the first influencer was also a spy: The Dark History of Josephine Baker pt. 1

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  • Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024

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  • @DapUniversalTarot
    @DapUniversalTarot 9 месяцев назад +91

    My favorite thing about the way you told this story was waiting 20 mins in to reveal that all of that happend before she was EIGHT YEARS OLD. I'm over hear imagining a whole teenager/young adult. That's wild. Great storytelling

  • @Swampwytch
    @Swampwytch 9 месяцев назад +101

    So as a side note about the Chiquita banana girl- that was Carmen Miranda.. who ended up being an equally amazing superstar of her day 😉 I only know this because my mother dressed me up in that outfit for more Halloweens than I want to admit 😂 Thank you for being such an amazing storyteller, Bailey!!! I look forward to each and every episode 🫶

  • @ezmima1175
    @ezmima1175 9 месяцев назад +1821

    As a young black girl, I looked up so much to the greats like Josephine Baker, Billie Holiday, Dorothy Dandridge, and Lena Horne. So much elegance and used their status to become activists for our community. I love when Bailey does stories like this on such a large platform because so many people truly don’t know the history these people have made. Thank you Bailey❤️ you’ll always have a plate at the cookout

    • @carlov19
      @carlov19 9 месяцев назад +25

      Hallelujah, thank you Bailey for sharing this ❤

    • @Poocheon
      @Poocheon 9 месяцев назад

      If you haven’t already, you should check out karine alourde
      She posts videos about all the greats you mentioned also some self-love videos sprinkled in there too ❤️❤️

    • @Justafox305
      @Justafox305 9 месяцев назад +7

      Yes I loved josephine baker ❤

    • @jasminejones298
      @jasminejones298 9 месяцев назад +7

      Couldn’t agree more 😂

    • @penelopeanne79
      @penelopeanne79 9 месяцев назад +4

      ❤❤❤❤

  • @sarahlott9418
    @sarahlott9418 9 месяцев назад +197

    Bailey please do an episode on the dark history of nursery rhymes. I feel like it'd be pretty interesting

  • @jay-wp8ii
    @jay-wp8ii 9 месяцев назад +78

    a TWO PART dark history story?! thank u bestie!!!!!!!!❤

  • @asmokeus
    @asmokeus 9 месяцев назад +358

    i love how lately, in most uploads, bailey just comes on camera like "hi bozos. tats & tiddies out. you're welcome." truly, thank you for your service, madam.

    • @asmokeus
      @asmokeus 9 месяцев назад +24

      i promise i'm also excited about the episode but i already listened yesterday & i am a very simple organism

    • @erindunn1172
      @erindunn1172 9 месяцев назад +16

      This was a perfect description. I love it!

    • @KEWATK428
      @KEWATK428 9 месяцев назад

      No, but seriously… I’m enjoying the tats and tiddies being out.

    • @doriangaspard7992
      @doriangaspard7992 9 месяцев назад +9

      @@Amélie20159then don’t watch her?? This comment was very unnecessary and unkind.

    • @rabbit25444
      @rabbit25444 9 месяцев назад +8

      @@Amélie20159ur very rude. why look threw her comments then hate on her if u jealous just say that 🙀

  • @mannygutierrez7654
    @mannygutierrez7654 9 месяцев назад +121

    I elect Bailey to be our next spyfluencer ❤

  • @krissy_7778
    @krissy_7778 9 месяцев назад +9

    I’m freaking out! I LOVE JOSEPHINE BAKER!!! ❤️ I am 45 and I have been obsessed with her since 1991 when I find out about her when the movie about her came out on HBO! ❤️ I can’t wait to watch this one! 😁

    • @brandyvincent4361
      @brandyvincent4361 8 месяцев назад +2

      It was wonderful. I'm sad so many more women don't know who she was .

