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About
Community organizer, philanthropist, and public speaker who earned fame for sleeping in a tent in solidarity with people experiencing homelessness in her local community. She is the founder of Club 51, an initiative designed to feed, clothe, and house people she calls "the friends."
Before fame
She was first inspired to help people when, during a visit to the police station, she witnessed several individuals sleeping on the floor, and she asked if she could offer them something to eat.
Trivia
In March 2025, she was honored at the WDB Legacy Network Legacy Award Gala for her advocacy and impact on the community. She was also an honoree at the 2025 Chicago Culture Ball for having founded the nonprofit organization Hugs No Slugs, Inc.
Family life
She shared a video of her two children on her englewoodbarbie Instagram account in March 2025.
Associated with
She shared a photo in which she appeared alongside NBA star Derrick Rose.
