You know that game couples play where they come to an agreement on what famous person the other is allowed to cheat on them with? I have long since given free reign to my boyfriend that, if by any chance (no matter how much of a long-shot it is), Jessica Williams were to approach him, he has my full permission to be with her. I’d almost be mad at him if he didn’t. That woman is just so smart, and funny, and super talented, and completely drop dead gorgeous. She’s my idol, and really, she should be ever young Black girl’s idol. Here are 11 reasons why Jessica Williams is every Black girl’s, every girl’s, ultimate goals.
1. She was the youngest correspondent on “The Daily Show” ever.
At just 21 years-old, Jessica Williams became the youngest "The Daily Show" correspondent ever. She was young, black, and unapologetic, coming onto a well-established and career making show. And damn did she prove her worth!
2. She is a co-host of the chart-topping podcast “2 Dope Queens”
Jessica started a podcast with her BFF Phoebe Robinson and with only three episodes currently under its wing, the show is already #1 on the podcast downloads chart.
3. Add actress to her already busy schedule
What can this girl not do?
4. She says things like this:
She is easily one of the funniest correspondents on the show and I can never wait until one of her segments.
5. She supports the swirl
Alright, I want to be clear about this reason. She is not a goal because she got a white boy. Calm down. What I'm saying is: I've heard a lot of people express disappointment when a predominate woman of color in media is dating a white man, as if she's let down her race, so I'm all here for actual progression and loving who you love.
6. She keeps it real
Enough said.
7. Her hilarious stand up
Tag-teaming once again with her BFF, Jessica and Phoebe took the stage together to talk about everything - from racial incidents to "Harry Potter," to trying anal for the first time.
8. Her hair versatility is perfection
Slay queen, slay.
9. She’s a tall glass of chocolate milk
So on top of being completely gorgeous, this woman is 6 feet tall. What I love about this is that usually when a comedian has a distinguishing feature - whether they are tall, overweight, or their hair is just thinning - that feature becomes their main joke in an uncomfortable, self-deprecating way. But Jessica doesn't use her height as a punchline. She just owns herself and I'm here for it girl.10. She’s a proud Feminist
In this meme, she is putting a satirical spin on cat calling, and every woman-based segment of hers on "The Daily Show" is a must see!