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    Redman (rapper)

    In 2001, Redman appeared on an episode of MTV Cribs and showcased his Staten Island home which, in contrast to the luxurious homes usually featured in the series, was described by XXL magazine as “small and grimey”. Speaking to Fresh Pair, Redman explained that MTV had already picked out a few houses for him to make his appearance in, but Redman did not want to appear fake, and insisted the episode be aired at his actual residence.

    The TV crew had to be reduced to two people because that was the only number of people that could fit in his house. The episode, which featured the crew having to pinch two wires together because the house lacked a doorbell, and a cameo by Redman’s cousin Mr. Cream (formerly known as Sugar Bear) sleeping on the floor in a comforter, has become “the most infamous, most cited” episode of the show according to MTV VP of programming Nina L. Diaz.

    According to a 2017 interview, Redman still lived in the property and was quoted as saying “It’s real small. Two bedrooms. […] I wouldn’t know what to do with a big house”.