Ep428 - Danielle Brooks | The Color Purple

Award-winning actress and singer Danielle Brooks visits Google to discuss her journey, career, and her Oscar nominated performance as Sofia in the highly acclaimed film “The Color Purple.”

Danielle rose to prominence for her portrayal of “Taystee” on the popular Netflix series Orange Is The New Black, for which she was nominated for an NAACP Image Award. In 2019, Danielle released her four-track EP entitled Four. She co-wrote the four songs, including “Seasons,” which was featured in the series finale of Orange is the New Black. In 2022, she co-founded “Black Women on Broadway” and held its inaugural awards, which honors the legacy of Black Women’s contributions to theater.

She currently stars in “The Color Purple,” the feature film adaption of the distinguished Broadway musical. Danielle reprises her iconic role of ‘Sofia,’ portraying another powerhouse, memorable performance that has garnered her Golden Globe, Critics Choice Award, SAG Award, BAFTA Film Award, and Academy Award nominations for “Best Supporting Actress.”

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