Mo’Nique’s Wisdom Guides Comedian Mojo Brookzz

Mo’Nique’s Mentorship Shines Through

Mo’Nique, the Oscar-winning actress and comedian, is more than just a friend to comedian Mojo Brookzz; she’s a guiding force. Brookzz recently shared on Club Shay Shay how Mo’Nique’s advice and support have been crucial to his career. He described her as a “motherly” and “nurturing” figure who isn’t afraid to speak her mind. “She knows she’s not everybody’s flavor. She’s not everybody cup of tea,” Brookzz admitted, but emphasized that Mo’Nique offers great advice.

Brookzz feels that Mo’Nique has been wronged by many in the industry. When she calls people out, he explained, they often have a problem with it. He first gravitated towards her because Mo’Nique showed him insights into the business before he even had the chance to experience them himself. They would talk on the phone, and she would offer him advice. Mo’Nique even attended his early shows at small comedy clubs, offering feedback on his performances.

A Loyal Friend Through Thick and Thin

Brookzz acknowledged that some of the challenges Mo’Nique faced were unfortunate. However, he strongly believes that speaking up for oneself is never wrong. Mo’Nique’s practical advice often cuts through personal feelings. “She would say, ‘Listen, if Oprah call, you better go,'” Brookzz recalled. He appreciated this perspective, as Mo’Nique would separate her personal issues from professional opportunities for others. “My fight ain’t your fight,” she would say, a sentiment Brookzz found powerful.

This loyalty was evident when Brookzz appeared on the show “Miss Juneteenth,” which was directed and produced by Tyler Perry. Despite Mo’Nique’s known issues with Perry, she still reached out to congratulate Brookzz. “Hey, you know how I feel, but congratulations. I’m about to watch the show right now,” she told him. Brookzz sees this as a key trait: “My beef is my beef whether you love me or not.” Mo’Nique also encourages her fans and friends to stay out of her personal disputes, telling them, “Don’t y’all get in the comments getting that? Y’all stay out of that. This is my fight.”

Mo’Nique’s influence extends beyond career advice; she actively encourages others to find their voice. “She just trying to show y’all how to speak up. You know, have your own voice,” Brookzz stated. “If it’s something that you don’t like, speak up. Say something.” They remain close, texting regularly. Recently, Mo’Nique texted him, asking, “Baby, how does fame feel?” Brookzz, still adjusting, replied that he was getting used to it. Mo’Nique offered her continued support, saying, “If you need you want to talk, you guys you need got some questions, call me. I’m here for you.” Brookzz has witnessed her support firsthand, attending her movie shoots and a Netflix special taping, always finding her to be a “sweet person” who “don’t play.”

Mojo Brookzz’s Path to Comedy

A Sister’s Last Wish

Brookzz’s journey into comedy began in fifth grade, but the defining moment came later, influenced by a deeply personal tragedy. His older sister, Shannon, passed away in 2013 at the age of 32. Shannon had battled cancer throughout her body and had also survived multiple gunshot wounds. She had been shot again during an abusive relationship, leading to emergency surgery.

During the surgery, air hit the cancer, causing it to spread rapidly. “After that, you know, it went downhill pretty fast,” Brookzz explained. Before she passed, Shannon was on hospice care. In her final days, she found comfort in marijuana baths. Brookzz recalled visiting her in the bathtub, where she was weak and in and out of consciousness.

When her blunt fell into the tub, Brookzz retrieved it. His sister woke up, looked at him, and asked, “Brother, you think I’m gonna die?” In that raw moment, Brookzz wanted to reassure her, saying, “No. You’re going to be all right.” But she insisted, “No. But promise me this. Promise me that you’re going to do something.” She asked him to put the blunt back in her mouth, which he did. Sitting on the porch afterward, replaying her words, Brookzz felt the weight of her request. She passed away the next day. Four months later, he started doing comedy.

From Promoter to Punchlines

Before comedy, Brookzz worked as a party promoter. He remembered being “ripped off by them club owners” but enjoyed the energy of throwing parties. After these events, he would talk to his brother and sister-in-law about his experiences, and they would laugh. They suggested he try comedy, but Brookzz was unsure about stand-up.

His sister’s dying wish became the catalyst. “She was like the last thing to push me over like, hey, let me go try this,” he said.

The Painful First Set

Brookzz remembers his very first performance vividly. Only four people attended: his mom, his cousins, and two strangers. He admitted his material wasn’t strong. Later, after gaining a social media following, he experienced a truly bad bombing. The audience didn’t boo, but the silence was deafening.

He wore a suit that night, making him a target for the host, comedian Stick. Stick joked about his suit before bringing him on stage. As Brookzz performed, someone yelled, “Man, ain’t nobody trying to listen to you with that tight ass suit on.” Brookzz started clapping back, which made the crowd of about 300 people laugh. However, when he moved to his prepared jokes, the laughter stopped.

The dreaded light flashed, signaling his time was up. He didn’t understand the etiquette, and someone yelled, “That mean because it’s time for you to get your ass off the stage.” Hurt, Brookzz handed over the microphone and sat down, forced to listen as every comedian after him talked about his failure. “I don’t never want to feel like this again,” he vowed.

The drive home with his then-girlfriend confirmed how badly he bombed. She asked if he was okay, and he responded, “I will be.” That experience fueled his determination to succeed in comedy.

Source: Monique Reacts To Mojo Brookzz Working With Tyler Perry I CLUB SHAY SHAY (YouTube)