About this episode
In this episode of Club Shay Shay , Shannon Sharpe sits down with the incomparable Keke Palmer for a candid and uplifting conversation about her groundbreaking career and personal journey. From her childhood in Robbins, Illinois, to becoming an Emmy and NAACP Image Award-winning actress, Keke opens up about the milestones and challenges that have shaped her life. As the youngest actress nominated for a SAG Award in a lead role, the first Black woman to star in her own Nickelodeon show, and the youngest talk show host in TV history, Keke reflects on her history-making accomplishments and shares the lessons learned along the way. She recounts her rise to fame with Akeelah and the Bee and True Jackson, VP , and how her parents’ sacrifices allowed her to pursue her dreams while staying grounded amidst the pressures of stardom. Keke also dives into her experiences navigating fame as a child star and breadwinner for her family, her homeschooling journey, and the personal challenges of growing up in the public eye. She shares heartfelt reflections on the impact of becoming a mother, how it has deepened her appreciation for her parents, and how it influences her career choices today. #volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.