Geoffrey Owens discusses ongoing financial struggles after leaving Trader Joe's job

Geoffrey Owens, known for his role on "The Cosby Show," discussed his ongoing financial struggles during an interview on V-103 Atlanta. He revealed he left his job at Trader Joe's before photos of him bagging groceries went viral in 2018. Owens explained that he quit due to discomfort with public scrutiny. He received support from figures like Tyler Perry and Nicki Minaj, but he still faces financial challenges, stating, "I struggle every day to make my ends meet." He clarified that residuals from "The Cosby Show" are not substantial, as he only appeared in about 20% of the episodes. Owens emphasized that many people misunderstand the financial realities for actors in the industry.