On a recent episode of the talk show Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend, actress and comedian Niecy Nash-Betts shared an entertaining and hilarious story about her encounter with the late singer Prince. The conversation between Niecy and Conan showcased their chemistry and the lively atmosphere of the chat show.
During the interview, Conan asked Niecy about her journey in the entertainment industry and if she ever took a moment to reflect on her success. Niecy acknowledged that her career had been a mind-blowing and beautiful arc. From making her mom laugh to working on successful projects, she emphasized that dreams do come true, even for someone like her who had no background in comedy or acting.
The conversation took an amusing turn when Niecy revealed that she was the one who came up with the idea of wearing a prosthetic fake booty. She explained that she wanted to resemble the women in her family and show her aunties that they could see themselves on TV. At the time, such a body type wasn’t widely popular, but now, anyone can buy a butt on every corner.
Niecy narrated a funny incident involving her friend, who had the desired body shape. They used her friend’s natural assets to their advantage at a Grammy party Prince was attending. Pretending to be Prince‘s cousin, they convinced security to let them in through the back door. However, their encounter with Prince didn’t go as expected. Prince saw through their ruse and closed the door on them, saying, “Nice try.”
The conversation then shifted to Conan, who jokingly mentioned that he famously has no ass. Inspired by Niecy’s story, he contemplated getting a prosthetic of his own, but he wasn’t sure if there were any options available for men. Niecy humorously suggested that he could borrow the one she used for Reno 911.
Niecy also shared an anecdote about her prosthetic booty being stolen from a temperature-controlled locker. Though she didn’t disclose her plans for the thief if she ever found them, she jokingly mentioned buying two airline tickets – one for herself and one for the prosthetic ass – and enjoying a glass of champagne together.
Throughout the conversation, Niecy’s infectious joy and authenticity shone through. Conan praised her for staying true to herself despite her success, as he had encountered many individuals who changed after achieving fame. Niecy affirmed that she aimed to have a good time in life and emphasized the importance of finding happiness.
The discussion eventually turned towards Niecy’s personal life, and she revealed that she refers to her wife, Jessica Betts, as her husband. She explained that while they initially connected through social media and met on a movie set, it was only years later, when both were single, that they realized their connection and went out to eat crabs. Their happiness as a couple radiated through the screen during the interview.
The episode of Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend with Niecy Nash-Betts was packed with laughter and lighthearted banter. Niecy’s wild Prince story and her lively personality made for an entertaining and enjoyable segment. As always, Conan proved to be an excellent host, effortlessly bouncing off his guests and creating a vibrant atmosphere on his talk show.
