In case you missed it TV One has an exciting popular new docu-series titled “Raising Fame” which premiered on July 7th to much acclaim. The series is hosted by NBA celebrity moms Lucille O’Neal (mom of Shaquille O’Neal) and Sonya Curry (mom of Stephen, Seth, and Sydel Curry. Raising Fame offers an intimate new side of your favorite icons and their rise to fame told from the perspective of family members who were instrumental in shaping their growth.
When we think of monumental icons and superstars, we see them dazzling as they share their larger-than-life talents with the world. But before they were “supers,” before they could sing, jump, dance, act, or shoot a basketball, who witnessed their first smile? Who recognized their potential for greatness before the world knew such a talent existed? Who taught them to stand, so they could reach the stars?
The docu-series is based on the ‘Raising Fame’ Sports Edition podcast that ended in 2020 which revealed the amazing childhood backstories of the most popular sports icons and shared the highs and lows on their path to glory. In the new TV ONE series, Raising Fame hosts Sonya Curry and Lucille O’Neal visit the homes and local community of each superstar’s parents. They’ll sit down for a taste of the superstar’s favorite meal before delving into an intimate conversation with the parents. The superstar makes an appearance in person or on a video chat. From the funny family stories to first heartbreaks, nothing is off-limits. Each episode concludes with a “Lessons Learned” segment where Sonya and Lucille relate what they’ve learned from their guests and how it applies to raising their children.
This week’s episode features superstar none other than the R&B powerhouse, broadway star and actress Fantasia. She discusses winning American Idol at just 19 years old, her bumpy road to stardom, and how she idolizes and credits her mom with helping her overcome the obstacles to becoming the accomplished woman she is today.
Fantasia also shares how being a teen mom impacted her life, how her grandmother never judged her and so much more.
Be sure to tune in to ‘Raising Fame’ this Sunday, August 4th to catch Fantaisa’s episode at 10/9C only on TV One. Rebroacst of the show is available on TV One. Check your local listing for air times.
SEASON ONE GUEST LIST:
- Danielle Brooks and her parents (Premiere)
- Chance the Rapper and his parents
- Kevin Durant and his mom
- Billy Porter and his mom
- Fantasia and her mom
- Magic Johnson and his mom
- John Legend and his parents
- Shaquille O’Neal and his parents
- Jon Batiste and his parents
- The late Chadwick Boseman’s parents
- Usher and his mom
