The Skorpion Show
The Skorpion Show is a web show created by video blogger Kevin Simmons. New episodes of The Skorpion Show are posted on YouTube weekly.
Background
The Skorpion Show is a YouTube talk show hosted by Kevin Simmons & co-host Makael McLendon. The show covers a wide range of topics, including celebrity news, reviews, advice, current events, social issues, and more. The show is also known for featuring InterViews with celebrities as well as rising stars. The show is filmed weekly in Simmon's North Philadelphia home.
The show's early beginnings started with Simmons making solo videos on YouTube. McLendon joined him as a special guest in an episode that focused on debating the talents of Beyoncé and Janet Jackson. After the episode, the on-camera chemistry between the two was evident, and McLendon was made the official co-host of The Skorpion Show.
The Skorpion Show Store
After numerous requests from fans, in 2012 The Skorpion Show store was opened online. A month later, The Skorpion Show store UK was opened.
Awards
2011
Blatino Awards
- Best YouTube Channel, "Won"
2012
Blatino Awards
- Best YouTube Channel, "Nominated"
That Grape Juice: End of Year Awards
- Best Youtube Series, WON
Celebrity attention
The show has garnerd notable attention from an assortment of celebrities, including Janet Jackson, Jermaine Dupri, Brandy, Toni Braxton, Beyoncé, Jackée Harry, Kelly Rowland, Lady GaGa, Tamar Braxton, Tia Mowry, Michelle Williams, Iyanla Vanzant, and Jordin Sparks. The hosts have had the opportunity to interview such celebrities as Jazmine Sullivan, Dondria, Lil' Mo, Rodney Chester, Mindless Behavior, Lady Gaga, Brandy, The Braxtons, Vivian Green, Jenifer Lewis, Luke James and reality TV star Etienne Maurice.
List of Episodes
- See List of The Skorpion Show episodes