Mother Love (entertainer) facts for kids

Jo Anne Hart (born December 29, 1953) is a talented American presenter, author, actress, and comedian. She is widely known by her stage name, Mother Love. She has had a long career entertaining people through television, radio, and stand-up comedy.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Jo Anne Hart was born in Cleveland, Ohio. She grew up in a housing project there with her five siblings. Her very first job was driving a school bus. Later, she started her career in stand-up comedy in Columbus, Ohio. This was the beginning of her journey into the entertainment world.

Television and Radio Work

Mother Love became well-known as the first host of the TV show Forgive or Forget. She hosted this show from 1998 to 2000. She also hosted many radio shows in Los Angeles. These included shows on KLSX, KBIG, KACE-FM, and KFI. Her voice and personality reached many listeners across the country.

Acting Roles

Besides hosting, Mother Love also appeared in several movies. She acted in films like Volcano and Mr. Nanny. In total, she has been in more than 10 films, showing her skills as an actress.

Author and Health Advocate

Mother Love is also a successful author. She has written three books. These books share her thoughts and experiences with readers.

• Listen Up Girlfriends
• Forgive or Forget: Never Underestimate the Power of Forgiveness
• Half the Mother Twice the Love: My Journey to Better Health with Diabetes

Diabetes Awareness

Mother Love has been a strong supporter of diabetes awareness. She was a co-host for dLife, a TV show seen on CNBC from 2005 to 2013. This show focused on living with diabetes. She has also been a spokesperson for the American Diabetes Association's "I Decide to Fight Diabetes" campaign. Later, she became a spokesperson for their "Choose to Live" program. She even traveled across the country with Novo Nordisk, Inc., for her "Mother Love Presents Diabetes Awareness" tour.

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