Keke Palmer has once again captured the internet’s attention with her stunning reenactment of Whitney Houston’s iconic music video for “It’s Not Right But It’s Okay.” This weekend, the talented actress and singer took to Instagram to share a carousel of photos that showcased her in a strikingly similar outfit to the one worn by Houston in the 1999 music video. The resemblance was so uncanny that fans couldn’t help but express their admiration and excitement.
Recreating a classic
Palmer’s Instagram post featured a series of photos from recent photo shoots, but it was one particular look that stood out. The outfit she donned echoed the style of Whitney Houston, prompting her to follow up with a short video clip where she lip-synched to Houston’s vocals. The background of the video was also reminiscent of the original music video, further enhancing the homage.
In the clip, Palmer’s energy and charisma shone through as she paid tribute to one of music’s greatest legends. Fans were quick to react, flooding social media with comments praising her performance and style.
Social media reactions
The response to Palmer’s reenactment was overwhelmingly positive. Social media users took to The Shade Room’s comment section to share their thoughts:
- @threadstrekker: “Keke is exactly who she thinks she is! 🤌🏾🙌🏾”
- @elgincharles: “Nippy would have adored KeKe. 🤍🕊️🖤”
- @babiejag: “Every Whitney video was all face card every time!”
- @natasha_nubian: “That Whitney song is timeless🔥and if there’s one thing Keke gon do, is to look good 😍”
- @speakmyaccent: “Lmao Keke gone give us a ‘Ki’ every time😂😂😂 that woman is a STAR!!”
- @rhemagirl: “I just know Whitney would’ve loved some Keke chile 🤭”
- @tasteoftakeisha: “Keke imma need you to learn the words first baby 😂 but this is cute”
- @chalk2menicely_asmr: “I’m tired of her she so animated 🙄”
- @mekmakemoves: “Come onnnnnn Keke !!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥”
- @iknowwhereiwanttoeat: “She is one hell of an actress I tell ya that 😂”
- @tkcanada: “Somebody said ‘it’s not right, but the gag is, it’s ok’ 😂😂😂😂”
These comments reflect the joy and nostalgia that Palmer’s reenactment brought to fans, showcasing her ability to connect with both Whitney Houston’s legacy and her audience.
Keke Palmer’s recent highlights
Before this viral moment, Keke Palmer made headlines with her engaging podcast, ‘Baby, This is Keke Palmer,’ where she posed a bold question to boxing champion Claressa Shields about her potential match with Remy Ma. The question stirred up some controversy, with some calling Palmer “messy” for bringing it up, but it also highlighted her fearless approach to celebrity culture.
Palmer’s knack for blending humor with serious topics keeps her fans engaged and entertained. Her ability to navigate different platforms — from acting to music to podcasting — demonstrates her versatility and relevance in today’s entertainment landscape.
