The star of classic television series, including The Jeffersons and 227, reveals her difficult journey from a tempestuous childhood to becoming a confident Hollywood powerbroker and groundbreaker who paved the way for today’s superstar talents.
“With the same wit and wisdom that made her most famous character ‘Florence Johnston’ unforgettable, Marla Gibbs delivers an intimate memoir that reveals the woman behind the laughter. From working multiple jobs to breaking barriers on The Jeffersons and 227, Ms. Gibbs shares a life lived authentically by raising a family, uplifting her community, building an entrepreneurial legacy and discovering that love, faith and storytelling can transform everything. A must-read for anyone who believes it’s never too late to shine, Marla Gibbs’ life story is a masterclass in perseverance and grace.”
— Ava DuVernay, Emmy Award winning Director, Producer and Writer.
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