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WOMEN+POWER GARCELLE BEAUVAIS
Her new recurring role on "Power" begins July 1
With her new recurring role on the popular Starz TV series “Power,” it’s no coincidence why we chose the beautiful and powerful Garcelle Beauvais for our 2018 cast of inspirational and influential woman. This beautiful soul oozes power in all aspects of her life and career. The show’s fifth season premiere is July 1. Story by: Trystanne Cunningham Polo Lifestyles Senior Global Style Curator Photos by: Erick Robinson
Listed as one of People Magazine’s highly coveted 50 Most Beautiful in 2014, the Haitian beauty born in SaintMarc immigrated to the United States at the age of seven with her mother and her six older siblings. At 17, Beauvais moved to New York City to pursue modeling. She easily transitioned to acting and has since been charming audiences with her dramatic and comedic talents. Above all, Beauvais’ most important job is being a mom. She resides in Los Angeles and has three sons, Oliver, 27, and twins Jax and Jaid, 11. Motherhood inspired her to write a children’s book series ‘I AM,’ which addresses identity issues relevant to children today. Beauvais supports the Step Up Women’s Network, a non-profit that empowers women and girls to be strong and reach their full potential. Step Up was founded by Channing Dungey, also one
of our selected 2018 influential women. Beauvais is also active with March of Dimes and Fonkoze. “I hope the legacy that I leave for my children is showing them that you cannot be limited. I came from a small island and I was able to do so many things, some I dreamt about; others, I didn’t even think were possible,” she said. “The key to life is being kind to others.” Feeling blessed to have been an actress for over 20 years, she is now transitioning to the opposite side of the camera. Thrilled to have started her own production company with her producing partner Lisa Wilson, Beauvais Wilson Productions are currently seeking a distributor for their first movie “Lalo’s House,” which focuses on the relentless courage of a young Haitian girl, kidnapped with her little sister. “Lalo’s House“ stars Beauvais alongside HaitianAmerican actors Jimmy JeanLouis and Paul Beaubrun. For inspiration, Beauvais is currently reading “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle. page 81