    • @krissy_7778
      @krissy_7778 8 месяцев назад

      @@brandyvincent4361 I 100% agree with you! Thankful to Queen Bailey for introducing so much to so many!! 🙏🏻

  • @saundrajohnson1571
    @saundrajohnson1571 9 месяцев назад +11

    Bailey, for the longest time, I’ve wanted to ask you a question:
    Would you ever consider giving us a tattoo tour? You know, sort of a show and tell of your arms, describing your tattoos and what they mean. Yeah, I know. Silly question. But at least I finally got it off my chest. 😄
    BTW, chez is pronounced shay. 🙂

    • @jeannewishes1688
      @jeannewishes1688 8 месяцев назад +4

      I know she's mentioned it in a past video that she won't share this information because each tattoo has a meaning to her and wants to keep it private...but idk

  • @sandigreufe478
    @sandigreufe478 9 месяцев назад +22

    Hey Bailey! That new set rocks. Stories are great. But what I'm loving the most is seeing you so healthy and happy! ♥️

  • @inthedarkanonymous5625
    @inthedarkanonymous5625 9 месяцев назад +3

    Bailey, I am 72 and you send me into helpless giggles. This is a great gift and I treasure you, you cheeky doll.

  • @elizabethphillips7838
    @elizabethphillips7838 9 месяцев назад +3

    Josephine Baker was a super talented singer, dancer and all around fabulous performer, and one of my favorites. Thank you for covering this Icon, and role model for millions! And, bringing her story to newer generations, so that can enjoy her beautiful gifts that she left behind!✌❤🙏

  • @davidruppel1216
    @davidruppel1216 9 месяцев назад +5

    I had seen J. Baker doing the Charleston and had no idea she was Black , French, or as famous as she was. Can't wait for part 2. And Being a vampire Bailey can chew on my neck anytime she's feeling hungry and needs a little snack! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @quellebeaute1
    @quellebeaute1 9 месяцев назад +30

    Oh my gosh! I love Ms Josephine Baker! So excited for this episode!

  • @amyrose1978
    @amyrose1978 9 месяцев назад +2

    Gotta admit I've been a bit down this past week, its coming up to the anniversary of when my Sylar (cat) died and I just discovered a tumour growing on Blair (rat). So when the notification for this popped up it pepped me up. I don't know how Bailey does it but she makes it feel like she's having a conversation with friends. Thank you Bailey.

  • @msmazzo
    @msmazzo 9 месяцев назад +4

    yes. love that you cover icons like Ms. Josephine Baker. such an amazing person that really changed history.

  • @lebeautyspot
    @lebeautyspot 9 месяцев назад +6

    I love you so much Bailey for talking about Josephine Baker. Her and Dorothy Dandridge are black women who have inspired me in so many ways.

  • @madeleinereed6460
    @madeleinereed6460 9 месяцев назад +5

    What an important and incredible person in our history!!! I love this so much!

  • @MartinAlexanderVideos
    @MartinAlexanderVideos 9 месяцев назад +3

    This was awesome thank you Bailey! ❤ Josephine Baker is a GODDESS!

  • @TurquoiseInk
    @TurquoiseInk 7 месяцев назад

    I love Josephine Baker. She was a trailblazer, very talentted and brave! Thank you for doing this episode of Dark History about her! This is my favorite thing you do. ❤️

  • @The_momur
    @The_momur 9 месяцев назад +7

    Yay! I watched a number from one of her French films and remarked on how beautiful her voice is.

  • @chelseaisneato
    @chelseaisneato 9 месяцев назад +1

    My daughter (7) is doing her Chautauqua for school on Josephine Baker this year, so it’s crazy that this is your DH this week. Crazy.

  • @Isa_drug
    @Isa_drug 9 месяцев назад +5

    Hello, my love. The very announcement of the topic intrigues me, so I start watching it right away. I love Dark History, as well as your channel MMM Monday😜 Great intro by the way. ❤❤❤❤😘😘😘😘Lots of Love

  • @CaseyFarrington91
    @CaseyFarrington91 9 месяцев назад +3

    A dark history of the infrastructure in America would be cool! So many crazy/sad stories about the labor workers, mostly immigrants, to build the most famous parts of our country ie: Brooklyn Bridge & Erie Canal! ❤️ love your channel Bailey 🥰

  • @pamhillard2310
    @pamhillard2310 9 месяцев назад +4

    She sounds AMAZING 👏, I cant wait until next week 😍

  • @amberalewine6527
    @amberalewine6527 6 месяцев назад

    I have never listened to ur dark history and this is my first time and after listening to it im just amazed at how crazy her story is

  • @sachachilton76
    @sachachilton76 9 месяцев назад +1

    "Dictimized!" My new word!

