Eddie Griffin Goes for Broke on VH1 Tomorrow

Eddie Griffin in another in a long line of celebrities on the edge of oblivion looking to revive their popularity on VH1. The thing about his show, is that we will get to see him struggle to pull himself out of financial ruin, and get his personal and financial affairs in order, with the help of his mother.

From VH1:

From his sitcom “Malcolm and Eddie,” to movies like “Undercover Brother” to his sold-out standup tours, comedian Eddie Griffin is a major player in the comedy game. He’s also one of the hardest working men in the entertainment industry. And he better be because he’s supporting eight children, two ex-wives, four “baby-mamas” and an entourage of family and friends. It’s a large extended family that makes this comedian’s life complete. The problem: they’re also bleeding him dry. And now Eddie Griffin is in danger of going broke. 

Editor’s note: His family is not bleeding him dry. When someone decides to make eight babies, they have chosen to bleed themselves dry. Let’s put the blame where it belongs.

Premiering Monday, January 26 at 10 PM ET/PT, “Eddie Griffin: Going for Broke” is a 30-minute docu-series that will give viewers an intimate look into Eddie’s struggle to support himself and a rather large and complicated extended family. In fact, his generosity and sense of responsibility are what put him in a financial nose dive. Simply put, Eddie’s earnings can’t keep pace with his elaborate lifestyle.

But there is one person who might be able to help him figure it all out. Enter Doris, Eddie’s mom, the one person who can give him a big dose of tough love. Will mom tolerate the blow-out parties and fast Hollywood life that Eddie loves so much? Can she open his eyes to the fact that his life is out of control? That’s up to Eddie. 

 

Sounds like Eddie is VH1’s new Flavor Flav.