Oprah’s Master Class: The Podcast Diahann Carroll
May 16, 2019
Diahann Carroll, a groundbreaking actress known for her Golden Globe-winning performances and pioneering roles, shares her inspiring journey. She candidly discusses the prejudice she faced and the resilience it fueled. Reflecting on her iconic character, Dominique Deveraux from 'Dynasty,' she emphasizes the importance of representation in media. Diahann also opens up about her battle with breast cancer, the lessons learned from her childhood experiences with racism, and how she ultimately embraced her passions despite societal discouragement.
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Impact of Integrated Upbringing
- Growing up in integrated New York City schools taught Diahann Carroll that she was never to feel inferior.
- Early exposure to diverse cultures shaped her confident, boundary-free outlook.
Dealing With Criticism
- Find out why you believe you're special and seek supportive people.
- Ignore criticism as it often comes from feeling threatened by your passion.
Segregation Train Experience
- Diahann Carroll and her mother were forced to move to another train car due to segregation despite being in Washington, D.C.
- Her mother felt ashamed of the country, not her blackness, teaching a lesson about racial discrimination's real source.