Race of Your Own Dwen Curry Addiction, Surviving incarceration & walking in transparency S1E21

Dwen Curry – Celebrity Stylist, Actor, and Advocate Dwen Curry was born in Detroit, Michigan, on March 3, 1968, the eldest of four siblings. Raised by her mother and grandparents, she navigated a challenging adolescence, often defending herself in the streets of Detroit due to her sexuality. Her resilience earned her the nickname "GG"—The Original Gay Gangster. In 1998, Dwen relocated to Oakland, California, with uncertainty as a person with an addiction, but her entrepreneurial spirit overshadowed that. She launched Just an Illusion, a beauty salon that became a hub for celebrities in the sports and entertainment industries. She transitioned into the fashion world through networking and talent, styling models for local fashion shows and national hair magazines. However, Oakland soon felt too small for her ambitions, prompting her to move to Los  ...