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I’m submitting my amazing and talented friend & colleague, Shonda Rhimes. Shonda, you continue to amaze me with the stories you tell and I can’t ever thank you enough for sharing your work and heart with me – and with the world!

Mom, you are the greatest role model a daughter could ask for. You are so many things: supportive, intelligent, creative, loving, compassionate, strong. You always believe in me no matter what & I wouldn’t be the woman I am today if it wasn’t for you

Carson is a professional soccer player whose motto is "never let your sky turn into a ceiling". Had the honor to shoot her for my next book and saw in person what living with no limitations looks like. Such a great role model on and off the field.

My little sister, Sanjana – she is the most talented & intelligent person I know. She inspires me every day with her brilliant spirit & ability to touch the lives of everyone who comes into contact with her. I wouldn't be who I am today without her.

My mom is truly a woman who has inspired me to be better, who lives her life with so much grace, and positivity. I am who I am thanks to the impact she has made on me. Te quiero mucho Mamita, eres un ejemplo de una mujer fuerte!

My beautiful Aunt Julie epitomizes kindness and radiates warmth. She doesn’t let her cancer battle keep her from encouraging others, raising a phenomenal son, or modeling hope and joy to all who know her. She’s inspired me since I was small.

My sister Courtney is one of the strongest, kindest, most hardworking people I know. She rolls with everything that life throws at her and always reminds me that it's okay to cry about hard things — as long as I keep moving once my eyes are dry.

To the lady I am lucky enough to call my mom—I wouldn't be half the person I am today without your guidance. I love you!