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Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker

Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker

Description: A chronicle of the incredible story of Madam C.J. Walker, who was the first African American self-made millionaire.
Genre: Drama
Year Released: 2020
Number of episodes: 4
First episode air date: March 20, 2020
Network: Netflix
Genre: Drama
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