Wayne Brady Freestyle Raps with Random Objects and Talks Being TikTok Viral with His Ex-Wife

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Wayne Brady discusses his journey from performing in children's parties and at Universal Studios to landing his big break on 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' He shares his experience of being part of a blended family that went viral on TikTok, leading to a docuseries on Hulu and Freeform. Brady also talks about his current role as the Wiz in Broadway's 'The Wiz,' and showcases his impressive improv and freestyling skills on the spot, proving his versatility as an entertainer.

Takeaways

• 🎭 Wayne Brady is currently starring in 'The Wiz' on Broadway as the Wiz himself.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 During the pandemic, Brady's family, including his ex-wife, went viral on TikTok with their entertaining videos.
• 🎬 The TikTok fame led to a docuseries on Hulu and Freeform called 'Wayne Brady: Family Remixed', showcasing the dynamics of a modern, blended family.
• 🎤 Brady's first big break was on 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?', where he impressed with his improv and musical talents.
• 🚗 Before his TV break, Brady worked various jobs including as a 'knockoff Power Ranger' for children's parties and at Universal Studios.
• 🎭 He continued to work at Universal Studios even after getting 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' until a pivotal moment prompted him to quit.
• 🏆 Brady's director, Schele, chose him for the role of the Wiz, despite his initial thoughts of playing other characters like the Scarecrow or Tin Man.
• 🌟 The role of the Wiz is significant as the character is talked about throughout the first act and is central to the story.
• 💃 Brady showcased his freestyling skills live on the show, incorporating random objects into his impromptu rap.
• 🎉 The audience and the show's host highly praised Brady's improvisational performance and his current role in 'The Wiz'.
• 📅 The Wiz is set to return to Broadway at the Marquee Theater starting March 29th.

Q & A

What is the current project Wayne Brady is involved in?

Wayne Brady is currently involved in the Broadway production of 'The Wiz,' where he plays the lead role of the Wiz.

How did Wayne Brady's family become popular on TikTok?

Wayne Brady's family became popular on TikTok during the pandemic when his daughter Miley started posting videos. The family began making TikTok videos together while quarantining, which quickly went viral.

What was Wayne Brady's attitude towards TikTok at first?

Initially, Wayne Brady was dismissive of TikTok, pooh-poohing it because he associated it with dancing and singing, which he didn't think he would do.

How did Wayne Brady's family dynamic contribute to their TikTok popularity?

The unique family dynamic, including Brady quarantining with his ex-wife Mandie and her partner Jason, along with their children, contributed to their TikTok popularity as it showcased a loving, blended family.

What is the name of the docuseries about Wayne Brady's family?

The docuseries about Wayne Brady's family is called 'Wayne Brady: Family Remixed,' and it airs on Hulu and Freeform.

What was Wayne Brady's first big break in show business?

Wayne Brady's first big break was on the show 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'

What were some of Wayne Brady's jobs before 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'?

Before 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?', Wayne Brady worked as a black Power Ranger for a kids' company that did parties, and he also performed at Universal Studios in the 'Beetlejuice' rock n' roll show.

How did Wayne Brady get the role on 'The Wiz'?

Wayne Brady was cast as the Wiz by the show's director, Schele, even though he initially thought he would be too old for the role and considered himself more suitable for roles like the Scarecrow or the Tin Man.

What was the turning point for Wayne Brady during his 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' audition?

The turning point during Wayne Brady's 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' audition was when he was asked to improvise songs, which he was able to do successfully, leading to him getting the job.

How did Wayne Brady know it was time to leave his job at Universal Studios?

Wayne Brady knew it was time to leave his job at Universal Studios when, during a performance as the Wolfman, a British couple in the audience recognized him from 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?', and he decided to quit on the spot.

What is the significance of Wayne Brady's freestyle performance on the show?

The freestyle performance by Wayne Brady showcases his improv and freestyling skills, which are a testament to his talent and experience from his time on 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' and his current role in 'The Wiz'.