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Comedian Roy Wood Jr. Shocks Michael Strahan with Candid Confessions
29 Oct
Summary
- Roy Wood Jr. opens up about formative experiences, including coworkers on cocaine
- Strahan surprised by Wood's revelations during GMA interview
- Wood's book tour includes similar reflections on unconventional mentors
On October 29, 2025, comedian Roy Wood Jr. appeared on Good Morning America to promote his new book, Man of Many Fathers. During the interview with host Michael Strahan, Wood opened up about the various people who have influenced his life and career, including some surprising revelations.
Wood spoke about the "blessing" of being able to tour the country and tell jokes, and how he wants readers to understand that we are all shaped by the people who have touched our lives. Strahan then reached over to shake Wood's hand, referencing the former colleagues that had molded his own perspective earlier in life.
However, Wood then made a quip that left Strahan visibly shocked. "Some of mine was on cocaine, it wasn't just alcohol," Wood said, looking away from the camera. Strahan smiled and searched for a reaction, eventually laughing and exclaiming, "This is Good Morning America!"
