The Robertson Treatment – Christopher Reid

Having already enjoyed successful careers in music and films entertainer Christopher Reid is rare act to follow in the precarious and highly competitive world of Hollywood. In fact, his track record is so impressive that it would seem that Reid has mastered the elusive pursuit of "making it" in an industry not well-known for its second acts.

Perhaps best known as one half of the popular 80's pop/rap duo Kid 'N Play, which he parlayed into a career in films ("House Party" & "House Party II"), Reid has proven himself to be an industrious entertainer who continues to diversify his creative skills with a series of popular and engaging properties.

As the host of the new urban comedy showcase series "Phaturdays" the ex-flat-top rapper is again at the center of another innovative entertainment experience. Developed by veteran TV producer Kyle Bowser, and executive produced by film and video wunderkind Billy Woodruff, "Phaturdays" would be best described as a cross between Saturday Night Live and Def Comedy Jam. Offering loads of outrageous stand-up and hilarious sketch comedy, the show takes a raw and wacky look at issues taken from everyday life.

"I kind of happened into this project by accident," Reid recalls. "Through some mutual friends I met Kyle and Billy who introduced me to their concept for this show and I was immediately won over. To call this show funny is a complete understatement-it's hilarious. Everybody needs a good laugh, especially right now with all of the stress and heart ache in the world today. "Phaturdays" delivers that and more."

In fact, being funny is becoming a way of life for Reid who in addition to hosting "Phaturdays" has embarked on a new phase in his long career as a stand-up comic. Currently touring to sold out venues across the country with his thought-provoking brand of humor, the thirtysomething New York native is optimistic about this new phase in his career.

"I'm a real big student of history," he says. "I've studied the careers of people like Jackie Gleason and Sammy Davis Jr. and learned how they managed to keep their careers going over the long haul. What I discovered is that you have to stay true to yourself and be open to explore new opportunities. Regardless of what you do, the more avenues that you leave open, the more chances you have to succeed."

"Phaturdays" airs on Wednesday nights on the pay-per-view cable network IN Demand. For show times and local listings visit their website at www. Phaturdays.com

Happy New Year and congratulations to the winners of The Robertson Treatment's 5th Anniversary Trivia Question. Over 3,000 readers tried to guess the identity of the celebrity featured in our 1st column on September 13th 1997. 468 Robertson Treatment readers guessed correctly that Samuel L. Jackson was featured for his role in the engrossing family drama Eve's Bayou."

Mmm, Mmm, good! The Robertson Treatment was recently invited to the annual New Years Day celebration given by gospel maven Vicki Mack-Lataillade (CEO, Gospo Centric). Held at the Lataillade's fabulous new home high in the Santa Monica Mountains, the gathering featured great food, music and was a great way to kick off another year. Besides knowing how to throw a great party, the Lataillades also preside over a growing gospel music empire that in the coming months will release new music from Trin-ntee 5:7, Ray Bady, former Dru Hill member Woody, plus a new record from superstar Kirk Franklin. Thanks again for a great time!

Proving once again that the denizens who populate Hollywood are really a generous lot is Sicily, one of the young stars of the highly rated UPN comedy "One on One". In an effort to build self-esteem and encourage girls ages 12 - 14, the young actress is preparing to unveil her "Marching Towards Success" mentoring program. Stay tune for further details.

Congratulations to my "babygirl" Taragi Henson who is now reporting for duty on the popular Lifetime crime drama "The Division". Most recently seen along side Tyresse in director John Singleton's hit film "Baby Boy," the DC native takes on the role of Raina Washington.

Speaking of "The Division" fans of the show will surely miss actress Lela Rochon who is taking a break from acting while she and her director husband Antoine Fuqua ("Training Day") prepare for the arrival of their first bundle of joy later this year. Congrats to both! Finally, let me give a shout out to my boy Steven Bradford who celebrated his birthday in grand style this past weekend in LA.

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