Tru Issue 25 , Volume 4, 2015 | Page 15

caught the public’s attention by appearing on an episode of BET’s 106 & Park. She was there for a segment which highlighted the success of her organic cookie business. Also worthy of a mention is the fact that as a young teen of only thirteen at the time DeAnna launched the company by herself ! In March 2013, she again appeared on BET’s 106 & Park. This time on their “Wild Out Wednesday” episode. At no surprise to us, she won that competition hands down. She later advanced to the final rounds to compete during the Coca-Cola Championship which made it her 3rd appearance on BET in one year. In April of 2014 DeAnna traveled to Atlanta, Georgia to perform during the 2014 Epic Women’s Conference as opening act for legendary vocalist, Angie Stone. Throughout all of many endeavors as an artist DeAnna still remains very active in her community and conscious of her goal that she be sure to allow sufficient time to be able to continue on with her numerous volunteer commitments. Equally as impressive as her drive and determination are the countless awards and honors that she has received. As a philanthropist and volunteer for important causes such as; Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.’s Rainbow Push Coalition, DeAnna remains humble and grounded. As keynote speaker and performer at events for several non-profit organizations and church groups she has effortlessly clocked well over 2800 hours of community service putting in the hard work which fulfills her ongoing desire and dedication to giving back. One glance at DeAnna’s track record is certain proof that being a great citizen is just as important to her as giving her phenomenal gift of music and song to the world. Her team tells us that she’s currently in the studio working on her latest project with her producer, Treasure aka ‘Big Trez’. We’re anxious to hear the rest of the magic that those two will create, that’s for sure. Her already blazing hot new singles; ‘Miss Cookie’ and ‘Stealth Mode’ put us all notice that Ms. Stealth didn’t come to play. Her addicting anthem “Miss Cookie” proudly boasts that she’s; “the calm before the storm”, “look at you then look at me- with no make-up talk about real”. From where we sit “REAL” is only the beginning of the many adjectives that describe her! Photographer: Rob Relosa