April Watts
Whoopi Goldberg: The Winning Act
Whoopi Goldberg is an award-winning comedian, actress and human rights advocate, also known for her work in television and recordings. She is one of the few entertainers who have achieved EGOT status, holding an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony. In the early 1990s, Whoopi Goldberg became the queen of entertainment and a stand up and big screen legend. Her work ranged from dramatic leading roles to controversial comedic performances. She has achieved amazing success in every area of the entertainment world, and has appeared in more than 150 film and television productions. As an African-American woman in the Hollywood film industry, her work is groundbreaking. However, she has had to learn to bounce back from difficult situations, failures and defeats, all on her own. From the streets of New York to the stage of Broadway and the Hollywood Walk of Fame, this is Whoopi Goldberg’s journey.
Hillary Clinton: Fighting for Us
Although perhaps perceived as a polarising figure in American society, it cannot be disputed that since 1992 Hillary Rodham Clinton has wielded a certain level of political power - from First Lady to Senator to Secretary of State to Democratic Presidential Candidate. Hillary has been committed to the true feminism of equality and human rights from her days as a school girl in Chicago to becoming an international speaker on the world stage.
The Dolly Parton Story: From Rags to Rhinestones
Dolly Parton is one of the most iconic singer-songwriters of all time - having won numerous prestigious awards for her emotional writing that strikes at the very heart of what it is to be human. From the bright lights of recording contracts in Nashville to topping the music charts, from acting in movies to appearances across the world in sold-out arena tours - Dolly has certainly come a long way and it hasn’t always been an easy ride. From her humble beginnings - one of 12 children living in a shack in Tennessee - Dolly has not only conquered the Country music scene, but made her mark on the entertainment industry.
Whitney Houston: As I Am
Whitney Houston possessed a mezzo-soprano vocal range, and was commonly referred to as ‘The Voice’ in reference to her exceptional vocal talent. A voice that only comes around once in a lifetime. Her voice opened doors all over the world for every female artist who came after her. Whitney gave up so much for one man, and because of this, gave up so much of herself and her extraordinary talent. Her untimely death sent shockwaves around the world.