Hollywood’s Djimon Hounsou shares inspiring story on African Voices
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With a stellar career spanning over three decades, Hounsou has delivered iconic performances in critically acclaimed films such as Amistad (1997), Gladiator (2000), and Blood Diamond (2006).
This week, acclaimed Hollywood actor Djimon Hounsou graced ‘African Voices Changemakers’, a flagship programme on CNN sponsored by telecom giant Globacom.
In an inspiring 30-minute session with anchor Larry Madowo, Hounsou delved into his extraordinary career journey and his mission to reconnect the Black diaspora with its African roots through the Djimon Hounsou Foundation.
With a stellar career spanning over three decades, Hounsou has delivered iconic performances in critically acclaimed films such as Amistad (1997), Gladiator (2000), and Blood Diamond (2006).
Among his accolades are a Golden Globe Award, NAACP Image Award, and an Academy Award nomination.
Beyond the silver screen, Hounsou dedicated himself to philanthropy, with initiatives like Run Richmond 16.19, aimed at celebrating African heritage and uniting communities through history and culture.
Don’t miss this inspiring episode airing on CNN (channel 401) on Saturday at 8:30 a.m., with repeats the same day at noon, Sunday at 4:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., and Monday at 4 a.m. The broadcast schedule will run again next week starting Saturday. Tune in for an engaging and thought-provoking experience.
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