My First Interview About The Wing Ding Queen: A Full-Circle Moment

One month ago, I sat down for my first official interview about The Wing Ding Queen, and the experience was nothing short of surreal. As someone who has lived and breathed this story for years—carrying it in my heart long before it ever made it to the page or the screen—this conversation felt like the moment it all became real.

The interview explored every part of my creative journey: from growing up surrounded by music, books, and laughter, to becoming a storyteller in my own right. We talked about my evolution as a filmmaker, a producer, a comedian, and now an author. But at the heart of it all was The Wing Ding Queen—a tribute to my grandmother, Georgia Mae Toney, and the legacy she left behind.

This wasn’t just a press run. This was a deeply personal conversation about what it means to tell a story that’s lived in your bones.

It was about legacy, resilience, and the power of reclaiming a narrative that was almost erased. My grandmother wasn’t just a restaurateur—she was a matriarch, a dreamer, and yes, the undisputed queen of the infamous wing dings. And for the first time, I got to say her name in the context of history, not just memory.

We touched on the emotional labor that goes into telling stories like this, especially as a Black woman navigating the entertainment industry. Comedy has given me a way to process grief. Writing has given me a way to preserve truth. Film has given me a way to invite others into that truth—fully, honestly, and without apology.

This first interview reminded me why I do this work. The Wing Ding Queen is not just a project. It’s a mission. And this is only the beginning.

Stay tuned. The queen’s story is just getting started.