Whether it’s on screen, behind the scenes, or dropping unexpected gems about her past, Issa Rae never fails to keep us entertained. A recently clip of the “Insecure” creator has gone viral, and it’s giving fans a hilarious glimpse into her pre-Hollywood grind. Read more and watch inside.

During a candid interview with One of Them Days star, Keke Palmer, Issa shared that one of her earlier jobs was working on a “slave ship” at a museum. Yes, you read that right—a slave ship. Explaining her role, Issa recalled how she used to dress up in costume and play a character for museum visitors while offering historical tours.

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Naturally, the revelation has left fans in stitches. Issa is known for her sharp wit and iconic awkward charm. Fans imagine her taking on such a heavy subject in character and have since shared in laughs and an outpouring of admiration for her hustle online.

“She’s so unserious, but I know she made that experience hilarious,” one fan commented. Another wrote, “This woman really manifested her whole career by storytelling, even on a SLAVE SHIP.”

As always with Rae, the humor doesn’t overshadow the message. Her story reminds us that even the most successful stars started somewhere and often in the most unexpected places. Issa has never been shy about sharing the odd jobs and side hustles she took on before skyrocketing to fame, whether it was working as a temp or creating her own content on YouTube with her beloved digital series, “The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl.”

Issa has since used her platform to tell authentic and diverse stories that resonate deeply with audiences. From breaking barriers as a producer, writer, and actress to redefining the entertainment industry’s narrative around Black creatives, she’s become a powerhouse in Hollywood. She’s still finding ways to keep us laughing while inspiring us to push through those less-than-glamorous moments on the road to success.

Moral of the story? Even if your job feels like it’s straight out of a tragic historical drama, keep working, keep dreaming, and keep laughing. Issa Rae is living proof that your next chapter could be the one that changes everything.

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