The Wayans family will be inducted into NAACP Hall of Fame, but are still funny in 2025.

Damon Wayans is finding some laughs surrounding Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show. On his Instagram, the veteran comedian would end up pulling from his archives of work to roast some of Lamar’s fans for being Fake Woke.”

In Living Color launched many careers. Damon Wayans Sr. had a recurring character named Oswald Bates, an eccentric, overly verbose inmate who would spout nonsensical “intellectual” gibberish, misusing big words in an attempt to sound educated. The character was a satire of jailhouse philosophers who try to sound deep but end up making no sense. His long-winded speeches, filled with hilariously incorrect vocabulary, made him a fan favorite.

Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2025 was groundbreaking, as he became the first solo rapper to headline this prestigious event. His performance was rich in symbolism and social commentary. The show opened with actor Samuel L. Jackson portraying Uncle Sam, representing the American political system. Lamar delivered sharp critiques, notably highlighting societal divisions and a perceived lack of humility in the U.S.

This was powerfully illustrated during his rendition of “HUMBLE,” where the American flag dramatically tore apart. He also addressed historical injustices, referencing the unfulfilled promise of “40 acres and a mule” to freed slaves. The performance featured special guests, including SZA and a surprise appearance by Serena Williams. The show concluded with the message “Game Over,” reinforcing his critique of American society.

 

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In 1992, the sketch comedy show In Living Color significantly influenced the evolution of Super Bowl halftime entertainment. At that time, halftime shows were typically modest productions featuring marching bands or thematic performances. In Living Color aired a live special during the Super Bowl XXVI halftime, attracting approximately 20 million viewers and diverting attention from the game’s traditional halftime show. This move prompted the NFL to revamp its approach, leading to the star-studded, high-production halftime spectacles we see today.