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EPISODE · May 24, 2019 · 16 MIN

Descendant of Madam C.J. Walker Celebrates Black Hair Evolution 100 Years After Her Death

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Madam C.J. Walker died 100 years ago this month. In the early 20th century, she cemented her legacy by creating a hair salve designed for African American women. Her contributions to black beauty products are still felt in Georgia and across the country. GPB's Morning Edition host Leah Fleming spoke with Walker's great-granddaughter, A'lelia Bundles. Bundles is also a black hair and journalist.

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