Selina Johnson
 

Selina Johson is a Zeta. If you look at her acknowledgments in her cd cover, you would see that she gives props to her sorors.

Selina sings "I'm Your Woman"

Somebody said Bruce Bruce was a Kappa... I was like :o

alpha phi beta sigma?
 

I read that Benjamin (Chavis)Muhammad is an eternal Sphinxmen,
yet I hear he is also an honarary Sigma...does he have dual membership? Is that allowed?

Well said Soror!:D

LOL! You are wrong for that!!!

I think this is funny because I was just talking to Sands about black folk and our history. We hear so much about members and there accoplishments but we never seem to have any proof. Most of the time it's all hear say. Research people Research!

Lionel Richie is an Alpha...he went to Tuskeegee University...

Ivy, I feel where you are coming from. But, I can only vouch for members of Phi Beta Sigma. Bro. George Washington Carver was a very active member of our fraternity during his time.

Re: Made up Famous members
 

I heard years ago that Quincy Jones was an Alpha. My dad's an Alpha, and almost guaranteed me that Quincy Jones wasn't one.

And, despite the fact that George "P-Funk" Clinton did the infamous "Atomic Dawg," he is NOT a Que--he's not honorary or anything of that sort. I even heard he was a Sigma---only because he does the hand sign----which in the '70's and '80's rock and funk eras means "ROCK ON!"

Is Morris Chestnutt REALLY a Sigma?? I've heard mixed accounts...he's HOTTTTT regardless, though ;)

One day, you all will see ChaosDST on a list of famous members. And you'll be like: I remember that chic from when she was just a lowly Greekchat member :)

Hey sisterfriend PrettyKitty!

Well, it's funny when we discuss "famous" members...because the definition of "famous" is interesting. I wouldn't discuss Rog from What's Happening in the same breath as I would discuss Black intellects such as W.E.B and Cornel West. That's just me, though.

But, people always leave out: the Laura Winslow chic from Family Matters (DST), yelling Kim Whitley (from "Oh, Drama"----(DST) yeah, we gotta admit it), and the equally-as-loud comedian chic from Comic View, she's a Zeta (her loud mouth has nothing to do with her affiliation, of course)---I forget her name. Oberton from Living Single is a Que (I'm a reliable source---he also threw up the hooks in an episode).

There are quite a few Black folks who we see on these shows and so forth that are Greeks. But, I wouldn't go so far as to put them on my "famous" list. Just thinking aloud :)

Sheryl Underwood

Yeah, her...thanks!

Chaos, the answer your question about Morris Chestnut is no.royal blue

Really? Well, I wonder how that rumor got started years ago, then...thanks. He's still HOOOOOTTTT though :)

Probably from a Zeta.

When I found out that Blair Underwood was a Sigma, I was like, how the heck did that happen. He went to a school that pledged at my yard and I never saw him once.

Who told you that John Hinton (Overton) was a Que? That is news to me if its true.

Famous Members
 

Funny I was thinking about this on my morning drive in to work today.

IMO, the only members in our respective orgs who are worthy of being labeled as "famous" would be the founders of each org. These pioneering men and women laid the foundation for each of our orgs. As college students in a time when being BLACK was not easy, these men and women struggled for what we have today -- not just our orgs, but a lot of the rights and privileges that we take for granted. XX amount of years ago, our founders had visions for sisterhood and brotherhood, scholarship, service, and the upliftment of our people and our communities.

Anyone else might have notoriety in another field, but those founding fathers and mothers of the Divine Nine orgs laid foundations in our orgs as well as the Black community.

LOL@from a Zeta. I don't think so, maybe Morris Chestnutt WANTED to be a Sigma or something.
Anwhooooo, I always heard from bruhs that John Hinton was a bruh and when he threw up the hooks on an episode one day, that was proof (to me). The actor who played the janitor boss on "Set It Off" is also a bruh...you can see the hit on his chest in the scene where he's caught in the hotel room with the money. He guest starred on Living Single once, too...it may've been the episode when Overton threw up the hooks.

Curious
 

Greetings everyone! I'm new on Greekchat and was checking out what my fellow Greeks had to say. But I agree w/ you CrimsonTide. I have the upmost respect for my seven founders. Women who peservered in at a white school in klan land! Who sought and education when it was hard to do as not only a black, but as a women. :)

But I'm curious. I've been laughing as I read some of the post. Why would someone be "shocked" that a certain individual who is deemed as being famous pledged a certain frat or sorority? ALL our organizations have great foundations and should be held w/ the upmost respect! Does someone think a certain organization is not "good enough" to hold these members of prestige and influence? Not trying to cause an arguement, just curious. :confused: :) :confused:

Please respond. I'm interested in an answer. :)
Peace and Blessings. :)

Rhapsody 1922
Fall 1997 #3
Blue and Gold Rules EVERYTHING Around Me!
EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE-YIP!!!!!!!!!

lmao: A newbee ...A tour is needed!
 

Where is the BGLO GC tour guide?

