SPEECH: Octavia Spencer on the event.

The speaker expresses deep gratitude to Emma and Viola for their significant role in her life, acknowledges Anna O'Reilly and other friends, and appreciates the diversity in the room. She highlights the importance of Essence in promoting excellence and beauty for black women. The speaker also honors influential women like Paula Patton, Shonda Rhimes, Kerry Washington, and Pam Greer.

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