Comedian Ali Siddiq Tells His Life Story
Comedian Ali Siddiq discussed his tumultuous upbringing in Houston, Texas, and his involvement in the narcotics trade. Born in 1973, he lived in various apartments and eventually moved in with his father, who dealt illegal substances. At 10, he began handling transactions and detailed his own dealing. Ali was arrested at 19 and faced 15 years. He later pleaded out to 15 years, serving six. Ali Siddiq discussed his experiences in prison, including the lack of privacy and the constant noise. He shared stories of violence, such as being stabbed and protecting a White inmate from an assault…
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