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EXCLUSIVE: Taye Diggs Explains The Genius Behind Becoming A Social Media Phenomenon

The “All American” actor also gave BET.com a status update on the upcoming "The Best Man: Final Chapters” series.

Taye Diggs continues to trend on just about every social media platform for nothing more than being himself. His hilarious skits and comedic timing are on full display as he becomes more comfortable in that space, specifically in the TikTok universe.

BET.com recently chatted with the actor and author of five children’s books, who just partnered with Lucky Charms for National Read Across America Day on March 2, where he explains what made him join Tik Tok and how he gets rumored girlfriend Apryl Jones to join along in his hijinks. Plus, Diggs gives us an exclusive update on what we can expect as he begins filming “The Best Man: Final Chapters” for NBC’s Peacock.

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 “My son told me I should join TikTok and while we tried to learn how to sync my lips with the music and the different challenges,” said Diggs. “He’s my gauge so if we laugh together, I’ll post it. I decided to invite Apryl to join, who helped me gain more followers.”

Watch more of our exclusive BET Talks with Taye Diggs below:

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