Viola Davis Shares The Life Lessons She Gives To Her Daughter

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  • čas přidán 7. 06. 2024
  • Originally aired 4/27/2022. Oscar-winning actor Viola Davis joins Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager to open up about her childhood and past traumas that she writes about in her new memoir, “Finding Me.” Davis says that she sees her life as a “relay race,” and the lessons she has learned has led her to who she is today. She says, “I want to be liberated from labels” and that she “dreams about being brave.”
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  • @marydamiani8084
    @marydamiani8084 Před rokem +74

    Even when speaking of her struggles, that voice, that full-bodied-velvety voice…reaches out and hugs your ears. Such an incredible woman.

    • @kimberlyking925
      @kimberlyking925 Před rokem

      So well written. Almost poetic.( you)

    • @sdot28
      @sdot28 Před rokem

      LOVE the way you put this. 🤌🏾 💯 AGREED! 😌

  • @meenalpa
    @meenalpa Před rokem +13

    Viola Davis is the definition of strength, grace and resilience. Gifted in so many ways. I’m glad she saw that in her eventually.

  • @terrywalker2437
    @terrywalker2437 Před rokem +24

    Yellow is her color! I love how her makeup enhances her beauty. Her MUA is on point!

  • @soniapinto7903
    @soniapinto7903 Před rokem +64

    She’s so gorgeous and that little girl was a fierce beauty.

  • @DH-uw3us
    @DH-uw3us Před rokem +33

    She really has a way with words. Gifted.

  • @andarara8994
    @andarara8994 Před rokem +12

    This is the chains breaking. The generational trauma and undiagnosed PTSD that millions of black women are dealing with alone. Thank you Viola!! We love and honor you 🎉❤❤

  • @dawnross644
    @dawnross644 Před rokem +38

    This book was life changing for me…..while reading it, you find yourself. Bravo Viola !! Read it in a day !!

  • @elef.5697
    @elef.5697 Před rokem +37

    She's so fierce! Absolutely love her.

  • @yasminejasmine4368
    @yasminejasmine4368 Před rokem +18

    I wish I could go back and find little Viola and just love her and make her feel safe

    • @derciafernando1905
      @derciafernando1905 Před rokem

      There are many little "Violas" out in the world. You can still do it

    • @babe9293
      @babe9293 Před rokem

      Me too. But in a way, I believe her struggles are what helped her become the phenomenal actor she is. When she acts, some of brilliance comes from a place that is deep-and she pulls from that.

  • @reina6542
    @reina6542 Před rokem +36

    Phenomenal woman! 👑

  • @lisadiconti
    @lisadiconti Před rokem +15

    Wow! She looks beautiful.

  • @marymayes550
    @marymayes550 Před rokem +9

    one of the most beautiful women in the world!

  • @andreadavis8681
    @andreadavis8681 Před rokem +6

    She is so strikingly poised and eloquent! 😍

  • @charlesnwankwo7836
    @charlesnwankwo7836 Před rokem +11

    A Woman of Grace!

  • @katyarnold6757
    @katyarnold6757 Před rokem +6

    Viola Davis is such an inspiration to all women. I love!!! love!! to see her in bright beautiful!!! outfits. Her hair and makeup is beautiful!! in this interview. She is phenomenal actress. May God bless!!! her career.

  • @sunnygopaul4701
    @sunnygopaul4701 Před rokem +7

    My favorite actress and a much needed voice for little girls and young women. Such an inspirational and courageous woman . A beautiful survivor!

  • @johntirado-glover3574
    @johntirado-glover3574 Před rokem +13

    Viola Davis is everything!!!

  • @42LINEWIFE
    @42LINEWIFE Před rokem +14

    An amazing woman, incredibly raw book.

  • @DiscipulosDCristo
    @DiscipulosDCristo Před rokem +7

    Amazing Woman , Viola Davis. God bless you always!!

  • @lissetsanchez5316
    @lissetsanchez5316 Před rokem +6

    Wise words from an extraordinary actress. Wish I knew her as a friend. Full of wisdom & life lessons. Got to get the book now! LOL

  • @stwaters1147
    @stwaters1147 Před rokem +6

    Crying so much while watching this 😭 ❤️

  • @karenlindley9265
    @karenlindley9265 Před rokem +26

    Amazing lady and a warrior of light for humanity indeed..
    I am glad she was able to find herself,to find her own light and her higher self too..By healing herself and sharing her own spiritual journey,now she can heal others sharing her powerful healing light for humanity..! I like her as an artist,I was not aware about her personal struggles behind doors..
    I don't get obsessed to know everything about Hollywood people general speaking..! 🔥💟😊🙏♥️😍😘

    • @karenlindley9265
      @karenlindley9265 Před rokem

      @Sixth Compactor Nothing in life is black or white only..
      In any case ? You are not looking at the bigger picture..
      She is opening doors for black actors and actresses to be in charge of their own dreams..
      Have a great weekend..😉🔥🌺💚

  • @wandasanders6885
    @wandasanders6885 Před rokem +5

    We love you, Viola.❤ The book is unforgettable.

