Leslie Jones has never been one to bite her tongue. And during her recent comedic interview with Ziwe, the “Saturday Night Live” star stayed true to her unapologetic nature when asked about the rise of the “tradwife” trend.
“I’m not submissive,” she said, shutting down the idea of her being a traditional, stay-at-home wife. “Absolutely not. Because that’s not who the f–k I am. And my daddy didn’t raise me like that. My dad used to literally say that to me. ‘I didn’t raise you to be somebody’s wife.’”
While social media has seen a rise in content creators, like Nara Smith, who are leaning into the traditional homemaker role, Jones isn’t too fascinated by the idea of fulfilling the societal norm of marriage.
“Most of the people that I know that’s gotten married are divorced now,” she said. “I think marriage is legalized slavery.”
Ziwe, who is known for her satirical comedic style, was visibly stunned by Jones’ statement, saying that when she thinks of marriage, versus when she thinks of slavery, she sees two very different images.
“I don’t know how you don’t, especially if a man is expecting you to be a trad wife. He might as well pull out a whip and a chain,” Jones continued.
When asked if she would recommend that young girls get married, the comedian confidently said no, while grinning at the camera.
“I wouldn’t get married, and I don’t think it’s beneficial for a woman at all.”
