Welcome to Vol 184 of the Spread!

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I don't know who's in charge of casting decisions out there but they need a raise, a bonus, and a personal thank you card from me because Cynthia Erivo is set to play Miriam Makeba in a new movie!

I won't lie, I had my doubts about their not choosing an actual African actress to play such an iconic African legend, but knowing the kind of magic Miss Erivo brings to every single one of her projects? I'm not so worried anymore.

Mary x

Now on to the real peel 👇

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