:D



All jokes, all jokes! :D

Re: Curious
 

I have the utmost respect for the Founders of ALL of our organizations. I think that there is a distinction b/w "famous" and "notable." When I think "famous," perhaps Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer----people in the entertainment and sports realms. When I think of "notable," I'm thinking of those movers and shakers in the political and education realms. That may be my own biases, but in my world, everyone plays a role. However, being on TV or throwing pigskin does not denote "notable" status----unless you're proactive (as opposed to merely proathlete) and socially conscious.
Now, I think some people expressed surprise that certain actors and so forth are members of certain organizations, NOT because of the organization's worth. I think that we sometimes do not imagine that some of these people even went to college, not to mention having pledged an organization.

Re: lmao: A newbee ...A tour is needed!
 

YAAAAAWN, it's a little late in the evening for a tour----maybe we can reschedule for tomorrow or something ;)

I forgot to welcome Rhapsody1922 to GC...welcome Sisterfriend!!!!

nice answer
 

Acceptable answer. But I don't think that is everyones true reason for "shock." But maybe that's just MY belief! Still curious to hear others!

Thanks for the welcome. :)

Rhapsody 1922
Fall 1997 #3
Blue and Gold Rules EVERTHING AROUND ME!
EEEEEEEEEEEEEE-YIP!!!

WHAT? TRY AGAIN! :eek: Seriously, I think a lot of these inaccuracies get started from some basis in truth...i.e. if someone were asked to be an honorary member or placed on a roll of consideration...and some member took it and ran with it...u ever played the gossip game as a kid?

Good Point there and I agree with you. Everyone else is living the dream that our Founder's intended, representing our beloved orgs to their fullest extent, blazing the path our Founders left behind...but then there are some who dont... :(

And I am curious as to whether the genee in the lamp really exists....Seriously though, if some people's organizational choice is grounded in a belief system based on mistruths(to speak kindly) about other organizations then you are going to see people be "shocked" when things don't fit into what they believe as truth about other organizations...:rolleyes:...at the end of the day who cares? as long as u are grounded, idiocy and ignorant behaviour should never shake u. BTW, Welcome to GC!

Very good perpective Pretty Kitty. :eek:
Thanks for the welcome. :)

I believe bruh was joking about the Zeta thing. But, you're absolutely right, rumors get started based on some truth---which is why I thought he wanted to be a Sigma or whatever. Would someone of Morris Chestnutt's relative success be asked to be an honorary? That would be interesting. Anyway.
Like I told rhapsody before, I don't think people expressed shock for the reasons she assumed they did. However, people certainly have their stereotypes, and when they find someone who does not "LOOK" or "ACT" like they should be a member of XYZ, they can make some ignorant comments, like..."you're pretty, you look more like an AKA than a Delta," or "she's thin to be a Zeta." I used to hear those comments made often, and I think...WHAT IN THE???
Okay, my fault, I know I'm taking this thread elsewhere....


Greek Love,
DSTDeuce

[QUOTE]Originally posted by ChaosDST
[B]I believe bruh was joking about the Zeta thing. But, you're absolutely right, rumors get started based on some truth---which is why I thought he wanted to be a Sigma or whatever. Would someone of Morris Chestnutt's relative success be asked to be an honorary? That would be interesting. Anyway.

**Yeah, I was joking. One of my best friends is a Sigma and an actor in Hollywood and he told me how Blair Underwood became a Sigma. If Morris Chestnut wanted to be a Sigma, he doesn't need to wait for the National Office to confer honorary status**.

Like I told rhapsody before, I don't think people expressed shock for the reasons she assumed they did. However, people certainly have their stereotypes, and when they find someone who does not "LOOK" or "ACT" like they should be a member of XYZ, they can make some ignorant comments, like..."you're pretty, you look more like an AKA than a Delta," or "she's thin to be a Zeta." I used to hear those comments made often, and I think...WHAT IN THE???

**I hope Rhapsody1922 was not referring to my Raj from What's Happenin' comment because it should be evident that I was joking. Please be specific rather than make blanket assertions so that the "right" question is addressed by the "right" person. No one "looks like" an ABC, but some people may have an "ABC" persona (IMHO)**

Hey Girlie!!!!!!
I agree...It is divided and the sad part about it...It will continue to be... :(

What division? Example please.

Chapter / Year of Initiation ....this would clear the confusion
 

I've noticed that when quoting our notable members, many people don't know what chapter a certain member came thru. Many don't even know if the member chose the org on their own or were they honoraries. I think this information would be interesting and clear the confusion.

is Quincy Jones an Alpha, Que, or Sigma?
 

I read a post that someone thought Quincy Jones was an Alpha. I also heard he was a Q-Dog. I myself saw a website that said he was a Sigma. Can anyone of you PROVE he is in your fraternity?

Quincy Jones is NOT a Sigma.

There is a need for explanation. If you are gonna call something out, support it. Some sensitive people see hate where there is a strong opinion that doesn't favor their point of view or org. Some people with inferiority complexes see hate in good natured humor or spirited rivalry. Instead of being an adult, they cyber-pout. Out of the thousands of posts and topics, less than 3% (being generous) really consist of anything that college educated, mature, wordly people should find insulting or take personally.

no comment:D

you can't use THAT! LMAO
 

heyyyyyyyyyyy! THAT'S my line!

:p ;)

LMAO. You can use it!



:)

Its cool PRETTY KITTY. I just don't like when people extrapolate one negative and apply it to the 99 positive as some sort of bellweather. There will always be a negative percentage but if that is what catches our eye to force our tongue into action, then we have never really valued the positive.