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In *We're Going to Need More Wine*, Gabrielle Union pours her life, experiences, and observations into a series of essays that reveal her journey as an African‑American actress and feminist icon. Through humor and candid reflection, she explores how power, color, gender, and fame intersect in her life and in the broader entertainment industry. The book offers thoughtful commentary on the challenges and triumphs of a woman navigating Hollywood and society.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Gabrielle Union
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