Larenz Tate Opens Up on Michael Jackson Biopic, Menace II Society & Power Universe | Cousins

On this episode of Cousins, legendary actor Larenz Tate joins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady for a candid conversation about playing Berry Gordy in the highly anticipated Michael biopic. He discusses what it was like working alongside Jaafar Jackson and the pressure of portraying one of music’s most influential figures. He also reflects on his iconic career, including landing his breakout role in Menace II Society, working with Nia Long in Love Jones, and becoming one of the defining actors of the ’90s. Plus, Larenz takes fans inside the Power universe, discussing his role as Rashad Tate, working with Courtney Kemp and 50 Cent, viral Power memes, and the surprising story behind originally being cast as Ghost’s lawyer, Terry Silver. #VinceCarter #TracyMcGrady #LarenzTate #Michael #MichaelJackson #LoveJones #NiaLong #Power #NBA #Basketball #NBAPodcast #50Cent #MenaceIISociety #CouncilmanTate #BasketballCulture #motown #Hoops #NBAStories #CousinsPodcast #BasketballHighlights Follow Cousins on Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinceandtmac/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vinceandtmac X: https://x.com/VinceAndTmac Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VinceAndTMac/ Much love to our sponsors: FanDuel: New Customers get up to $150 back in Bonus Bets every day for ten days. Only on FanDuel. Xfinity: Get fiber-powered Gig WiFi, to watch every goal of the beautiful game this summer. And lock in your price for 5 years. Visit Xfinity.com/soccer to learn more. Restrictions apply. Select plans only. Use of fiber/coaxial cable.  https://www.xfinity.com/learn/digital-cable-tv/sports/soccer NHTS: Click it. Don’t risk it. Paid for by NHTSA. www.nhtsa.gov/clickit Arkay Zero Proof: Arkay Zero Proof delivers the taste, aroma, and even the burn of real spirits — without alcohol, sugar, or carbs. Shop now at arkayzeroproof.com 00:00: Intro 02:16: Best Role: Menace II Society 02:15: Famous Lines That Were Improvised 09:48: Collaborating With Producers And Directors  16:08: First Acting Job On Twilight Zone 17:58: Actors Larenz Looked Up To 19:35: Redd Foxx As A Mentor 21:00: Gaining Confidence As An Actor 23:38: Preparing For Dead Presidents  29:02: Why Do Fools Fall In Love  31:03: Love Jones 33:00: Councilman Tate And The Power Universe  38:17: Memes From Power 41:39: New Biopic ‘Michael’ 49:08: Will The Knicks Win The NBA Finals 50:10: Longevity In Acting 53:18: Denzel As Malcolm X or Jamie Foxx As Ray 56:10: On-Screen Chemistry 58:34: VC Signature Move 59:54: Mentorship & Ownership 01:14:55: Playing Pickup At T-Mac House 01:09:55: Who Raised You? 01:17:03: Wrap