December 30th 2023.
Fantasia Barrino-Taylor recently opened up about her financial struggles following her rise to fame. In an interview with People, the Grammy Award-winning star shared that she "lost everything" despite her newfound fame.
The 39-year-old, who first gained stardom when she won Season 3 of "American Idol" in 2004, attributed her struggle to her lack of knowledge about the entertainment industry. She confessed that she was "very, very green," and had to learn to become a businesswoman. Barrino-Taylor admitted that she trusted everyone around her and did not understand contracts or how to properly manage her money.
The mother of three also compared her struggles to those of Celie, the character she plays in "The Color Purple." She said, "Celie and I have a lot in common when it comes to family situations, losing things and feeling ugly and unseen." The singer has faced many challenges in her life, including a lawsuit from her father over her memoir and an overdose of aspirin and sleep aid in 2010.
Despite life's challenges, Barrino-Taylor said she feels like "God's promises" are coming to fruition. She mentioned "Job" as one of her favorite books from the Bible, which tells the story of a man who lost everything. Barrino-Taylor is now reaping her harvest with her role in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical "The Color Purple" and her sommelier certification to begin her career in the wine industry.
The singer, who proclaimed she is now "ready for Hollywood," is now seeing the success of "The Color Purple" as it earned the title of being the second highest-earning film on its Dec. 25 release day. Barrino-Taylor's story is an inspiring reminder that no matter what challenges you face, you can still see your dreams come to life.
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