To conclude this week's open thread theme, I will highlight the accomplishments April Weeden. Taking the stunt world by storm, April Weeden has built a resume of unparalleled accomplishments. As one of Hollywood's leading stunt women, she has doubled for numerous high-profile celebrities including Halle Berry, Jennifer Lopez and Vanessa L. Williams, Taraji P. Henson, Regina … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: African-American Stuntmen and Stuntwomen
African-American Stuntwomen
Wednesday Open Thread: African-American Stuntmen and Stuntwomen
Continuing with the theme of highlighting African-American Stuntmen and Stuntwomen, I will talk about Kelsee Devoreaux. Looks can be deceiving if you had met Kelsee 17 years ago. You would never had imagined that this once bank teller, escrow officer and real estate loan administrator, was dreaming of having a career in the world of entertainment, privately chasing … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: African-American Stuntmen and Stuntwomen
Tuesday Open Thread: African-American Stuntmen and Stuntwomen
This week's open threads will highlight the dangerous work of African-American stuntmen and their female counterparts. Born on January 13, 1978 in Atlanta, Georgia, Jwaundace Candance is one of Hollywood’s most popular African American stuntwoman/action actresses. She has performed stunts for a number of actors such as Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson (DreamGirls), … [Read more...] about Tuesday Open Thread: African-American Stuntmen and Stuntwomen