Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker(2020)
Overview
This limited series chronicles the incredible true story of Madam C.J. Walker, who was the first African American self-made millionaire.
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Madam C. J. Walker
Lelia
Addie
Cleophus Walker
Ransom
John Robinson
Charles James Walker
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