Queen Latifah’s Boom Box Vibes Bring Music to “The Equalizer” Set—According to Lorraine Toussaint!
Hold on to your headphones, folks! Lorraine Toussaint just spilled the tea on what it’s like to be on set with the fabulous Queen Latifah during an exclusive chat with People Magazine. If you thought Queen Latifah’s talent was limited to acting and producing in “The Equalizer,” think again! According to Toussaint, the queen herself treats the cast to spontaneous rap sessions and epic tunes between takes. “She will show up with a boom box and start to — I’m for real — blast tunes,” Toussaint gushed, adding that the music vibes are all thanks to Latifah’s infectious energy. Talk about a set that knows how to keep the spirits high!
Now, for those who aren’t clued in, “The Equalizer” has been on the air since 2021, boasting a killer cast that includes Latifah as the fierce Robin McCall, alongside Toussaint, Liza Lapira, and Laya DeLeon Hayes. As they gear up for Season 5, the off-screen camaraderie among the cast shines just as brightly as their on-screen performances. Toussaint noted that the entire cast has formed a “family,” a sentiment that Hayes echoed back in 2021, sharing how Latifah and Toussaint offered her game-changing advice—not to indulge in food scenes before take after take. Who knew filming could double as a fitness routine?
The bond between the actresses is palpable. Hayes recalled how Latifah’s collaborative spirit made her feel right at home, allowing her to incorporate personal experiences into her character’s storyline. Together, they keep the atmosphere light, fun, and, let’s be honest, a tad legendary. With shows like “The Equalizer” setting a solid example of what on-screen representation and behind-the-scenes camaraderie look like, it’s nice to see a space where women lift each other up rather than drag each other down—am I right?
So, if you’re not already tuning in, don’t miss out! “The Equalizer” airs Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on CBS. Who knows, you might just catch a surprise rap interlude while you’re at it!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, CBS
