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Best-Selling Author of Best Sellers such as "Waiting to Exhale" and "How Stella Got Her Groove Back"
One of today's most important novelists, Terry McMillan has always written from an honest place, creating fresh, lively, and often poignant works that are enthralling and inspirational tonic for many…
Legendary Newsman, NBC News and New York Times Best-Selling Author
Tom Brokaw has spent his entire distinguished journalism career with NBC News beginning in 1966 in the Los Angeles bureau where he covered Ronald Reagan’s first run for public office,…
Award-Winning Journalist. Former Anchor of MSNBC's 'NewsNation
Tamron Hall former anchor of NewsNation, which aired weekdays from 2-3 p.m. ET on MSNBC. NewsNation, which was launched in 2010, features high profile interviews and in-depth coverage of U.S.,…
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet Acclaimed Memoirist
Tracy K. Smith is the author of the critically acclaimed memoir Ordinary Light (Knopf, 2015), a finalist for the 2015 National Book Award in Nonfiction and selected as a Notable…
A New York Times Bestselling Author 'The Red Bandanna' & ESPN/ABC Correspondent
Tom Rinaldi is one of the most respected sports journalists in America. An ESPN correspondent since 2002, Rinaldi has 12 national Sports Emmy Awards and more than 40 Emmy nominations…
"The Daily Show" Host and Best-Selling Author
Trevor Noah made his debut as host of the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning The Daily Show on Comedy Centra.
Public Relations Expert & Activist
Terrie M. Williams, one of Ebony magazine’s “Power 150” for Activism and Woman’s Day magazine “50 Women On A Mission To Change The World,” is an advocate for change and…
Media Mogul and Philanthropist
Throughout his career, Ted Turner has won recognition for his entrepreneurial acumen; sharp business skills; a vision that transformed television; leadership qualities that won sports championships; and his unprecedented philanthropy.…
Former NFL Quarterback, Heisman Trophy Winner & Author. Currently Professional Baseball Outfielder in the New York Mets Organization
Tim Tebow is a two-time national champion, first round NFL draft pick, and Heisman trophy winner. Tim Tebow is currently signed to play professional baseball with the New York Mets…
Director, Playwright, Screenwriter, Producer Actor, Author and Entrepreneur
Tyler Perry's inspirational journey from the hard streets of New Orleans to the heights of Hollywood's A-list is the stuff of American legend. Born into poverty and raised in a…
Television Host and Artist. He is most notable for having been the host of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition which aired on ABC
The instantly recognizable sound of Ty Pennington’s “Good Morning!” has become an unmistakable sign of hope for families and communities, as he has helped transform the lives of thousands, while…
Comedian, Former SNL Cast Member and Actor on NBC's "30 Rock"
Starring for seven seasons on NBC’s Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning 30 Rock, Tracy Morgan appeared opposite Tina Fey and Alec Baldwin as ‘Tracy Jordan,’ the unpredictable star of Lemon’s…
Award-Winning Actress, Comedian, Writer, Producer; Known for "30 Rock," "Mean Girls," "SNL"
Tina Fey is an Award-Winning Television and Film Actress. She completed a seven-season run as the executive producer, head writer, and star of three-time Emmy Award-winning comedy series 30 Rock.…
Actor, Author, and Producer
There are a few celebrities who take up an environmental cause and actually move beyond a superficial commitment. Ted Danson is one of those celebrities. He is the co-founding member…
R&B Singer and Actor; Fast and Furious Franchise
R&B singer Tyrese began his career at the age of 14, performing in local talent shows around his home in Los Angeles' Watts section; his big break came when he…