Brandy Reveals Reasons For Almost Ditching ‘Moesha’ Audition

Brandy Norwood starred in several sitcoms when she was young.

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She later quit acting to return to her music career.

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The 42-year-old wasn’t too interested in auditioning for “Moesha.”

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The co-creator saw her potential and hired an expert to coach her acting.

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Brandy planned on bringing the show back so fans could get a final ending.

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She went on a prom date with Kobe Bryant but as just friends.

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The single mother had a child outside marriage and covered it with a fake story.

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The fake story eventually messed up her relationship with Quentin Richardson.

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She and Monica took to “Verzuz” to hash out their differences.

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