Category: Katt Williams

Top 5 Surprising Facts About Katt Williams 

Katt Williams has entertained audiences for over 20 years with his memorable roles in movies such as Friday After Next and Norbit, as well as his hilarious comedy specials. However, some lesser-known facts about the well-known comedian may surprise his fans. 

Top 5 Things Fans May Not Have Known About Katt

From his academic achievements to his rap career, here are five things fans may not have known about Katt Williams:

Katt Is An Avid Reader

From a young age, Katt Williams had a love for reading and developed an impressive reading ability. By the age of three, he could read fluently, and from ages 8 to 12, he consumed approximately 3,000 books annually, all of which were non-fiction. 

The comedian/actor even claimed that he could read in multiple languages by age eight, showcasing his intellectual curiosity and love for learning.

He Was Accepted To A Prestigious School

At just 12, Williams received a full scholarship to The National Science Academy in Dayton, Ohio.

However, in a surprising turn of events, he purposely failed a test to gain admission, feeling like he wouldn’t fit in. Despite this, it’s clear that Williams’ academic potential was recognized at a young age.

Katt Is A Member Of Mensa

Katt Williams is not only a talented comedian, but he also possesses a high level of intellect. Since the age of 10, he has been associated with Mensa, an organization encompassing individuals with exceptional IQ levels. 

As a non-profit society, Mensa grants membership to those who score within the 98th percentile or higher on an approved IQ test. Williams continues to challenge his mind, taking regular tests every six months to maintain his membership in the prestigious organization.

He Had A Rap Career

In addition to his achievements in the world of comedy, Williams has also ventured into the realm of music. Under the name Money Mike, which pays homage to his character in Friday After Next, he dabbled in rapping. 

Collaborating with artists such as The Game, Suga Free, and The Diplomats, Williams released his debut studio/live album titled It’s Pimpin’ Pimpin’ in 2009, showcasing his versatility as an entertainer.

Katt Is A Generous Guy

Beyond his talent and intellectual pursuits,  Williams is known for his generosity toward other comedians. 

Stories have surfaced on social media about him going above and beyond to support emerging talents. Comedian B Daht shared an anecdote of opening for Williams early in his career, and unexpectedly receiving a payment of $750, even though he wasn’t scheduled to be paid. 

More About Katt

Similarly, comedian Deon Cole revealed that after a comedy show early in his career, Williams personally paid him $1,000 when the venue didn’t compensate him adequately.

Katt Williams revealed many facts about himself in his interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast, which was released on January 3. He also called out fellow comedians Steve Harvey, Rickey Smiley, and Kevin Hart as well as others, and questioned their integrity in comedy. 

Trae The Truth & Cedric The Entertainer Generously Spread Warmth

Katt Williams is not the only celebrity known for their generosity. In December 2023, Houston rapper Trae The Truth and comedian Cedric The Entertainer made headlines for distributing jackets, blankets, and coats to the homeless in Houston.

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Katt Williams Calls Out Cedric The Entertainer, Steve Harvey, Kevin Hart & More In Fiery Interview

Katt Williams has unleashed a blistering attack on his fellow comedic legends. During a recent interview, the legendary comedian called out Cedric The Entertainer, Steve Harvey, Kevin Hart, and Rickey Smiley. 

Can’t Take A Joke

In an interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast released on Jan. 3, Williams vented about Cedric The Entertainer stealing one of his jokes from the past. 

According to Williams, Cedric believed he could get away with it since Williams was a relatively unknown comedian at the time. 

“He thought that I was just a no-name comedian, and that he could take this joke and nobody would know. The issue was that I had already done this particular joke on BET’s ComicView twice. It had done so well… that they made it part of the commercial,” Williams said. 

Williams added:

“This is not just a random joke, this is my best joke…it’s my closing joke. 1998, I’m doing this joke…Cedric comes to The Comedy Store, he watches me in the audience, he comes backstage, he tells me what a great job I did and how much he loves the joke. Two years later, he’s doing that as his last joke on The [Original] Kings Of Comedy and he’s doing it verbatim, he just changed my car into a spaceship.” 

WIlliams was referencing the comedy special movie, The Original Kings of Comedy. WIlliams also took a shot at Cedric by saying he looks like a walrus. 

Cedric The Entertainer Responds

Cedric The Entertainer later responded to Williams on Instagram:

“Revisionist history, regardless of whatever Katts opinion My career can’t be reduced to One Joke Katt Williams claims as his, I been [in] over 40 movies, my specials and brand speaks volumes for [who] i am. The ppl I have put on including ‘Kat in the Hat’ At the Gibson Amphitheatre. And all that tough talk Is corny af Im [a] grown ass man. And none of that sh*t gonna go like you think. You do you and I got this over here.” 

Katt Williams additionally called out Steve Harvey, Cedric’s co-star in The Original Kings of Comedy, accusing him of being involved in the joke Cedric allegedly stole. Williams claimed that the shared joke, originally crafted with comedian Mark Curry, was also appropriated by Harvey:

“This is the same Steve that went to go watch Mark Curry do his whole sitcom and then stole everything Mark Curry had. Now Steve got a sitcom where he’s the principal and he wear a suit.” The sitcom in question was The Steve Harvey Show and Curry’s Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper. 

Users on Twitter (X) reacted to Williams’ explosive interview. One user named @Teewhyfene commented “Katt Williams a legend and I’m happy he gets to get his truth heard,” and one other user named @Thats_wildddd commented, “He damn sure aint lyin Cedric never ever been funny to me and really just rode off the coat tails of all the other comedians in that “kings of comedy.”

Katt Williams Calls Out Rickey Smiley

Additionally, Williams targeted Rickey Smiley, debunking Smiley’s claims that he was originally cast as Money Mike in the movie Friday After Next. Williams accused Smiley of lying and mockingly criticized his acting skills. Williams questioned why Smiley had not been offered significant movie roles in recent years, stating:

“Rickey Smiley can’t act because Rickey Smiley can’t act.”

Unsurprisingly, Kevin Hart also found himself in Williams’ line of fire. Williams referred to Hart as an “industry plant,” insinuating that Hart’s rise to fame lacked the long underground career typically associated with successful comedians. 

“In 15 years in Hollywood, no one in Hollywood has a memory of going to a sold out Kevin Hart show and being in line for him getting a standing ovation at any comedy club. What do you think a plant is?” 

Williams said as he raised his voice. Williams also said that he is tired of the narrative of him being “bitter and jealous” during his comedy hiatus. 

The full interview is now available on YouTube. 

Stay Warm

In other news about Cedric The Entertainer, he recently teamed up with Houston rapper Trae The Truth by delivering blankets, jackets, and coats to the homeless shortly before New Years Day. Local media was there to capture the kind gesture from Trae and Cedric. 

Kanye Says Cardi B Is An ‘Industry Plant’

One other celebrity that called fellow celebrities out was rap star Kanye West. In a leaked video from 2018, Kanye called out rapper Cardi B and said that she was an industry plant. He was also frustrated with producing songs for Pusha T, Nas, Teyana Taylor as well as others and not being appreciated.

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