'American Idol' Star Inspires Spelman Women

"American Idol" winner Fantasia Barrino shared her trials and tribulations and offered inspirational words of wisdom to Spelman College students during a recent visit to the campus. Barrino, current star of the Broadway musical, "The Color Purple," engaged students in a candid discussion where she encouraged young women to be comfortable and honest in everything they do.

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• Spelman College
• Fantasia Barrino
• Fantasia
• The Color Purple
• Spelmanites
• Sisters Chapel
• American Idol

[fannaddict1]

Tears. She's matured so much since Idol. She's like a preacher. Thanks for posting.

[babynikiki1975]

this has a calling to be a preacher. i would be a member at her church. for sho lol

[Nyijuel]

omg I JUST WATCHED THIS,, paused it got me some breakfast, CAME BACK and watched the rest.. I LOVE HER for who she has become, and where she has come from.. Im originally from NC so I know what she means about being from a small rural area no one will ever hear your voice, or recognize you and ur full potential.. but it is true.. We are What we are willing to Fight for.. and I dont know bout yall,, But I have the gloves on .. Ready to BOX DOWN BABY

[LibraSkyyy]

I can't turn it off either!

[lashai91]

Awwwww <3 I wish she would come back this year.!

[luvthelordnclarksis]

most people are takin pic....that seems uncomtable

[TheFASHiONmonsta]

I did not plan on watching this entire video, but I couldn't turn it off. Great ministering, I'm so proud of her!

[mrspate081]

i love this still looking forward to the gospel cd to come out

lyou are such an inspirations tasia

love ya girlie

[st9man]

Tasia I'm so proud of you, you are Truly Bless!!

[jellyboobs007]

she matured loe u gurl...she knda sounds like she be hanging with kandi burruss alot..lol luv

[rashard418]

if your in little rock, arkansas on july 9 dont miss her at the robinson center live in concert

[dlastqueen]

Yes, she is definitely ministering to them.