When Jackée Met Eartha: A Slap Heard Around Twitter
In a revelation that caught the attention of social media, actress Jackée Harry shared a startling and humorous anecdote about a tense encounter with the legendary Eartha Kitt. In a candid tweet, Harry disclosed that Kitt had once slapped her after believing that she was involved with Kitt’s boyfriend. Jackee Harry admitted she was indeed with Eartha Kitt’s boyfriend at the time, albeit unknowingly as she was unaware of his relationship status.
The Tweet That Stirred Twitter
“Eartha Kitt slapped the f%#! outta me! She thought I was sleeping with her boyfriend… which I was, but I didn’t know he was taken,” Harry tweeted. This tweet, part of a thread discussing surreal celebrity encounters, quickly went viral, sparking a flurry of reactions ranging from shock to amusement among fans and followers.
The Backstory
The story unfolds from a simple online prompt asking people to share their most surreal celebrity encounters. Jackée Harry, known for her roles in “227” and “Sister, Sister,” took this opportunity to share her memorable interaction with Eartha Kitt, a woman renowned not just for her sultry voice and captivating performances but also for her fiery personality.
This tweet not only provides a glimpse into the unpredictable and often intertwined lives of celebrities but also highlights the human aspects of their experiences—misunderstandings, mistakes, and the occasional humorous fallout.
The Reaction
The internet’s response was swift and spirited, with many expressing their delight at Harry’s willingness to share such a candid moment.
Jackée Harry has had a vibrant dating history, notable for a few relationships and rumors. Most famously, she was married to celebrity hairstylist Elgin Charles from 1996 to 2003. In recent years, she has openly discussed still searching for love, often humorously noting that she’s looking “in all the wrong places” and expressing a preference for dating younger men (Peoplemag).
Additionally, a surprising connection emerged when a clip from the talk show “The Real” resurfaced, revealing that Jackée once dated Ray J. This revelation was unexpected for many fans, given Ray J’s well-documented romantic history with other high-profile figures. Jackée described their time together positively, noting that they shared great chemistry while working on a movie.
Eartha Kitt on threesome with Paul Newman and James Dean
“I had both of them that afternoon, and I came to the conclusion that white boys are so delicious. That time back in my dance studio ranks as one of the most celestial experiences of my life. Those two beauties transported me to heaven. I never knew that lovemaking could be so beautiful.