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Actress Amanda Seales confronts Caitlyn Jenner on white privilege

the evening was live streamed for Katy Perry’s album release

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8 years ago

June 13, 2017

Mariah Cooper

(Screenshot via Twitter.)

“Insecure” actress Amanda Seales broke down white privilege to Caitlyn Jenner during a dinner party at Katy Perry’s house on Sunday.

The dinner was live streamed on Perry’s YouTube channel as part of her weekend long, “Big Brother”- style streaming show in promotion of her new album, “Witness.”

In a clip posted on Twitter, the 35-year-old explains to Jenner how white privilege prevents the reality star from viewing the country in the same way as Seales.

“It’s an insult to me that you’re not listening to what I’m saying,” Seales told Jenner. “If this is a conversation about having conversations, then we have to be listening to each other.The reason I am so passionate ― and I’m not hostile, I’m passionate ― is because I’ve had such a different experience in this country than you.”

Seales continued to break down how historically the U.S. government has affected the lives of black women.

“As a black woman, the government is so much in my life, and it always has been,” Seales says. “The government literally said that black men could not even be in the house or else women couldn’t get welfare. That’s a big reason why there’s such a chasm between black women and black men in this generation.”

Jenner appeared confused by the discourse responding, “I just said I believe in this country.”

“You can say that in a way that I cannot,” Seales says. “Because you had a different experience. Because this country is here for you. This country ain’t here for me in the same way, sis. It isn’t.”

“You, as a trans person, have to also identify that this country hasn’t been here for trans until, maybe two o’clock today,” Seales added.

Other dinner guests included comedian Margaret Cho and commentators Van Jones and Ana Navarro.

Watch the exchange below.

Watch Amanda Seales GATHER Caitlyn Jenner about growing up black in America pic.twitter.com/JMmrGSRbHX

— Russell WestSHOOK (@AuraOFPNKSLM) June 12, 2017

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The Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier will be extended to a two-day celebration in honor of WorldPride coming to D.C. this year. Taking place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at The Wharf, this year’s event promises more entertainment, more community, and more pride than ever before — all set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of our nation’s capital.

With the addition of Friday, the party kicks off at 3 p.m., with the inaugural WorldPride Boat Parade at 7 p.m. As an Official WorldPride Partner event, the boat parade will feature 30 decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. For information on signing up for the boat parade contact Stephen Rutgers at [email protected].

Saturday’s signature Pier Party kicks off at 12 p.m., featuring a drag show, DJ’s, streaming of the WorldPride Parade, and the iconic Fireworks Show Presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation — one of D.C. Pride’s most anticipated spectacles.

“We’re expanding Washington Blade Pride on the Pier to reflect the excitement and momentum building for WorldPride in D.C.,” said Blade publisher Lynne Brown. “It’s a celebration of our community’s progress and a powerful reminder of the joy and visibility Pride brings to the heart of our city.”

Now in its seventh year, Washington Blade Pride on the Pier extends the city’s annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to the bustling Wharf waterfront with an exciting array of activities and entertainment for all ages. The District Pier will offer DJs, dancing, drag, and other entertainment. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.

Pride on the Pier is free and open to the public, with VIP tickets available for exclusive pier access, hosted bars, and private viewing areas for the boat parade and the fireworks show. To purchase VIP tickets visit www.prideonthepierdc.com/vip.

Friday VIP: 5-9 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, cash bar and complimentary drink.

Saturday VIP Session #1: 2-5 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered food, and an open bar.

Saturday VIP Session #2: 6-9 p.m., enjoy the air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered snacks and dinner, and open bar with a front-row view of the fireworks.

Event Details:

📍 Location: District Pier at The Wharf (101 District Sq., S.W., Washington, D.C.)
📅 Dates: Friday, June 6 & Saturday, June 7, 2025
🛥️Boat Parade: 7 p.m. (June 6). 🎆 Fireworks Show: 9 p.m. (June 7)
🎟️ VIP Tickets: www.PrideOnThePierDC.com/VIP

Event sponsors include Absolut, Capital Pride, DC Fray, Infinate Legacy, Heineken, Leonard-Litz Foundation, Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs, Relish Catering, Washingtonian, and The Wharf. More information regarding activities will be released at www.PrideOnThePierDC.com