  • @jadesilverstein5524
    @jadesilverstein5524 9 месяцев назад +7

    Thank you for making this video. as a performer, Josephine is one of my role models and influences!! ❤️

  • @shaheengulshanah448
    @shaheengulshanah448 9 месяцев назад +6

    I'd love to hear about the life of Margaretha Geertruida Macleod, aka Mata Hari, who was a Dutch exotic dancer convicted of being a spy and executed later. Just from you, bestie!!! ❤️❄️

  • @starryadventure8922
    @starryadventure8922 9 месяцев назад +7

    Bailey thank you for bringing me my favorite history lesson, it always makes my day! And can't wait for my makeup to get here so excited 🎉🎉❤

    • @AKbaby89
      @AKbaby89 9 месяцев назад

      Oo what did you get?? I wanted to get the bag and the palette so bad but im so broke rn, I'm hoping it stays around for a while so I can snag something!

    • @starryadventure8922
      @starryadventure8922 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@AKbaby89 I just got the palette with Christmas money is tight so I'm giving it to my daughter

    • @AKbaby89
      @AKbaby89 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@starryadventure8922 awh that's fun!

    • @starryadventure8922
      @starryadventure8922 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@AKbaby89 I really want to get the bag eventually though I love it

  • @melissadunton3534
    @melissadunton3534 Месяц назад

    I know this is an old video, but I feel the need to comment anyway. This two parter made me cry. It was so inspiring and real. Why don’t we learn about this in school? I mean….i had heard of Josephine Baker, but not to this extent. She is an icon for women, for black Americans and for everyone. She should be celebrated not forgotten. I’m still in tears just thinking about her life and how amazing she was…but hardly anyone knows her entire story. 😢
    Thank you again, Bailey. ❤😊 You’re doing god’s work.

  • @lunalore9320
    @lunalore9320 8 месяцев назад

    I’m so happy people suggested Josephine Baker; thank you so much! She was a badass.
    I always wondered why there was a lady wearing a banana skirt walking a cheetah in Paris in the Anastasia movie. It’s JB!!
    Keep going strong Bailey!

  • @manderpandersalamander9977
    @manderpandersalamander9977 9 месяцев назад +5

    I heard she was the inspiration behind Betty Boop! I even heard that in order to join the Dixie Steppers, she had to lighten her skin. 😢

  • @kirkbylett3731
    @kirkbylett3731 9 месяцев назад +7

    Yay! Big claps for Paul and Joan Crowford ❤

  • @miltoncat
    @miltoncat 9 месяцев назад +2

    Oooo! Wrote my final paper on her when I was in grad school. I had a class on the Harlem Renaissance.

  • @dianeth4199
    @dianeth4199 9 месяцев назад +3

    I hope you’re feeling better queen!!

  • @shelbyregisterrn108
    @shelbyregisterrn108 9 месяцев назад +2

    Love me some Ms. Josephine. My soon to be granddaughter is going to be named Josephine❣️❣️😍

  • @raspberrysig3114
    @raspberrysig3114 9 месяцев назад +2

    Kind of random but she reminds me of the beautiful girl in Anastasia when they are singing “ parie knows the key to your heart” she shows up with a cheetah on a leash but yeah the hair, bananas, sparkles they remind me of each other

    • @raspberrysig3114
      @raspberrysig3114 9 месяцев назад

      I listened to more of the video and she actually did have a cheetah so I’m starting to think I was right lol

    • @raspberrysig3114
      @raspberrysig3114 9 месяцев назад +1

      I looked it up and I was actually right yall 😭♥️

    • @maryeckel9682
      @maryeckel9682 9 месяцев назад

      That's her

  • @pauldeangelis7481
    @pauldeangelis7481 9 месяцев назад

    Off topic BUT….
    Watching Bailey introduce her New Collab with Melt Makeup 💄
    Was probably the most adorable moment I’ve ever seen! Congratulations Bailey!!! I am a male and do not wear makeup 💄 but I am over the moon excited and happy for you, smart smart company that put your name and your stamp and most importantly your LIPS 👄 on your products! Much success to all! Xoxo

