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When @ashnb1, @ajanaomi_king and I were in middle school we were in the kind of drill team that also did jazz, ballet, flags and something called “novelty” (picture arts-and-craft costumes and a lot of earnestness). We sang in every talent show despite one of us not being able to carry a tune (🙋🏾‍♀️) and wrote about boys we liked in a book we passed back and forth in science lab. We had very big dreams that we took very seriously. When I finished writing THE WILDERNESS, a book about friendship and Black womanhood, I dreamed that my very busy and impressive junior high school friends would read my audiobook, and they said yes. I am so proud of them, not just because they have won and been nominated for Emmys and have been part of so many successful projects, but because they are still essentially the girls they were in junior high school. Curious, creative, generous, and willing to try a thing out. Our audiobook is available for pre-order now at the link in my bio. I even stepped out of my comfort zone and read a tiny bit. Good friends will push you like that.

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All New Episode Tonight!!! We’re getting our hands dirty in the garden club…don’t miss out 😉Sunday at 10/9c on @nbc @peacock #GrossePointeGardenSociety 🥀

Welcome to the garden club 🥀#GrossePointeGardenSociety premieres Sunday, 2/23 at 10/9c on @NBC and streaming on @Peacock.

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Looking back at my photos from 2024, I’m completely overcome with gratitude and joy for what an extraordinary year it’s been. There are far too many photos to share and too much joy to put into words. From unexpected surprises to unforgettable highlights (including an Emmy nomination—still can’t believe it!), this year has been such a gift. Thank you for being part of this amazing journey with me!A little addition- Just wanted to add these comments are giving me life. Feel so loved on…thank you ❤️❤️❤️

How to get away with the perfect reunion. ❤️ Watch @ajanaomi_king’s full episode of #StreetYouGrewUpOn, only on @YouTube!

Looking good????????feeling good. @ajanaomi_king reveals the biggest beauty lesson she’s learned from her mom. #StreetYouGrewUpOn

How you love yourself Is how you teach others to love you- Rupi KaurCelebrating self love and service to others with @lorealparis and our exceptional Women of Worth Honorees #WorthIt ????: @rionoir

If you haven’t had the chance to see this incredible play starring @seekellymccreary , now’s the perfect time! Treat yourself to a powerful and moving theatrical experience. ❤️@domorisseau @signatureinnyc Repost from @seekellymccreary•Here we go… first preview under our belts! Dominique Morisseau’s BAD KREYÓL is up and running! It is such a joy to tell this story with these phenomenal artists. I am so happy and so humbled to be sharing the stage with every last person involved with this show. The work of finding these characters and the best way to tell their stories has been invigorating, challenging, confronting, hilarious, tear-jerking, and ultimately, an absolute blast. Come see us @signatureinnyc through December 1!

Gossip with Garland ????????????It’s Five Questions with Val time ????????????This week we have the absolutely Beautiful inside and out @ajanaomi_king ????????????Thank you so much Darling for sharing your energy and light with me ❤️ Special mention to @craighamiltonartistry who doesn’t stop work for anything ???? Ding Dong Darling ????#makeupartistsworldwide #glowup #fridayvibes #5questions #instafun #interviewwithadifference#hairbyadir #valgarland #makeupartist #chattime #gossipwithgarland

After a truly wild time celebrating the Emmys and Paris Fashion Week, I am so happy my family and I had a chance to relax @beachesresorts ❤️Thank you to the team there for making us feel so special ????#BeachesResorts#BeachesTurksandCaicos#YourCaribbeanPlayground