Empowering Dreams: Celebrating the Legacy of Madam C.J. Walker
Self Made weaves a powerful tale of resilience, ambition, and empowerment, showcasing Madam C.J. Walker's climb from poverty to pioneering beauty mogul, while navigating family dynamics, racism, and the pursuit of her dreams.
Self Made: Inspired By The Life Of Madam C.J. Walker Trivia
What innovative product did Madam C.J. Walker create that helped launch her beauty empire? (Expert)
#1: Hair straightening formula
#2: Skin cream
#3: Shampoo
#4: Hair dye
What was the name of the beauty school established by Madam C.J. Walker? (Hard)
#1: Walker College of Beauty
#2: C.J. Walker Academy
#3: Madam's Beauty Institute
#4: Walker Institute of Hairdressing
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Self Made: Inspired By The Life Of Madam C.J. Walker Fun Facts
Madam C.J. Walker was the first female self-made millionaire in the U.S., and her story of resilience and entrepreneurship inspired the Netflix miniseries Self Made.
Octavia Spencer, who plays Madam C.J. Walker in the series, also served as an executive producer, bringing her passion for the story to life behind the scenes.
Self Made: Inspired By The Life Of Madam C.J. Walker Polls
What aspect of Madam C.J. Walker's story inspires you the most?
Her entrepreneurial spirit
Her resilience in overcoming adversity
Her impact on African American beauty standards
Her philanthropic efforts in the community
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What character's journey do you find most compelling in Self Made?
Madam C.J. Walker
A'Lelia Walker
CJ Walker's adversaries
The community's role in her success
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