takes), his upcoming projects, and so much more. This one's for the fans, the culture, and anybody grindin' to make their mark. So turn the volume up, lock in, and let's get it! Welcome to the throne, Cortez Smith aka Nuck—let's talk that talk! 🗣️🍿 #TheChi #Nuck #CortezSmith #Showtime #Chicago #PartyKingKeyz #ThaAdaHouse

People in this episode

Host: PartyKing Keyz

Guest: Cortez Smith

Topics covered

• Cortez Smith
• The Chi
• interview
• fatherhood
• behind-the-scenes
• redemption arcs

Keywords

• Cortez Smith
• Nuck
• The Chi
• PartyKing Keyz
• Chicago
• interview
• fatherhood
• redemption

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Showtime

Books & works: The Chi

Places: Chicago

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