  • @mannysbookdragon8842
    @mannysbookdragon8842 9 месяцев назад +1

    You're seriously the only thing that has been keeping me awake at work tonight. Thank you! :D

  • @dorindadouglas2847
    @dorindadouglas2847 9 месяцев назад +1

    I haven't listened to the story yet, but just wanted to say that you always look ridiculously gorgeous, but this makeup look today is so freaking beautiful! 😍

  • @stevieyankton7199
    @stevieyankton7199 9 месяцев назад +1

    I've never been so excited for a new episode before 😁

  • @katwitanruna
    @katwitanruna 9 месяцев назад +5

    My parents and grandparents told me stories of folx in the African American community. I had a book about Mary McLeod Bethune that I especially loved. History shouldn’t be whitewashed.

  • @georgianapetreaa
    @georgianapetreaa 9 месяцев назад +20

    I would love some episodes on Russian or European dark history 😍

  • @BeyondtheHiggs
    @BeyondtheHiggs 9 месяцев назад +2

    I laugh at how when people dress up for the 1920s for Halloween or a costume party, they always do the generic flapper girl, Great Gatsby, or something so generic. WHY AREN'T PEOPLE WEARING BANANA SKIRTS, JEWELS, AND DRESSING THEIR DOG UP AS A CHEETAH TO WALK IT!!!! That would be 10x cooler than anything. I knew about Josephine Baker some, but not her early life. She was the coolest person ever.

  • @aquariusmoontv
    @aquariusmoontv 9 месяцев назад

    As a new burlesque dancer this was so amazing to watch Bailey!! I love how you explained how much more the outside world valued the cabaret scene and especially when a little black girl from St. Louis is the shining star!!

  • @aliigatorwine
    @aliigatorwine 9 месяцев назад +1

    I loved this so much! Even though in white, learning about her made me so happy to learn how strong and different she was is why I have a framed pic of other and other trailblazers in my hallway ❤

  • @MovingWithTheCosmos
    @MovingWithTheCosmos 9 месяцев назад +2

    she’s got the look🖤 okay B.

  • @prenimystic
    @prenimystic 9 месяцев назад +1

    It's finals time for me and I am sad, but when I came home and sat down and started eating, I saw this, and I wasn't sad anymore! ❤❤

  • @Abbycdefg123
    @Abbycdefg123 9 месяцев назад

    YESSS this is the earliest I’ve ever been to a video! Love you Bailey!!! 🫶

  • @puffzganjalot
    @puffzganjalot 9 месяцев назад +2

    Have you done one on the real "pocahontas"?

    • @maryeckel9682
      @maryeckel9682 9 месяцев назад +1

      She does in the episode about Disney princesses. What a whitewash that movie was!

    • @puffzganjalot
      @puffzganjalot 9 месяцев назад

      @@maryeckel9682 Thanks!

  • @HollyPurplesYouOT7
    @HollyPurplesYouOT7 9 месяцев назад +1

    I'm obsessed with Bailey's makeup in this episode 🫶

  • @A...LA...LA...A
    @A...LA...LA...A 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for not being afraid to represent or forgetting about your BLK and ethnic family Bailey😘LUV U😊

  • @jacolineboer2332
    @jacolineboer2332 9 месяцев назад +2

    I hope you're feeling better bailey!

  • @summerrobinson1705
    @summerrobinson1705 9 месяцев назад +2

    Bailey I absolutely love your makeup 💄
    The best part of my days is when I get to spend it with my girl B ❤😘

  • @adreadarling
    @adreadarling 9 месяцев назад +1

    I just realized that Josephine Baker made a cameo appearance in Anastasia (the kids movie, yes). She is in the Paris montage, walking a cheetah on a leash.

