Dominique di Prima facts for kids
Dominique di Prima is a well-known radio host, producer, and activist in Los Angeles. She uses her voice to talk about important issues, especially those affecting African American communities.
Since 2005, Dominique has hosted a popular morning show called The Front Page on Radio Free 102.3 KJLH. Before that, she hosted and produced a talk show called Street Science with Dominique di Prima for almost nine years on 100.3-FM The Beat.
Her Amazing Career
Dominique di Prima has won many awards for her work in radio and television. Her show Street Science won the "Best of L.A." award from L.A. Weekly. It also received a Gracie Award from American Women in Radio and Television, which celebrates excellent programs created by, for, and about women.
Before her radio career, Dominique worked in television. She was at KRON-TV, an NBC station in San Francisco. Throughout her career, she has won five Emmy Awards, which are major awards for television. She also won six Parents' Choice Awards, an Ollie award, and a SAG/AFTRA American Scene Award. This last award recognized her positive way of showing women, people with disabilities, older adults, and people of color in her work.
In May 2017, Dominique di Prima was honored as "Pioneer Woman of the Year" at Los Angeles City Hall. This award celebrated her important contributions and leadership.
A Small Acting Role
Dominique di Prima also had a small acting role. She played a character named Megan McLean in one episode of the famous TV show X-Files.
Her Family Life
Dominique di Prima comes from a family of talented people. Her parents were Amiri Baraka and Diane di Prima, both of whom were well-known writers. She grew up in both New York and California.
Dominique is married to Guillermo Cespedes. He works as a deputy mayor in Los Angeles, helping to lead the city government. Through her father, Dominique has eight half-siblings. Some of them include Kellie and Lisa Jones, who are also notable figures, and Ras Baraka, who is the mayor of Newark, New Jersey.
