Mother Love (entertainer) facts for kids
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Mother Love
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Jo Anne Hart
December 29, 1953 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
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| Nationality | American |
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| Years active | 1977–present |
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Kennedy Rogers
(m. 1972) |
Jo Anne Hart (born December 29, 1953), known to many as Mother Love, is a talented American presenter, author, actress, and comedian. She has worked in many areas of entertainment.
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Who is Mother Love?
Mother Love, whose real name is Jo Anne Hart, was born on December 29, 1953. She grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, with five brothers and sisters. Her very first job was driving a school bus.
Starting Her Career
Mother Love began her journey in entertainment as a stand-up comedy performer. She started telling jokes and making people laugh in Columbus, Ohio.
Television and Radio Work
From 1998 to 2000, Mother Love was the first host of a TV show called Forgive or Forget. This show was shown all over the country. She also hosted many radio shows in Los Angeles. You might have heard her voice on stations like KLSX, KBIG, KACE-FM, and KFI.
Acting in Movies
Mother Love has also appeared in several movies. Some of her film roles include parts in Volcano and Mr. Nanny. She has acted in more than 10 films in total.
Mother Love as an Author
Besides her work in TV and radio, Mother Love is also a writer. 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
Helping Others with Health
Mother Love has used her voice to help people learn about important health topics.
Diabetes Awareness
From 2005 to 2013, she was a co-host for a show called dLife. This show was seen on CNBC and focused on living with diabetes. Mother Love is a spokesperson for the American Diabetes Association (ADA). She helps with their "I Decide to Fight Diabetes" campaign. She was also chosen to be a spokesperson for the ADA's "Choose to Live" program.
Traveling for Health
She used to be a spokesperson for Glucerna, a brand of snacks and cereals. Mother Love also traveled across the country with Novo Nordisk, Inc. On this tour, called "Mother Love Presents Diabetes Awareness," she helped teach people about diabetes.
