Keegan-Michael Key interview

Keegan-Michael Key reflected on his once-close collaboration with Jordan Peele during their time on Key & Peele, expressing sadness over their reduced contact since the show's conclusion in 2015. Key described their partnership as 'alchemy', emphasizing the creative chemistry they shared during their early years on MADtv and in their own series, which won two Emmys. Despite occasional collaborations on projects like Keanu and Toy Story 4, both comedians have pursued different genres, with Peele exploring horror and Key focusing on dramatic roles. Their geographic distance, with Key based in New York and Peele in Los Angeles, also contributes to their infrequent meetings. Key noted, 'Your lives start to evolve and move in different directions,' highlighting how their personal and professional paths have diverged. He reminisced about their creative evolution, stating that their growth as artists was integral to their journey together.