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Proclamation honoring the actress/comedienne Sommore for her community service and outreach to students in Allegheny County on April 24, 2007.
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WHEREAS, actress/comedienne “Sommore” will be lending her time and national celebrity status to Allegheny County on April 24, 2007 when she meets with students in an effort to curb the rash of violence and drop out rate that is negatively impacting African-American youth and the region as a whole; and
WHEREAS, last year Sommore played in over 72 cities, sharing her unique, sharp wit, cutting sarcasm and real life experiences with sold out audiences; and
WHEREAS, Sommore's outstanding screen performances include Soul Plane, Friday After Next and The Queens of Comedy Tour, and her television appearances have included guest starring on the Jay Leno Show, Real Time with Bill Maher, The Hughley's and The Parkers; and
WHEREAS, last year, CNN Headline News featured Sommore, highlighting her record-breaking success with audiences and financial accomplishments as the highest grossing stand-up comedienne in the United States; and
WHEREAS, Sommore has embraced many different cultures and lifestyles by reaching out to fans from all ethnic groups, and her joyous energy and side-splitting performances have mesmerized audiences;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Allegheny County Council does hereby commend Sommore for her community service and outreach to students within Allegheny County. We extol your leadership and guidance, which serves as an inspiration to this Council and to the residents of Allegheny County.