Comedian Tiffany Haddish became visibly emotional during a stand-up performance after spotting a familiar face in the audience: Coletta Lewis, the social worker who played a pivotal role in her life. Haddish paused her set to acknowledge Lewis, crediting her with believing in her during a difficult childhood and encouraging her to attend the Laugh Factory Comedy Camp—an opportunity Haddish says helped change the course of her future. The moment highlighted the often unseen impact of mentors and social workers whose guidance can leave a lasting imprint well beyond the moment it’s given.
Source: @tiffanyhaddish
