Reagan Gomez-Preston: From 90s Sitcom Fame to Lasting Success in Hollywood

Unglossy

Bun B, Tom Frank, Jeffrey Sledge

Entrepreneurship, Business, Personal Journals, Society & Culture

4.9 • 917 Ratings

🗓️ 31 July 2024

⏱️ 52 minutes

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Did you love Zaria from "The Parent 'Hood" as much as Mickey Factz? Get ready to dive into the fascinating journey of Reagan Gomez-Preston. From her early days making waves on "The Parent 'Hood" to achieving lasting success in Hollywood, Mickey reveals his childhood admiration for her, sparking a lively brainstorm about potential 90s TV character crossovers that blend nostalgia with modern storytelling. Reagan offers heartfelt and sassy insights into her rise to fame, the iconic role of Zaria, and the significance of "The Parent 'Hood" in representing Black creativity. Hear touching reflections on her interactions with fans and the profound impact of the show, especially poignant given Suzanne Douglas's recent passing. Reagan's behind-the-scenes contributions come to light as she recalls the opportunities she had to grow her skills and expand her horizons in the industry. We take a nostalgic and spirited trip through Hollywood's evolution. Reagan dishes on her friendships with stars like Meagan Good and Gabrielle Union, her music video appearances, and the pivotal role of shows like "Scandal" in enhancing visibility for Black women in lead roles. She also chats about her voice-over work on "The Cleveland Show" and "Steven Universe," as well as her role on "Queen Sugar." The conversation delves into the importance of education, networking, and genuine relationships in sustaining a career in entertainment. Join us for an episode filled with inspiration, nostalgia, and valuable industry insights! "Unglossy: Decoding Brand in Culture," is produced and distributed by Merrick Creative and hosted by Merrick Chief Creative Officer, Tom Frank, hip hop artist and founder of Pendulum Ink, Mickey Factz, and music industry veteran, Jeffrey Sledge. Tune in to on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you catch your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram @UnglossyPod to join the conversation and support the show at https://unglossypod.buzzsprout.com/ Send a text Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	This week on unglossy.
0:02.0	Did you direct some of the episodes on Parenthood?
0:04.8	I co wrote an episode at 16.
0:07.3	Really?
0:08.0	I don't know if you guys will remember.
0:09.8	But it was the episode where Zaria wore kind of a revealing dress to a party.
0:15.0	Oh, I remember that one.
0:16.5	It was his favorite episode right there.
0:18.0	That's dope, that they let you all like start to do stuff at that young age. I feel like this might have been season 3 so by that time I was kind of a
0:27.0	pro with sure and breakdown of a 30 minute or 22 minute with commercials comedy.
0:34.6	So I just wrote something myself, and I gave it to Robert
0:37.8	who gave it to the writers, and we helped come up with that story.
0:42.0	From the top.
0:43.8	Yeah, I'm Tom Frank.
0:46.7	I'm Mickey Facts.
0:48.3	And I'm Jeffrey Sledge.
0:49.8	Welcome to Unglossie, to Goning Brand and Culture. I'm Tom Frank, partner and chief
0:54.2	creative officer at Merit Creative. This is Mickey Facts, hip-hop artist, and
0:57.8	founder and CEO of Pendulum Inc. And that is Jeffrey Sledge, a seasoned
1:01.8	music industry veteran who has worked with some of the biggest artists in the business.
1:05.2	We're here to explore the moments of vulnerability, pivotal decisions, and creative sparks that fuel the relationship between brand and culture.
1:12.6	Get ready for thought-provoking journey into the heart and soul of branding,
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