Geoffrey Owens Donates Minaj's $25K to Charity

Geoffrey Owens, best known for his role on 'The Cosby Show', recently reflected on the viral moment in 2018 when he was photographed working at Trader Joe's, which led to significant public support, including a $25,000 donation from Nicki Minaj. Despite the financial assistance, Owens chose to donate the entire amount to charity, citing discomfort with accepting what he termed a 'handout'. He continues to struggle financially, revealing in a recent interview that many people misunderstand the realities of an acting career and assume he is well-off. While he has experienced a resurgence in acting opportunities since going viral, he still faces daily financial challenges. Owens expressed some regret about not keeping Minaj's donation for himself but felt that donating was the right decision at the time. His story has sparked discussions about the dignity of work and the unpredictability of success in Hollywood.