Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls
Malia Baker Read by Momona Tamada
Oct 3, 2023
Malia Baker, an actress who reinvented an iconic character in The Babysitters Club, talks about her struggles with anxiety and CRPS, overcoming challenges to pursue her passion for acting, and using her platform as an activist to raise awareness about important causes.
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- Malia Baker uses her platform as an actress to promote self-acceptance and confidence for black girls with curly hair.
- Malia Baker combines her passion for acting with activism, using her voice to raise awareness for various social issues.
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Malia's Journey into Acting and Finding Belonging
Malia Baker, an ambitious teenager, auditions for a role in the Babysitters Club TV show and finds her place among a diverse cast. She overcomes anxiety and a rare pain syndrome called CRPS, using dance and therapy to regain her strength. Malia discovers her passion for acting and embraces the opportunity to represent black girls and their experiences. Through her character Marianne, she promotes self-acceptance and confidence, particularly for girls with curly hair. Malia finds a sense of belonging among her co-stars and works towards breaking racial barriers in film and television.
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