  • @marissawdennis
    @marissawdennis 9 месяцев назад +1

    Okay, Josephine is STUNNING. 😍

  • @MaryIsTired7
    @MaryIsTired7 9 месяцев назад +1

    I 've never been this early!
    Even migrane can't stop me from watching Bailey

    • @mannygutierrez7654
      @mannygutierrez7654 9 месяцев назад +2

      Migraines are the worst
      Hope you feel better soon

    • @ardenalexa94
      @ardenalexa94 9 месяцев назад +1

      I get them a lot. Maybe you’ve tried it already but sometimes caffeine helps. And then drinking lots of water. I get them daily but they are mostly from the weather and allergies which makes it a bit trickier. Hope you get well soon

  • @lorilynn4808
    @lorilynn4808 9 месяцев назад +2

    Joan’s people called 😂

  • @xxMonicaaLewinskii
    @xxMonicaaLewinskii 8 месяцев назад

    @40:00 I literally had to pause and talk to you like we’re best friends, bc I was like “Bailey we do need to say more, what about the Monopoly Man??” 💀

  • @Bizkitpookie
    @Bizkitpookie 9 месяцев назад +4

    DAAAANG BAILEY IS HOT!

  • @rmas1088
    @rmas1088 9 месяцев назад

    I enjoyed this story and Josephine is someone who truly keeps pushing. I can't wait to see what part two will bring. Much love to you!

  • @loo2400
    @loo2400 9 месяцев назад +1

    The way you tell stories

  • @KatieBeeTV
    @KatieBeeTV 9 месяцев назад

    You asked me in the intro to imagine my favorite celebrity and I paused to think.
    Well, Danny DaVito is a spy for the rest of this story miss Bailey. I can't wait for the next 51 minutes of imagining Danny DaVito doing all these things. I mean he for sure has the charisma to save thousands from certain death.

  • @alexandriamarie9664
    @alexandriamarie9664 9 месяцев назад +2

    Love you and ur stories Bailey!

  • @robinedwards8796
    @robinedwards8796 9 месяцев назад

    Thank the Gods!!! Today has been yucky. It just brightened a little ☺

  • @MsMissyfaye88
    @MsMissyfaye88 9 месяцев назад

    Glad u finally covered Josephine Baker. I first heard about her from another RUclipsr. Her story is amazing and very sad.

  • @susieschlotzhauer9924
    @susieschlotzhauer9924 9 месяцев назад +27

    Ms Baker.. She’s an icon ❤ Bailey totally rocking goddess vibes with this long hair!!

  • @jessicabakke9757
    @jessicabakke9757 8 месяцев назад

    Love that joshepine has an animated cameo in the Anastasia movie

  • @cherokeewaldon194
    @cherokeewaldon194 9 месяцев назад

    You should do the dark history of “Working” like where the concept of being employed by someone came from…. Cause I mean that dates back to idk even know when!

  • @priscillagrace8285
    @priscillagrace8285 9 месяцев назад

    NEXT WEEK?!!
    this is going to be the longest two weeks of my life

  • @shannonhoselton9101
    @shannonhoselton9101 9 месяцев назад

    I grew up in nd and sadly have never heard of this amazing woman!!! Thank you!!!!

  • @GenLazer06
    @GenLazer06 9 месяцев назад

    I really love the fact that you say whatever you want.

  • @monicahyland8641
    @monicahyland8641 9 месяцев назад +6

    Who she was a absolutely stunning amazing woman,she is a Wonder Woman.. I love hearing about super woman heroes ❤

  • @kokobear808
    @kokobear808 9 месяцев назад +1

    Aloha Bailey. I’ve listened to you since -obviously- 2020 and literally never commented before. So I know you read these sooooooo thank you. That’s all.

  • @mariedelaurentiis
    @mariedelaurentiis 9 месяцев назад

    I LOVED this episode! I literally can't wait until next weekend. This story is blowing my mind and I need more.

  • @KiwisAndAlpacas
    @KiwisAndAlpacas 9 месяцев назад

    Watching this during lunch break!!!

  • @tiffanydawnlarkin
    @tiffanydawnlarkin 9 месяцев назад

    This is one of my favorite Dark History episodes! Can't wait for part 2!

