Danielle Brooks and Sam Jay on Confidence and ‘The Color Purple’

Actress Danielle Brooks, known for her role as Taystee in “Orange Is the New Black,” is set to appear in the upcoming adaptation of Alice Walker’s “The Color Purple.” In a recent discussion with comedian Sam Jay, she revealed her struggles portraying a character in a historical setting and her growth in confidence as an actress. Jay, known for her blunt and anecdotal style, also discussed her experience writing for “Saturday Night Live” and how she always asks for what she needs. Their conversation touched on various topics, including their influences in comedy and their personal experiences that shaped their work.