Age: 55. Birthplace: Chestertown, MD. Pronouns: She/Her/Hers. Significant other: Anthony DeFabritus Jr. Alma mater: Towson University.
Current project: The Suspects, The DeFab Duo, The Hound Dogs. Latest accomplishment: Volunteer, performer and contributor for Sisters for a Cure Susan G. Komen Rock Concert. Latest contribution to others: Hand in Hand Bands at The Strand, Sisters For a Cure Rock Concert Benefit, Mo Gaba benefit for children’s cancer research. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Making a living singing. Hobbies: Walking, reading, performing. Recent travel or adventure: Lady Gaga concert.
Personality profile: Good vibes on full volume. Sunshine with a little spark. Moral compass: The Bible. How do you define a perfect friendship? The kind of bond you don’t have to explain; it just is. How do you define an ideal business relationship? Where professionalism meets personality. What is your greatest joy? My children. What is your guilty pleasure? Gum balls. What is at the top of your bucket list? Broadway. What impact do you strive for professionally? I hope people feel joy, connection, and a little spark of themselves in every note.
What was your favorite college course? Opera Workshop. What movie have you repeatedly watched? The Wizard of OZ. What’s prominently featured on your home or office wall? Family pictures. Besides your parents, who has had the greatest influence on your life? My vocal coach. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Treat people how you want to be treated. What’s the best advice you received in your career? If you make a mistake, keep going. Chances are no one will notice. What is one lesson from a mentor or loved one that guides your decisions? You are stronger than you think. Don’t be afraid to show it.
What change would you like to see in the world?
Remember everyone is created equally.
What message do you want to send out into the world? Be the reason someone believes in good people again. What widely held belief do you reject? Nice people finish last. What mega-trend most excites you? You don’t have to be famous to get your music heard now that there is social media. What mega-trend most concerns you? Social media’s downside.
What title would you choose for the movie about your life? Sparkle in Every Step. What actor would you choose to play you in the movie about your life? Lady Gaga. Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? My dad. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? A singer. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My dog. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With my family eating around the dinner table. If you had a superpower what would it be? Joy; the ability to create moments of pure happiness at the snap of my fingers.
Personal mission: Devoted to turning challenges into opportunities with positivity and courage. Personal motto: Be the reason someone smiles today. Favorite quote: “Be yourself, everyone else is already taken” (Oscar Wilde). Desired epitaph: She gave the world her light.
