Sherri Shepherd Recalls Intense Moment with Nia Long: 'She Spun Me Around!'

Sherri Shepherd has disclosed the identity of the celebrity who confronted her at the Broadway premiere of "Othello" earlier this year. During her June 9 appearance on “The Breakfast Club,” Shepherd provided insight into the unexpected interaction that had captured public interest in March. She confirmed that it was actress Nia Long who abruptly "grabbed and spun" her at the event. The premiere, featuring stars like Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, attracted a slew of A-listers, but things took an unexpected turn backstage. Shepherd recounted the moment when Long confronted her, claiming she had been "shading" her. Surprised, Shepherd tried to maintain her composure, expressing confusion at Long's accusation of wrongdoing. Despite the intensity of the encounter, Shepherd emphasized she holds no ill will towards Long, insisting her remarks had been supportive. Social media reactions varied, with fans divided over the incident, revealing layers of complexity regarding their interactions and perceptions.