Ep. 09: Vanessa Williams – the Trailblazer, the Greatest Miss America and the Power of Change
August 22, 2020
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Ep. 09: Vanessa Williams – the Trailblazer, the Greatest Miss America and the Power of Change
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Tori takes pleasure in speaking with a timeless voice and warrior spirit. She is one of the most multi-faceted and accomplished performers in the entertainment industry today with 4 Emmy nominations, 11 Grammy nominations, a Tony nomination, 3 SAG Award nominations, and 7 NAACP Image Awards. She is also a strong advocate for equal rights in gay and minority communities. Reflecting on her own life, Tori shares a personal story of how change can lead to growth, and celebrates how icons, like her guest, consistently ride change to freedom, success, and great truths that leave their imprint on the world. They talk about staying true to yourself, trusting life, racial unrest and inequality… and so much more! Here’s to the trailblazer, Vanessa Williams.
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