I’ve spent about that amount of time trying to tell the public that there was purpose in… my business, my career and the roller coaster ride… how the people I associated with worked together.
Meaning of the quote
Diahann Carroll, an American actress, spent a lot of time trying to explain to the public that her career and business had a purpose, even though it felt like a wild ride at times. She wanted to share how the people she worked with came together to make it all happen.
About Diahann Carroll
Diahann Carroll was an acclaimed American actress, singer, model, and activist. She was the first African-American woman to star in a non-stereotypical role on American television with her hit show ‘Julia’ and went on to have a long and successful career in film, television, and on the Broadway stage, receiving numerous awards and nominations.
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