Audra McDonald is the "Luckiest Survivor in the World"

Update: 2017-07-25

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Much like the staggering beauty of her voice, Audra McDonald is impossible to ignore. The only artist to sweep all four acting categories at the Tony’s, she’s the most decorated Broadway star of all time. Reviews of her award-winning performances overflow with accolades, describing her stage presence as “spellbinding,” “haunting,” and “genius.” But for the California native, things haven’t always been easy. She talks to Alec about getting into Juilliard, making it on Broadway, and the suicide attempt that helped shape who she is today.

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Audra McDonald is the "Luckiest Survivor in the World"

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Audra McDonald is the "Luckiest Survivor in the World"

Audra McDonald is the "Luckiest Survivor in the World"