From Prison TV Rooms to the BET Awards

Three years ago, I was just another woman in a federal prison, sitting in the TV room, eyes glued to the screen, watching the BET Awards. I remember feeling like I was a world away from the glitz, the music, the celebration—like it was all happening in another life, one I’d never reach.

But here I am today, three years out, walking into those very same awards—no longer just a spectator, but a living testament to how far vision and resilience can take you.

I’m not an actress. I’m not your typical star. I’m a woman who once sat in a federal prison, writing down the dreams I had for myself. A woman who refused to let a prison number define her worth or her future.

Being at the BET Awards isn’t just about red carpets and cameras—it’s about showing the world that even the most broken chapters can lead to beautiful new beginnings. It’s about proving that no matter where you come from—no matter what label they try to put on you—you can still claim your place in the story you’re writing for yourself.

I want every woman reading this—whether you’re on your own journey of rebuilding, or you’ve felt the weight of labels and setbacks—to know this: Your story isn’t over. If it can happen for me, it can happen for you. Write the vision. Hold it tight. And don’t be afraid to step into the spotlight when your moment comes.

Because life isn’t about the mistakes you’ve made—it’s about what you do after the door swings open.

Stay free,

Sharita Moná

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