EPISODE · Sep 15, 2026 · 1H 11M

Ariana DeBose

from Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky · host Prufrock LLC

Oscar-winning performer Ariana DeBose joins Monica for a deeply personal conversation about her rise to fame, navigating public scrutiny, and moving through grief. Ariana reflects on launching her Broadway career as a member of the original cast of Hamilton, becoming the first openly queer woman of color to win an acting Oscar for her performance in West Side Story, and the complicated experience of being truly seen. She also opens up about losing her mother and grandmother—and how she carries their love, strength, and lineage with her as she enters a new chapter.Together, Ariana and Monica explore representation, the transformative power of creative mentors, and the importance of protecting your choices—even when the noise gets loud. Honest, funny, and deeply moving, their conversation is about honoring where you come from, defining success on your own terms, and reclaiming the freedom to become who you are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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