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Do you remember the name of the character Queen Latifah played on the show, or which former child star took on the role of Regine? And what was the name of that monthly magazine that Latifah's character was always working on so hard? If you know the answers to these questions, you might have what it takes to ace this "Living Single" quiz!
In the '90s, viewers went wild for a series about four single women living it up in New York City. But sorry Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda fans -- long before "Sex and the City," "Living Single" had nailed the four single girls in the city thing. In fact, "Living Single" premiered way back in 1993 -- four years before SATC ever hit the air, and while Khadijah, Maxine, Synclaire, and Regine weren't living it up in Manhattan lofts, they were sharing a Brooklyn brownstone just across the river.
For five seasons, viewers tuned in to watch the predominantly African-American cast deal with situations involving work, love, and family. Originally designed as a vehicle for comedian Queen Latifah, the show truly benefited from a diverse ensemble cast and was the first prime-time network series with four African-American female co-stars.
The series was also important because of its creator, Yvette Lee Bowser. After working on "A Different World," Bowser launched Sister Lee Productions and created "Living Single," making her the first African-American female to develop, write and produce a network TV show.ÂÂ
Think you know everything there is to know about this beloved sitcom? Prove it by acing this "Living Single" quiz!
In which year was the premiere of Living Single?
1988
1990
1993
Living Single premiered on Aug. 22, 1993. The show was created by Yvette Lee Browser.
2000
What was the theme song to Living Single?
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
We Are Living Single
We Are Living Single was written and performed by Queen Latifah. Remember when shows had real theme songs?
I Will Survive
I Just Haven't Met You Yet
For how many seasons did Living Single air?
1
2
5
Living Single aired from 1993 to 1998 for a total of 5 seasons. There were 118 episodes in all!
12
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Living single centered around the lives of ______ friends.
3
4
6
Living Single aired on Fox, and each episode was 22 minutes long. That's to allow for tons of commercials.
2
Where did the six friends live?
Miami
Brooklyn
They lived in a brownstone in Brooklyn, New York. That brownstone would probably run you $6K a month now.
San Francisco
Chicago
Main character Khadijah James was portrayed by this actress ...
Kim Fields
Jennifer Lopez
Kim Coles
Queen Latifah
Queen Latifah, also known as Dana Elaine Owens, was born on March 18, 1970. She is not only an actress, but a rapper, songwriter, singer, model, TV producer, record producer and talk show host!
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Actress Kim Coles plays the role of ________ James-Jones.
Janet
Jessica
Synclaire
Kim Coles was born on January 11, 1962 in Brooklyn, New York. She is a graduate of North Carolina Central University.
Judy
Khadijah is the editor and publisher of _________ magazine.
Living Single
Flavor
Flavor is an independent magazine devoted to the interests of the urban community. It has tons of real-life analogs.
Urban Living
Cosmopolitan
Actress Erika Alexander portrays character Maxine Felice Shaw, who goes by ______.
Shaw
Sweetie
MFS
Max
Erika Alexander was born on Nov. 19, 1969 in Winslow, Arizona. She attended the Philadelphia High School for Girls.
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What is Max's occupation?
Doctor
Veterinarian
Chef
Attorney
Max is a strong-willed attorney. Erika Alexander also appeared as Pam Tucker on The Cosby Show.
Which character is the receptionist at Flavor magazine and also an aspiring actress?
Synclaire
Kim Coles also appeared in In Living Color from 1990 - 1991. She was the host of BET's game show Pay It Off in 2009.
Regina
Tripp
Maxine
Which of the girls is considered Khadijah's best friend?
Synclaire
Laverne
Regina
Maxine
Synclaire is Khadijah's cousin, but Max is really her best friend. They spend much of their free time together.
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Regina Hunter is Khadijah and Synclaire's ____________.
Cousin
Sister
Hairdresser
Roommate
Regina is mainly known as Regine throughout the series. She is portrayed by actress Kim Fields.
Regine loves ________.
Pizza
Gossip
Kim Fields was born on May 12, 1969 in New York City. She is also known for her role as Tootie on The Facts of Life.
Children
Work
Kyle and ______ live next door to the girls.
Obie
Obie's full name is Overton Wakefield Jones. He is portrayed by actor John Henton.
Scooter
Michael
Rita
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What is the occupation of Kyle Barker?