  • @osilahcollett3377
    @osilahcollett3377 9 месяцев назад +2

    ❤ Love you Bailey ❤

  • @Jsscahd
    @Jsscahd 9 месяцев назад +1

    Waited for the second ep to drop so I'm a lil late with this, but cheetahs are very similar in personalities to dogs if they're raised with people and other animals to model after 😊

  • @True503
    @True503 9 месяцев назад

    I’m enthralled! I Love this story
    And guuurl… I’m having a hard time looking at your eyessss… beautiful mama!

  • @DetWheresmycoffee-smh
    @DetWheresmycoffee-smh 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hello Bailey Sarian, I love you and your videos truly comforting, love from South Africa 🇿🇦 💖 ❤😊

  • @brandypalm527
    @brandypalm527 9 месяцев назад

    Can't wait for next weekend week!!

  • @kiarafarias1189
    @kiarafarias1189 9 месяцев назад

    when you said EIGHT!! jaw dropped

  • @jessiesimmons398
    @jessiesimmons398 9 месяцев назад +1

    I was a nanny and worked with animals at an animal rescue when I was that age

  • @luzorozco52
    @luzorozco52 9 месяцев назад

    Bailey, you’re the absolute awesomest. I wanted to thank you for making my time fly by at work.

  • @twoterrifiedmonkeys4994
    @twoterrifiedmonkeys4994 9 месяцев назад +1

    Love this content!!! Would love to know more about flapper girls ! And maybe u could do one on dime museums!

  • @XxHarmony63Xx
    @XxHarmony63Xx 9 месяцев назад

    I really enjoyed this story, Bailey. What a fascinating woman she was!

  • @amandarowland1866
    @amandarowland1866 9 месяцев назад

    I absolutely love these videos and the MMM videos, Thank you for making them they take my mind off the physical pain I am in for a little while.

  • @vanessamassacre6156
    @vanessamassacre6156 9 месяцев назад +1

    This is great
    Best entertainment ever, love the cheetah part, she was basically just a big cat lady
    Also, have you ever thought of covering Jayne Mansfield in a dark history episode? Her life was WILD, she was very close friend with the founder of the church of satan

  • @SailorMoon-re2sw
    @SailorMoon-re2sw 7 месяцев назад

    I love baileys voice and storytelling sp much tht i even listen to her ads..idk how much they paying her but they should double it , would never hear about them if it wasn’t for Baileyana ✨💞

  • @chancejaparker
    @chancejaparker 9 месяцев назад

    She is my spirit goddess! Thank you, Bailey. This means so much.

  • @aylasecura5921
    @aylasecura5921 9 месяцев назад +1

    I love your videos and as you‘ve said you love female spies, then you should check out Mata Hari, she‘s an absolutely cool historical badass

  • @Agi2502
    @Agi2502 9 месяцев назад +1

    I recently learned that if you raise a cheetah like a puppy it can actually bw domesticated like a dog. Any other wild cat (and some domesticated ones) would be likely to attack you at some stage even if you raise them with a bottle. But cheetahs are puppies by heart and they will become fully loyal and, as i said, domesticated. This is why they are highly thought after as pets by people who don't know what to do with their money (even today).

  • @cas.stacks
    @cas.stacks 9 месяцев назад

    Bailey, you are one of the greatest storyteller of all times 👏🏾

  • @lillygrnzw
    @lillygrnzw 9 месяцев назад

    Would love to see a episode about The Washington Times and the moonies 🙏🏻

  • @hayleyhall2973
    @hayleyhall2973 9 месяцев назад

    not me frantically searching for part 2 not realizing this was uploaded 5 days ago 😩😩😩

  • @teresachavez.a2zen
    @teresachavez.a2zen 9 месяцев назад

    Oh boy, I can't wait to hear more. I'll have to distract myself to not "read ahead" and spoil the tale. Til next week...

  • @Brekasworld
    @Brekasworld 9 месяцев назад

    We rock with Bailey cause Bailey rocking with us!😮‍💨😂

  • @aimzgarz7321
    @aimzgarz7321 9 месяцев назад +1

    Ya’all we love this georgeous chica👍🏼✌️