The Mother of Black Hollywood
A Memoir
Jenifer Lewis
This award-winning memoir tells the inspiring story of a talented and versatile entertainer, from her humble beginnings to her rise to Hollywood stardom. With candor and humor, the author describes her journey from poverty to her first Broadway role and beyond, with unforgettable performances in film, TV, and cabaret. Along the way, she battled undiagnosed mental illness and sex addiction, making this a harrowing yet uplifting read. Illustrated with stunning photos, this memoir offers a universal message about the power of self-love.
Publish Date
2017-11-14T00:00:00.000Z
2017-11-14T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.35
ISBN
9780062410412
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Recommendations
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2017-11-29T04:30:15.000Z
Took me just five days to knock out @JeniferLewis’s memoir, “The Mother of Black Hollywood.” A fierce, honest, provocative, FUNNY AS HELL, book! I AM NOT a fan of audio book, but I’m tempted to get this just to hear her tell these stories in her voice! #rolandsbookclub – source