Martin Lawrence says jokes on the 90s show modeled ‘how Black people joked’ not colorism

The hit show "Martin" continues to be a subject of renewed interest among audiences who are examining classic Black art, ...
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Martin Lawrence responds to colorism claims

The comedian behind one of the 1990s’ most beloved sitcoms has weighed in on recent debates surrounding the show’s humor.
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Tichina Arnold Apologizes For ‘Reverse Colorism’ Remarks After Ari Lennox’s Critique Of ‘Martin’: ‘I Spoke Too Soon’

Tichina Arnold is apologizing for the comments she made about the idea of reverse colorism when she appeared on Deon Cole’s ...

Funny or offensive? Martin Lawrence chimes into ‘Martin’ colorism discourse

We were keeping it real,” Martin Lawrence says in response to colorism critiques related to his jokes towards Tichina Arnold ...
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Martin Lawrence Sets The Record Straight About Those Alleged ‘Colorism’ Jokes On His Iconic Show

Martin Lawrence, the titular star of the hit ’90s comedy “Martin,” is speaking out about his show and finally adding his two ...
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Ari Lennox Alleges Colorism Embedded In 90s Sitcom ‘Martin,’ Still Bothered By Martin’s Jokes About Pam

Tichina Arnold, who plays "Pamela James" on Martin Lawrence's hit 90s sitcom 'Martin,' is shutting down Ari Lennox's claims of "Martin's" jokes about "Pam" being rooted in colorism.

Revisiting the 90s: Tichina Arnold Pushes Back At Ari Lennox’s Critique Around Colorism And ‘Martin’

Arnold says the character Pam James, was not written around skin tone and that many of the jokes viewers remember were never ...
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Tichina Arnold Apologizes After Alleging Tisha Campbell Experienced ‘Reverse Colorism’ While Addressing Claims About ‘Colorist’ Pam Jokes On ‘Martin,’ Tisha Reacts

While denying claims about "colorist" jokes about her 'Martin' character "Pam," actress Tichina Arnold alleged that her best friend and former castmate Tisha Campbell experienced “reverse colorism." ...