🎬 Behind the Role: La La as “Kiki”
Back in 2018, La La Anthony stepped into the iconic role of “Kiki” for Drake’s viral hit video “In My Feelings”, directed by Karena Evans and filmed in New Orleans. She starred opposite Drake, with Phylicia Rashad playing her mother in one of the most playful and memorable moments of the clip .
Nearly seven years later, La La opened up about the experience in a recent interview with 360 With Speedy. She recalled being approached through her friendship with Drake and how thrilled she was to say, “Yes, I love Drake—this is cool” when offered the part .
🎉 “We Had a Blast”
Reflecting on the shoot, La La emphasized the camaraderie on set:
“We had so much fun shooting that in New Orleans and people still talk about that video.” She even estimated the video had tens of millions of views—approaching nearly 300 million by now .
Although she didn’t confirm a precise figure, as of December 2024, the official video had amassed over 293 million views on YouTube .
📊 Why This Cameo Still Resonates
| Element | Relevance Today |
|---|---|
| Personal connection | La La and Drake’s friendship rooted her role in authenticity |
| Memorable visuals | From Shiggy’s cameo to bounce energy with Big Freedia and City Girls, the video remains a cultural benchmark |
| Fan engagement | Even in 2025, fans continue to bring up her part—proof that her acting moment struck a chord |
🔄 What’s Changed Since 2018
- La La on her terms: She shared she was selective—she wasn’t just “another face in the crowd,” but wanted the cameo to mean something, to reflect real acting intent rather than background filler .
- Growth in viewership: From the original release in August 2018, when In My Feelings dominated streaming platforms and topped charts for 10 weeks, to now with nearly 300M views, the video has had long-lasting replay value .
- Legacy collaborations: As fans revisit Drake’s Scorpion era, La La’s presence in the video continues to be celebrated for adding narrative depth and star energy.
📝 Final Thoughts: Legacy of a Cameo
La La Anthony’s role as “Kiki” in the “In My Feelings” video wasn’t just a fun cameo—it was a meaningful, well-played part of a record-breaking hit. Even now, she speaks about it with pride. Her reflections highlight the warmth and creative chemistry behind one of the most replayed music videos of the past decade.
The interview makes one thing clear: La La didn’t just show up—she made the moment hers. And years later, audiences still remember exactly who Kiki is.
