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This episode features the multi-talented star, Jakki Ford sharing her story about how she got started in the performing arts and how she has worked as a model, dancer and actress. We discuss how she sang and danced in all three of Donn Arden’s MGM productions and continues to sing and record albums to this day.
Also discussed was her difficulty as a woman of color in the entertainment industry when it was a less diverse community than today. A very full episode featuring her highs and lows as a performing artist, enjoy!
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Jakki has continued her performing career as a vocal artist. Here is one of her performances singing Lady is a Tramp. Learn more about Jakki Ford and book her for your next event.
November 2020 Monthly Bonus episode
Here’s the monthly bonus episode, November 2020 guest roundup! This episode features clips from interviews with Sheri Lewis, Pete Menefee, Diana Eden and Jakki Ford. A little bit of boobs, fire stories and working as a woman of color in Las Vegas!Created specifically for members. Enjoy!
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