Angie Stone Opens Up About Life, Blessings & Her Future

Venus Diva magazine has always been about celebrating the beauty of a woman with curves. Embracing the accomplishments we achieve in our day to day lives. This motto does not exclude our ‘curvy’ celebrities. Plus size women celebrities have it real tough man. But its nothing they can’t handle.

I have adored Angie Stone since I saw her video for my all time favorite song, ‘ Wish I Didn’t Miss You’. I cannot tell you how many times I played that song over and over in my home. Never in my wildest dreams would I imagine me working with her on this amazing interview. But here I am…with you… and our beautiful Angie….

We sat down, shared laughs and spoke of it all. We realized we had more in common and this encouraged a great new friendship. She was sensitive to me developing type 2 Diabetes after the birth of my daughter.

We are both curvy women, mothers and diabetic patients. I was sensitive to the lost of her best-friend, her father. He was there the day she was diagnosed with diabetes. He reassured her that all would be good. He passed later on that year but she made a promise to him, that she will beat this illness.

What are you working on right now with your album?

Olga, I am out darling. Heading out to my beautiful Africa to tour and support my community. A place I dreamed of visiting for the longest of times.

Can you tell us about your fifth studio album ‘Unexpected’? By the way my favorite song of this album is ‘I Aint’ Hearing You’.

Unexpected is close to my heart. I was recording this album and half way through my father suddenly passed away. Leaving me crushed and lost but his spirit was with me and he didn’t raise no quitter. I was inspired to make this my best work ever and the title comes from his unexpected death.

It is a whole new Angie you will hear in this album. I didn’t want to sound repetitive so I got a more dancing rhythm going on here, more festive even.

Your smile is amazing, and what is behind that smile??

I am for the first time in a long time in total control of my health. I look and feel more fit, because being diabetic I need to have my weight under control. I recently found out my family was filled with closet eaters and diabetes runs strong in my family. I took full charge of my kitchen, the foods that come in or out of my home.

What projects are you working on for 2011?

I got two movies ‘Boulevard West & Protocol‘ , and a television show called ‘Ancestors’ [that I'm working on]. I enjoy different challenges and acting is a whole new world that I a just loving. It gives me another source to share with my fans and supporters.

Angie, can you describe Thanksgiving day in your home?

Girl, I cooked the most delicious turkey. We didn’t do the ham this year. We missed it but its all about moderation. Maybe next year? My home was filled with laughter and warm embraces over a dinner cooked with love from me to them.

Do you have a New Year Resolutions?

I want this one to be different. I would like to make one as a family group effort. I want my family to be more health conscience.

Angie thanks for this great interview and for being a prime example that curvy women belong in the entertainment business.

To all of our readers..you must enjoy this album for yourselves..

**This interview was possible through Kevin Benoit. The man with a million connections!!!! Muah.

All images compliments of http://www.angiestoneonline.net

Photo Credits: Kevin Goolsby Photography

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Olga addresses the significant impact curvy women have on society and each other. In each issue, she celebrates the plus size woman through inspiring stories and compelling content written for AND about women with curves. Beyond writing, Olga is a proud Latina plus model, actress and motivational speaker who hails from New Jersey. In this capacity, her mission has been to show society and the media that plus size women, as well as today's curvy youth, are just as talented and beautiful as any other women. www.olgaplusmodel.com Where Are You From: Born and raised in Jersey, and a proud Latina of Colombian background. What were you doing before writing for DailyVenusDiva.com: I was working my regular 9-5, raising my 3 sons and living with my adoring hubby and my momz. And I was always day dreaming of writing and DVD gave me my first break. What do you do for DailyVenusDiva.com: I am the support system for all our members from our community and for the loyal readers and followers of Venus. I celebrate them plain and simple. What does it mean to Thrive In Your Curves: Thrive in your curves means to be comfortable with your body, the good the imperfections, embrace all of you. What is your favorite hobby: I am real good with my hands, sewing, doing crafts to decorate my home but my one true passion is gardening. I have a garden that the english can envy. What is in your future: A long relationship with DVD, I want to keep my longevity here. I like the sound of my voice as a plus size confidant woman and I enjoy being heard, I feel so appreciated. What’s so special about DailyVenusDiva.com: It is the support they provide, that special pat on my back that tells me, I have done good. I come here and I can relate to other curvy women, due to their struggles, joys and stories. This place is for everyone.