Actor, musician, producer and performer LEON joins AW for a candid conversation about an extraordinary career spanning more than three decades and the man behind the work that has become part of the culture.

From unforgettable performances in The Five Heartbeats, Cool Runnings, Above the Rim, and Waiting to Exhale, to his acclaimed portrayals in The Temptations and Little Richard, LEON has built a body of work that continues to resonate across generations, earning Emmy and NAACP Award nominations along the way.

And his story is still being written.

LEON also stars as veteran defense attorney Greg Sims in the upcoming film WILDCARDS, a unique production that blends cinema and theatre.

Beyond film and television, LEON is a musician and frontman of LEON & The Peoples, continuing to create and perform while adding another dimension to a career that has never fit neatly into one lane.

In this revealing conversation, LEON opens up about recognizing when his work had become bigger than a role and part of the culture, what more than three decades of longevity has required of him, staying grounded through the different chapters of his career, and what continues to excite him creatively.

He also gets personal about what success has demanded, the lessons that come with experience, and the truth he wishes his younger self had understood.

Thoughtful, authentic and open, LEON gives us something beyond the iconic performances and accomplishments: a glimpse at the man, his perspective, and the life behind an enduring cultural legacy.

LEON also shares what's next, from WILDCARDS to his music with LEON & The Peoples and performing live at City Winery NYC, proving that more than three decades into his career, he's still creating new chapters.

AW Confidential, Where Truth Transforms.

To learn more about LEON, visit www.justleon.com or Instagram @wwwjustleon

What if understanding your healthcare options could change your life?

Millions of women live with uterine fibroids, yet many spend years searching for answers, living with painful symptoms, or believing surgery is their only option.

In this episode of AW Confidential, Yvette Bodden sits down with Dr. Yan Katsnelson, founder of Fibroid Fighters and a cardiac surgeon dedicated to advancing awareness around uterine fibroids and empowering women through education.

Together, they discuss why so many women remain unaware of their treatment options, the emotional impact of living with fibroids, and why informed healthcare decisions begin with honest conversations.

Whether you're living with fibroids, supporting someone who is, or simply want to become a better advocate for your health, this conversation offers valuable insights that every woman should hear.

• Why Dr. Yan founded Fibroid Fighters
• Why awareness and education are critical to women's health
• Common misconceptions about fibroids
• The emotional impact of living with fibroids
• Why women deserve to understand all of their healthcare options
• One truth every woman should hear about her health

If this conversation empowers you, please share it with someone who may benefit from it. One honest conversation has the power to change a life.

To learn more about Fibroid Fighters, visit: www.fibroidfighters.org

What happens when a personal health journey becomes a mission to help others?

In this special episode of AW Confidential, Yvette Bodden sits down with model, entrepreneur, television personality, and Fibroid Fighters Ambassador Cynthia Bailey for an honest conversation about women's health, advocacy, and the importance of breaking the silence around uterine fibroids.

Millions of women live with fibroids, yet many spend years searching for answers, dismissing symptoms, or feeling alone in their diagnosis. Cynthia shares why lending her voice to this cause became deeply personal, what she hopes women take away from conversations like these, and why education and self-advocacy are essential to making informed healthcare decisions.

This conversation is a reminder that awareness is more than information. It's about giving women the confidence to ask questions, explore their options, and know they are not alone.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why Cynthia Bailey became an advocate for women's health.
• The importance of breaking the silence around uterine fibroids.
• How awareness empowers women to make informed healthcare decisions.
• The power of honest conversations to create change.

If this conversation resonates with you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that their health matters and their voice does too.

To learn more about Cynthia, visit Instagram @cynthiabailey