Ferguson Career Biographies S.
3 total works
Stephen King: Author profiles the life and career of one of America's most prolific and best-selling authors. Stephen King was awarded the Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters at the 2003 National Book Awards ceremony. His books have sold millions of copies, been translated into 33 languages, and been adapted into many film and television features. Having committed himself to a writing life at a young age, King was relentless in his efforts to become a published author. Throughout his long and productive career, he has dealt with writer's block, substance abuse, and a near-fatal accident, all of which he overcame and used as inspirations for some of his memorable works.
Denzel Washington: Actor tells the story of the first African American to win the Oscar for Best Actor and provides useful information on how to become an actor. Throughout his long and successful acting career, Denzel Washington has distinguished himself as a top-notch talent on stage, in television, and in film. Known for his dedication to the craft, he has often turned down potentially lucrative but stereotyped roles in favor of roles with integrity, such as his Academy Award-winning performances in Glory and Training Day. As the first African American to win the coveted Best Actor Oscar, Washington has helped broaden the spectrum of Hollywood's leading men.
Halle Berry: Actor follows the life and career of the first African American to win an Academy Award for Best Actress. Halle Berry has overcome many personal and professional obstacles along the path of her highly successful acting career. Often disregarded as "just another pretty face" after her years as a beauty pageant winner, Berry has distinguished herself as a top-notch actress, winning lead roles in many film and television productions, including her Academy Award-winning performance in Monster's Ball. Berry is a prominent spokesperson for diabetes and physical abuse, both of which have played an important role in her life.