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Keke Palmer has revealed a disturbing incident from her time on Scream Queens, alleging that a co-star made a racist comment directed at her. In her forthcoming memoir, Master of Me: The Secret to Controlling Your Narrative, Palmer describes a tense moment when a co-star, whom she refers to by the pseudonym “Brenda,” lashed out at her.
According to Palmer, the incident unfolded after “Brenda” grew frustrated during a clash with another colleague. Attempting to diffuse the tension, Palmer suggested that everyone “have fun and respect each other,” only to be met with an unexpected response.
In a shocking comeback, “Brenda” allegedly retorted, “Keke, literally, just don’t. Who do you think you are? Martin F–king Luther King?” Palmer, 31, shared her story in a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times, making it clear that she wasn’t allowing this hurtful comment to define her.
“It was such a weighted thing that she said, but I didn’t allow that weight to be projected on me, because I know who I am,” Palmer stated.
Palmer Stands Strong Against the Remark
Reflecting on the incident, Palmer emphasised her refusal to play the victim. “I’m not a victim. That’s not my storyline, sweetie. I don’t care what her ass said,” she said. In choosing not to reveal the identity of her co-star, Palmer explained that her intent was to “take the power out of [Brenda’s] words,” rather than letting them affect her own sense of self-worth.
Though Palmer didn’t name her co-star, she starred alongside actresses Emma Roberts, Lea Michele, Abigail Breslin, and Billie Lourd on Scream Queens, a Ryan Murphy series that aired from 2015 to 2016.
The actor’s refusal to dwell on the insult underscores her determination to maintain control of her narrative. By publicly addressing the experience, Palmer demonstrates her commitment to empowering herself and others through her story.
Fan Speculation Surrounds “Brenda’s” Identity
Following Palmer’s interview, fans quickly took to social media to speculate on who “Brenda” might be. Some followers believe the alleged co-star could be Lea Michele, referencing Palmer’s Instagram activity, which shows she follows Roberts, Breslin, and Lourd but not Michele.
One user claimed, “It was Lea Michele,” accompanied by screenshots suggesting Palmer’s selective social media connections. Michele, who starred in Glee prior to Scream Queens, faced accusations in 2020 of creating a toxic environment on set, sparking renewed interest among fans regarding Palmer’s account.
In her memoir, Palmer is expected to share further insights into the highs and lows of her career. For her part, she remains firm in her approach to addressing the situation, embodying resilience and self-assurance. As fans wait to see if Palmer will share more details in her memoir, her choice to confront such an incident highlights the importance of taking control of one’s own narrative.
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