Doctor
Attorney
Stockbroker
Kyle Barker is portrayed by actor T.C. Carson. Carson was born on Nov. 19, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois.
Musician
Who serves as the brownstone's handyman?
Tripp
Obie
Obie is portrayed by actor John Henton. He was born on Nov. 23, 1960 in Cleveland, Ohio. He is also known for his role on The Hughleys.
Russell
Michael
Which of the roommates was known for wearing different hair wigs throughout the show?
Synclaire
Regine
Kim Fields is a graduate of Pepperdine University. She is the daughter of actress and director Chip Fields.
Max
Khadijah
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In season 5, who moves in as Khadijah and Regine's new roommate?
Laverne
Tripp
Ira Lee "Tripp" Williams was portrayed by actress Mel Jackson. Jackson also appeared in Soul Food, The Temptations and Deliver Us from Eva.
Scooter
Max
Which couple got married on the show?
Max and Michael
Khadijah and Ivan
Max and Kyle
Synclaire and Obie
Synclaire and Overton got married at the end of season 4. Then in season 5, they moved in together, which opened up a space in Khadijah's apartment.
What is Tripp's occupation?
School teacher
Nurse
Aspiring songwriter
Mel Jackson was born in 1970 in Chicago, Illinois. He began his acting career in 1996.
Chef
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Who is the Jamaican-born music editor at Flavor Magazine?
Tibby
Russell
Russell Montego was portrayed by actor Shaun Baker. Baker was actually born in New York City!
Darryl
Lawrence
What is the name of the NYU student who works at Flavor and is in love with Khadijah?
Charles
Ivan
Ivan Ennis appeared in seasons 3 and 4. He is portrayed by actor Bumper Robinson.
Lawrence
Jeffrey
______ De Santos is a New York City DJ who sparks the interest of Tripp in season 5.
Kyle
Roni
Roni De Santos was portrayed by Idalis DeLeon. She is best known for being an MTV VJ from 1994 - 1998.
Phill
Will
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In seasons 3 and 4, Regine dates an artist named _______.
Deion
Charles
Sammy
Keith
Keith was portrayed by actor Khalil Kain. Kain was born on Nov. 22, 1968 in New York.
Kyle accepted a new job in _______ and wanted Max to go with him, but she declined.
London
While Kyle leaves the show and heads to London, Max struggles with her decision and starts to have second thoughts...
Miami
San Francisco
Beijing
After much reflection, Maxine decides that her purpose in life is to be a ________.
Physician
Mother
Unbeknownst to Maxine, she chooses Kyle's sperm specimen for the insemination process. Her decision was based on the qualities she wanted her child to have.
Housewife
Singer
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Who does Khadijah eventually find true love with by the end of the series?
Ivan
Scooter
Scooter was portrayed by actor Cress Williams. Williams was born on July 26, 1970 in Heidelberg, Germany!
Lawrence
Russell
Scooter's real name on the show was ...
Thomas
Terrence
Terence Williams was his full name. He and Khadijah were childhood friends.
Jack
James
Who is Leslie Taylor?
Kyle's boss
Khadijah's boss
The girls' hairdresser
Pastor at church
Rev. Leslie Taylor appeared in seasons 3 and 4. He is portrayed by actress Dorien Wilson.
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After joining a comedy improv group, Synclaire was discovered by Warner Bros and cast as a ______ in a new series.
Nurse
Lawyer
Nun
On the show, the Warner Bros. executive who cast her was named Tony Jonas. He was excited about her potential.
Drug Addict
Khadijah's mother _____ appeared in seasons 1-4.
Sherry
Carmen
Rita
Rita James was portrayed by actress Rita Owens. At least she didn't have to learn to answer to a different name.
Stacey
Which famous actor plays the role of Dr. Charles Roberts, Khadijah's boyfriend in season 4?
Grant Hill
Deion Sanders
Isaiah Washington
Isaiah Washington IV was born on Aug. 3, 1963. He is also known for his role as Preston Burke on Grey's Anatomy.
Wayne Federman
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Khadijah had many boyfriends on the show, including NBA star ________.
Kobe Bryant
Ray Allen
Grant Hill
Grant Hill played in the NBA from 1994 - 2013. He now serves as the vice chair of the Board for the Atlanta Hawks.
LeBron James
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