The cast of the popular Broadway musical ‘The Color Purple’ made an appearance on a recent episode of the talk show, The Ellen Degeneres Show. The talk show host, Ellen Degeneres, welcomed the cast with enthusiasm as they had not been on the show for five years.
During the interview, the cast members shared updates on their lives and careers. One cast member revealed that they have been all over the place in the past five years, with successful albums and film projects under their belt. They even mentioned being a part of the UK version of The Voice.
Ellen also congratulated one of the cast members for winning a Grammy for their role in ‘The Color Purple.’ The cast member expressed their surprise and gratitude, mentioning that they hadn’t even received the Grammy yet. Ellen then surprised the cast member by presenting them with the Grammy right there on the show.
The conversation turned to the host and how she has been a source of inspiration for one of the cast members. They recalled a time when they were doing stand-up comedy in San Francisco, and Ellen complimented their talent. This interaction meant a lot to the cast member, and they expressed their gratitude for Ellen’s support over the years.
The conversation then took a light-hearted turn as they discussed the cast member’s unusual mode of transportation. Instead of flying, they prefer to travel in their own luxurious bus. They expressed their dislike for flying and shared a rather unpleasant flight experience. Traveling on their bus allows them to have a more enjoyable and relaxing journey.
The conversation continued with a discussion about the cast member’s life in New York and how they get to perform on Broadway without having to travel extensively. They also mentioned their excitement about seeing their grandkids, who unfortunately won’t be able to watch their show in person due to school commitments. But they will have the opportunity to see it on HBO.
Later in the show, Ellen shifted her attention to her friend and neighbor, Oprah Winfrey, who happened to be in the audience. Oprah shared a funny story about how they maintained social distancing while meeting in Ellen’s backyard, separated by a creek. Despite the humorous situation, they were able to continue their friendship and enjoy each other’s company.
Before the interview concluded, the cast member shared their excitement about the upcoming revamped production of ‘The Color Purple’ in Atlanta. They mentioned the new director and how they are turning the musical into a grand and magical event. Everyone expressed their anticipation for the premiere, inviting Ellen to attend.
Overall, the appearance of the cast of ‘The Color Purple’ on The Ellen Degeneres Show was filled with lively anecdotes, heartfelt gratitude, and exciting updates. It was a joyous reunion that showcased the talent and camaraderie of the cast members while leaving the audience excited for their upcoming performances.
