One of the most highly anticipated Bless the Mic events in the history of the series was Gabrielle Union. I really think people didn't believe she was actually coming to PSC. But by now, people should know anything is possible.

She spent time with the Street team for a private autograph party, and then attended a dinner with VIP guests (including little Kimbroughs).

She took more pictures, including the program participants, Brooke and Anthony.

The lecture was sponsored by Verizon Wireless. Remarks were given by PSC alumnus, Sherman Tate, on behalf of Verizon.

I hyped her up

And she took the stage. She commented that since I quoted Ice Cube in the intro, she had to give the keep it real speech!

She did a great job telling her story. Growing up in Nebraska, dealing with being a Black girl in an overwhelmingly white area, feeling lost as a student at UCLA, and being raped while at work.

Her overall message was that you can take control of your life once you decide who you are. She wasn't preachy, but just down to earth and conversational. I'm sure the 600+ in attendance would agree.

This definitely was a great hit. Having a chance to hang out with her after the lecture was definitely a highlight for me and I am definitely an even bigger fan these days. She is truly good people and a new friend of the hip hop president and PSC.

The Prez