DL Hughley Gets on Facetime with Russell Simmons, Argue About Eating Meat (Part 13)

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In this clip, DL Hughley had a FaceTime conversation with Russell Simmons. The two entertainment stalwarts diverge into an unusual debate about dietary choices, with Hughley jesting about joining Simmons in a plant-based lifestyle in Bali, humorously vowing to "give up eating meat." The conversation pivots to pay homage to the late Robin Harris, who Hughley and Simmons agree was a foundational figure in Black comedy. They praise Harris's catalytic role in inspiring projects like Def Comedy Jam, attributing his prowess to the evolution of Black comedic talent in mainstream media. Hughley reminisces about the competitive tension between Harris and other comedians but emphasizes their mutual respect and eventual friendship. Simmons mirrors this sentiment, highlighting Harris’s influence and expressing regret that younger generations may not fully recognize his contributions, akin to forgotten DJ pioneers in hip-hop.