‘Boroughs’ actor Alfre Woodard reminds us to look to our elders
Alfre Woodard reflects on a lifetime of transformative acting, from her early days in Catholic school to her latest role in the sci-fi series The Burroughs, emphasizing the depth, humanity, and resilience of older Black women on screen. Her career is not just a personal journey but a li
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