July 27th 2023.
A Los Angeles-based nonprofit, Beauty 2 The Streetz, received an unexpected gift from Hollywood's own Robin Thede. Shirley Raines, the founder of Beauty 2 The Streetz, posted a video on Instagram of boxes of clothing donated from HBO’s recently canceled, “A Black Lady Sketch Show.”
In her post, Raines expressed her gratitude and appreciation for the donation and Robin Thede. She wrote, “Got a call from @hbo@ablackladysketchshow ended after 4 seasons and they donated ALL OF THE wardrobes, shoes, purses, wigs, lashes, and more to us. They also delivered the very next day to our warehouse Thx u Robin Thede @robinthede.”
The 501c3 nonprofit serves unhoused women of L.A.’s Skid Row and more with makeup, showers, hair color, and clothes. Thede commented on the touching video saying she was “thrilled” to make the donation.
The Emmy-winning show was canceled after four seasons, according to Vulture. In a statement, Thede announced the cancellation and thanked her team for all their success. She wrote, “I especially want to recognize the Black women and other women of color who excelled in every department at ABLSS. I am also eternally grateful for the support of Issa Rae and Jax Media, Amy Gravitt, Casey Bloys, and the entire team at HBO, Max, and Warner Bros. Discovery.”
Other comments celebrated Raines’ work within the community and recognized the donation as a big deal for her and Hollywood. One fan wrote, “You are showing the power of community!! God bless your work and everyone that you come in contact with.”
On an episode of The View, Thede tearfully thanked host Whoopi Goldberg for paving the way for Black women in sketch comedy. Season four of the show premiered in April and Thede made sure she thanked those who inspired her throughout her career.
Raines and Thede’s generous donation to Beauty 2 The Streetz is an inspiring example of the power of community and appreciation of the contribution of women of color in the entertainment industry.
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