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Above All, Uzo Aduba Is Her Mother's Daughter

2024/9/25
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Uzo Aduba, known for her role in "Orange Is the New Black," discusses her memoir, "The Road Is Good," which centers on her mother's influence. She reflects on her mother's presence at her first Emmy win, her battle with pancreatic cancer, and the lessons she learned from her mother's grace and dignity during that time.
  • Uzo Aduba's mother, Nonyem, played a pivotal role in her life and career.
  • Nonyem immigrated to the U.S. from Nigeria to provide a better life for her family.
  • Uzo Aduba's memoir is a tribute to her mother, who passed away from pancreatic cancer.
  • Nonyem's strength, dignity, and positive outlook during her illness deeply impacted Uzo.

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Orange Is the New Black actor Uzo Aduba grew up the daughter of Nigerian immigrants in a predominantly white Massachusetts suburb. She looks back on her late mother's influence in the memoir, *The Road Is Good. *Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)