Disney’s First African-American Princess
November 22, 2009 by Tracy Hopkins
Filed under Entertainment
Every American girl grew up watching Disney fairy tales. Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella became our images of what a princess looks like. In 1992, Disney moved in a more racially inclusive direction with Arabian Princess Jasmine from “Aladdin.” And finally, with “The Princess and the Frog,” Disney has introduced its first African-American princess.
Princess Tiana is voiced by adorable actress Anika Noni Rose. I’m so proud of the “Dreamgirls” and Broadway star and can’t wait to see her animated portrayal of the New Orleans princess. The cast is rounded out by Tiana’s matriarchs, voiced by Oprah Winfrey and Jennifer …read more
Jennifer Hudson’s Baby News!
June 3, 2009 by Tracy Hopkins
Filed under Entertainment, Women's Health
After months of speculation, it’s been confirmed that Jennifer Hudson is pregnant. Over the weekend, the singer/actress had a low-key baby shower with family and friends in her Chicago hometown. This is Hudson’s first child with her fiance, reality TV alum David Otunga, who oddly enough is pursuing a professional wrestling career.
Congratulations Jennifer! Hot Mama Daily wishes this Dream Girl, who endured the senseless murders of her mother, brother and nephew last year, all the happiness in the world.
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