This is PURE unadulterated jealousy! Unfortunately, we can’t be good at anything without it coming off that we’re getting accolades based on our skin color or some other superficial nonsensical foolishness.
This is spot on! I saw Audra in Gypsy (front row gasping) and she is indeed a force of nature. What she delivers in that earth shattering soprano voice is nothing short of sacred anointed medicine. I’m going back for more of that high frequency healing.
Thank you for uplifting our medicine woman Sistar. And for calling out the envious trolls. To her haters… Audra shines her light even upon darkness but the darkness comprehendeth not
Happy, successful folks don’t throw darts at other folks. They don’t need to. Criticism is often a confession. The words people choose reflect their wounds, not your worth. - All of this!!!
Perfectly said!! I, too, am biased. I have seen every musical and play Audra has performed on Broadway over too many years to count. She is one of the most kind, empathetic, funny and authentic actresses I’ve ever met and the power of her performances can literally leave you awestruck.
Ava - you are spot on about the haters out there. They provide the fuel for the fire of brilliance of so many gifted actors, teachers, scientists, CEOs, Presidents and Vice-Presidents that have been, are currently, and will be!!! Just watch!!!
You have nailed it Ms DuVernay! My wife and I just watched "Origin" this weekend after a long delay, almost exclusively because of Audra McDonald. And that scene blew us both away! History has already told us who the victor is in this skirmish; the woman with quiet power, infinite grace, and six Tony Awards.
There are enough people out there hating on performers without performers hating on performers. 🤢Besides lacking class, the only career it diminishes is the hater’s own. Meanwhile Audra stays busy being awesome & long may she shine ✨️
"First thought. Haters have a job. They clock in early, skip lunch and stay late. And they only show up when you’re glowing. They don’t just dislike you… they report on you.
They post, they whisper, they text like it’s a secret, they gossip in interviews. All of that is really just devotion in disguise.
So let them clock in. Let them sit in the break room and analyze your light. That’s their job."
This sums it up!
Audra McDonald's performance in Origin was PHENOMENAL! She gave me chills, as did many of the actors who brought this film to life.
I'm doing everything in my power to go see her in Gypsy, welcoming clients galore so I can come up with the money to go to New York, and still send my son to college :-)
So many gems! You’re right; the haters seem to work overtime when light is shining its brightest. And that’s the majesty that is Audra McDonald. I’m so delighted to see her return as Dorothy Scott on the new season of Gilded Age!
"Happy, successful folks don’t throw darts at other folks. They don’t need to. Criticism is often a confession. The words people choose reflect their wounds, not your worth." THIS! Thank you for this. I really needed to hear this today. #onward
Audra is BEYOND STELLAR. Longtime fan without having the privilege of seeing her live, on stage. The 'Gypsy' performances on Colbert, Tiny Desk, etc. DANG! Soul-filling, goosebump-inducing. Thanks, Ava, for loving her so lovingly here for us all to see. Sorry, haters. You just don't count.
YOURE AMAZING AVA!! Between this and the interview with Mehdi Hassan —- I respect you for your bravery! You’re one of a kind🩵
I loved the conversation w Medhi. It was wonderful.
This is PURE unadulterated jealousy! Unfortunately, we can’t be good at anything without it coming off that we’re getting accolades based on our skin color or some other superficial nonsensical foolishness.
This is spot on! I saw Audra in Gypsy (front row gasping) and she is indeed a force of nature. What she delivers in that earth shattering soprano voice is nothing short of sacred anointed medicine. I’m going back for more of that high frequency healing.
Thank you for uplifting our medicine woman Sistar. And for calling out the envious trolls. To her haters… Audra shines her light even upon darkness but the darkness comprehendeth not
🫶🏾
Happy, successful folks don’t throw darts at other folks. They don’t need to. Criticism is often a confession. The words people choose reflect their wounds, not your worth. - All of this!!!
Perfectly said!! I, too, am biased. I have seen every musical and play Audra has performed on Broadway over too many years to count. She is one of the most kind, empathetic, funny and authentic actresses I’ve ever met and the power of her performances can literally leave you awestruck.
Ava - you are spot on about the haters out there. They provide the fuel for the fire of brilliance of so many gifted actors, teachers, scientists, CEOs, Presidents and Vice-Presidents that have been, are currently, and will be!!! Just watch!!!
Brava, Ava, Audra, and Kecia
This is a beautiful, EPIC recognition of all that Audra is. Thank you!!
You have nailed it Ms DuVernay! My wife and I just watched "Origin" this weekend after a long delay, almost exclusively because of Audra McDonald. And that scene blew us both away! History has already told us who the victor is in this skirmish; the woman with quiet power, infinite grace, and six Tony Awards.
🫶🏾
There are enough people out there hating on performers without performers hating on performers. 🤢Besides lacking class, the only career it diminishes is the hater’s own. Meanwhile Audra stays busy being awesome & long may she shine ✨️
"First thought. Haters have a job. They clock in early, skip lunch and stay late. And they only show up when you’re glowing. They don’t just dislike you… they report on you.
They post, they whisper, they text like it’s a secret, they gossip in interviews. All of that is really just devotion in disguise.
So let them clock in. Let them sit in the break room and analyze your light. That’s their job."
This sums it up!
Audra McDonald's performance in Origin was PHENOMENAL! She gave me chills, as did many of the actors who brought this film to life.
I'm doing everything in my power to go see her in Gypsy, welcoming clients galore so I can come up with the money to go to New York, and still send my son to college :-)
It's wonderful to see Ms. McDonald shine.
Thank you for sharing!
So many gems! You’re right; the haters seem to work overtime when light is shining its brightest. And that’s the majesty that is Audra McDonald. I’m so delighted to see her return as Dorothy Scott on the new season of Gilded Age!
Ava, this is just so beautiful. It brings Audra’s humanity back into the conversation.
I would also kindly request you continue dropping Mary J. Blige lyrics as often as you’re able.
Ha! Will do!
"Happy, successful folks don’t throw darts at other folks. They don’t need to. Criticism is often a confession. The words people choose reflect their wounds, not your worth." THIS! Thank you for this. I really needed to hear this today. #onward
Audra is BEYOND STELLAR. Longtime fan without having the privilege of seeing her live, on stage. The 'Gypsy' performances on Colbert, Tiny Desk, etc. DANG! Soul-filling, goosebump-inducing. Thanks, Ava, for loving her so lovingly here for us all to see. Sorry, haters. You just don't count.
THEE Audra...THEE Greatest...It's the same hate they put on Serena. Let them talk.
And Still... Yet Still...Despite it all...STILL WE RISE!
Oh goodness do I adore this. Beautifully said!
The most beautiful words I have read this week. Thank you, Ava.