  • @peterd.1104
    @peterd.1104 Před rokem +16

    I read this in a day and half and it truly was an amazing book.

  • @NAJErEa91
    @NAJErEa91 Před rokem +4

    Thank you Queen Viola Davis ! Thank you!

  • @chaplaintaylor2327
    @chaplaintaylor2327 Před rokem +2

    God morning, this is what Villa's soul was made of, from the beginning of time, courageous, and lovely. You are all that God Is! Be blessed...what a journey!

  • @sisshanteldotmhgoi
    @sisshanteldotmhgoi Před rokem +7

    I love everything about this interview! Especially how they both leaned in towards the close of the interview with their chins in their hands. The host were completely captivated and in awe of this woman. So many jewels she released and I love the transparency of her struggles in childhood. It’s so encouraging to witness what it truly looks like to completely resist everything that tried to hold you back in life and completely SOAR!! God we thank you for all that you’ve done and will do in the lives of all your children who trust and look to you!! ❤

  • @Drina-sq3zg
    @Drina-sq3zg Před rokem +2

    Best actress ever

  • @MrsBaty-wo9jm
    @MrsBaty-wo9jm Před rokem +6

    I have Viola’s book on audio. It is amazingly inspirational! I highly recommend getting it in audio to hear her voice to her words. God Bless this amazing woman!🙌🏽🙏🏽

  • @sh236
    @sh236 Před rokem

    She is so beautiful. I just started listening her book. Her voice carries so much. She is a light.

  • @synthiasimms4608
    @synthiasimms4608 Před rokem

    Wow !Viola is stunning & that yellow makes her beautiful hue glow!Such an amazing actor & sweetheart!What a survior!Love the voice,book,inspiration & epic speeches!

  • @danielmoura87
    @danielmoura87 Před rokem +8

    Amazing woman

  • @MrsBaty-wo9jm
    @MrsBaty-wo9jm Před rokem +2

    That yellow looks beautiful on Viola!!! Love her!!!🙌🏽🙏🏽

  • @dianaross-dubbed5594
    @dianaross-dubbed5594 Před rokem +6

    Love her so much. Always interesting and honest.

  • @gostephtaylor6432
    @gostephtaylor6432 Před 7 měsíci

    Her book was amazing

  • @RLSchanneltwo
    @RLSchanneltwo Před rokem +4

    I feel you Viola. ❤️

  • @dreamer2512
    @dreamer2512 Před rokem +1

    It's surprising to hear her say she wants to be brave bc she seems so brave having accomplished everything that she has. She's a beautiful soul and beautiful woman

  • @karenmoldenhauer9014
    @karenmoldenhauer9014 Před rokem +2

    Viola you are amazing.

  • @ljbl6934
    @ljbl6934 Před rokem +1

    Feel the truth !!! I love her humble spirit

  • @lindaallen9141
    @lindaallen9141 Před rokem +1

    Love love love Ms. Viola Davis!!! She is wow! Wow! Wow!♥️💕❤️

  • @noemidiop8015
    @noemidiop8015 Před rokem +2

    Great book 📖 she is so amazing!! Read it sooo quickly I respect and admire her so much!💝

  • @teresaboykin4861
    @teresaboykin4861 Před rokem +3

    You can do all things through Christ that strengthens you. Just Beautiful 😅 you are a overcomer. Keep striving !! Amen

  • @synthiasimms4608
    @synthiasimms4608 Před rokem

    Glad Viola achieved EGOT status!She deserved it a long time ago!She deserve an Oscar for Woman King as well & 2 more Emmy's for HTGAWM!

  • @gardening4zone970
    @gardening4zone970 Před rokem

    Tears of joy...so happy for Ms. Viola

  • @Amda4436
    @Amda4436 Před rokem +4

    Love her and the book and she is so funny too :D:D Such an awesome personality!!! :)

  • @walenawellness6449
    @walenawellness6449 Před rokem

    My feet stop moving but my heart was running -Viola Davis....man, you got to LOVE HIS AMAZING HUMAN BEING CALLED VIOLA DAVIS! THANKS FOR EDUCATING ME 🙋🏾‍♀️ AND THE WORLD 🌎 I NEEDED THIS MESSAGE ❤️ YOU'RE SO BEAUTIFUL AND A BLESSING!!!

  • @janiceharley9051
    @janiceharley9051 Před rokem

    Beautiful words and it's always done with a prayer

  • @adriennegordonfagler7959

    Loved her book!

  • @laurayates2067
    @laurayates2067 Před rokem

    I just love her!! Such an inspiration and role model for me! ❤️

  • @denisewilliams8760
    @denisewilliams8760 Před rokem +1

    I read Viola book and loved it

  • @jeangray6863
    @jeangray6863 Před rokem

    You make me crying like a baby, thank you

  • @JaneboG
    @JaneboG Před rokem

    Wow she looks gorgeous ❤ her outfit just wow

  • @kimberlyking925
    @kimberlyking925 Před rokem

    Very good interview Hoda and Jenna. Loved the asked your questions and statements made. You didn't hone on the painful things. It took courage to write this book !!

