Princess A.V. is a modern-day renaissance woman. An accomplished singer, actress, writer, director, dancer, model, and graphic designer only touches the surface of the many talents she embodies.
Princess A.V. was born in Chicago and possesses an Associates of Arts Degree from Olive Harvey College and a Graphic Arts Certificate from Computer Training Institute of Chicago. She is currently studying Application Development at Harvard University and Broadcasting at Illinois Media School.
Princess A.V. caught the singing and acting bug as a little girl, inspired to perform professionally after seeing Paula Abdul. She began singing in church at 4 and has continued to sing in present day. As a professional recording artist, she has written and sang background for various artists of all genres. She is a member of the renowned gospel choir: The True Voices of Christ lead by Pastor Reginald Earl McCraken, Jr., known for their most popular song “Pressing My Way”.
As an actress and director, Princess A.V. has participated in countless productions ranging from the live stage, television, and film over her life span. Her most recent directorial work has been in partnership with Dream Real Theatre Company and several productions housed at the Harold Washington Cultural Center in Chicago, IL. In 2020, she will embark on a new journey producing, writing, and directing the stage play “Broken” and the comedy series “Dating the Chi” which is slated for release in 2021. She will also produce a show “Eating Good in the Hood” which will review and feature local restaurants.
Princess A.V. has worked and volunteered for over 15 years in the Chicago Public School system not only as a mentor, but a dance coach for various teams. She also taught and coached dance for the Lanita Joseph Cultural Center and currently for The Music Box Foundation “Fyrettes”.
Princess A.V. is an entrepreneur. She is the owner A.V. Graphics & Designs; which is a design and printing company, A Wonderful Event; an event coordinating company, Cincerely Yours, Inc.; an entertainment company providing management and promotion, and now the debut of Royalty Beauty Brands company providing eyelashes, hair weave, and cosmetic products.
Princess A.V. biggest and most important accomplishments are her children. She is a single mother of two children; Her son; a senior in College and a daughter; a senior in High school.
Princess A.V. has always been known as a dreamer and a hard worker. In the future, she hopes to start her own non-for-profit and work on more tech projects as she chases her goals in being a mogul. Though times have been rough on this journey, she keeps going because she believes that “All things are possible through Christ… “and he continues to lead her way.