  • @Shirleyowens383
    @Shirleyowens383 Před rokem

    God I’m so happy I can see My beauty and others, viola is beautiful inside out, back then and now.❤

  • @floridacocoabrown643
    @floridacocoabrown643 Před rokem +1

    Sooo powerful👊🏾🔥

  • @normahill3739
    @normahill3739 Před rokem

    ALWAYS powerful!!

  • @lynnemiller3633
    @lynnemiller3633 Před rokem +3

    I want a bound copy. But I think the best way to experience her words should be by hearing her speak them. I cant wait to sit down and immerse myself in her wise therapy benefitted word.

  • @queen4life905
    @queen4life905 Před rokem

    I LOVE THIS! ❤️

  • @patriciahughes9906
    @patriciahughes9906 Před rokem

    I love you viola

  • @ErikaDavisCooks
    @ErikaDavisCooks Před rokem +5

    ❤❤❤

  • @bwell6941
    @bwell6941 Před rokem +2

    👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾…..❤️

  • @ishotthesheriff5686
    @ishotthesheriff5686 Před rokem

    Viola is a star

  • @GiuliasCookbook
    @GiuliasCookbook Před rokem +4

    💗

  • @odolynda7663
    @odolynda7663 Před rokem

    I love you viola 💕 💞 ♥️ 💜 💙 🧡 💕

  • @theshugashackpodcast2457

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @soniaaddadayadi5995
    @soniaaddadayadi5995 Před rokem

    Trop belle

  • @charliewalsh3548
    @charliewalsh3548 Před rokem +1

    She's so talented. She need to come here to Ireland 🇮🇪🇮🇪❤️❤️

  • @kindinohubert8962
    @kindinohubert8962 Před rokem +3

    ❤❤❤❤👍👍

  • @Eve_Y
    @Eve_Y Před rokem

    voila and jenna were vibing.

  • @AndreaHunt-yk5do
    @AndreaHunt-yk5do Před 2 měsíci

    ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @poni-taleshairfilmllc1307

    Love yellow on her 🐝

  • @cypress2212
    @cypress2212 Před rokem

    MY GENERAL!🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺

  • @janebirkett1471
    @janebirkett1471 Před rokem +2

    jenna bush really is out of her league, but Viola is so gracious always

  • @afrilifewealth8743
    @afrilifewealth8743 Před rokem

    Know this is totally off-topic, but it's been getting on my nerves and I'm new here...couldn't think of anything else. Is she one of the Bushes??? Then I had it confirmed! Simply love Viola...Love her!!!

  • @kaybrown2201
    @kaybrown2201 Před rokem +5

    I cringe watching those two ladies interview Viola. They are gigling like silly school girls over serious matters being discussed and shared by her.

    • @msauthentic6182
      @msauthentic6182 Před rokem +3

      Their behavior is very disrespectful, inconsiderate...they fail to properly prepare for whom they are interviewing. Their privilege shows in their blantant ignorance & lack of compassion and any effort to understand Mrs. Davis' plight & life experiences. There was no sincerity in Hoda or Jenna's actions or words. It's insulting to Mrs. Davis & the viewing audience.

  • @arthurjohnston7434
    @arthurjohnston7434 Před rokem +6

    Are these presenters on something lol cause they laughing at a very serious conversation.

    • @Sleepy__Joe__
      @Sleepy__Joe__ Před rokem +1

      I think the conversation is so heavy they don't know how to handle it, nervous laughter

    • @nikitamohanan2124
      @nikitamohanan2124 Před rokem +2

      @@Sleepy__Joe__ buy aren't they like 45 plus women??? Is it wrong or unreasonable to expect some level of maturity and sensitivity than just carelessly laughing everything all???

  • @dianasmith4
    @dianasmith4 Před rokem +1

    Might be something else going on but it seems like Viola is not feeling those two. I have seen her being interviewed by Jimmy Kimmel and is a completely different vibe.

  • @Gragna542
    @Gragna542 Před rokem

    Viola Davis a l,africain 🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️😀😀😀nous Somme que lui naiv

  • @charlesbeloved7951
    @charlesbeloved7951 Před rokem +4

    I wonder if Jenna shed any tears for those innocent Iraqi children who died during the unjust war that her father launched. Just curious 🤔

    • @DH-uw3us
      @DH-uw3us Před rokem +4

      Did you? Should you be criticized for all of the crimes your father committed?

  • @jocondensumbu7808
    @jocondensumbu7808 Před rokem

    Mrs. Davis came ready and the questions were plain lazy.

  • @graceanthony
    @graceanthony Před rokem

    A real unpretentious woman.

  • @lindawilliams429
    @lindawilliams429 Před rokem

    I Love, Love Ms. DAVIS. But I would hope that her and her husband would have adopted a child whose skin was as dark as hers. If for nothing else, to gove them the life lessons that she came to learn in her youth.

  • @christineboone2850
    @christineboone2850 Před rokem

    ❤️❤️❤️