Sheila Johnson on her memoir "Walk Through Fire"

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  • Опубліковано 16 вер 2023
  • The co-founder of BET and the co-owner of three sports teams, Sheila Johnson had faced adversity on her way to becoming the first Black female billionaire. She tells her story in a new book, "Walk Through Fire: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Triumph," and talks with correspondent Nancy Giles about why giving up is not in her DNA.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 213

  • @glnnchrstphr9717
    @glnnchrstphr9717 10 місяців тому +126

    Stories like this are why I watch CBS Sunday Morning.

    • @tiboregoldberger6817
      @tiboregoldberger6817 10 місяців тому +1

      And that's why I don't watch to see all of God's millionaires and billionaires Network television Olegars millionaires billionaires who absolutely 💩💩 on the homeless working-class

    • @rosestephen6789
      @rosestephen6789 10 місяців тому +5

      LOVE CBs Sunday

  • @Stephtheencourager
    @Stephtheencourager 10 місяців тому +79

    She EXUDES class! I’ve always admired her! Blessings to her.

  • @danielallyway
    @danielallyway 10 місяців тому +60

    The Salamander Resort is what brings my wife & I into town each month. It's truly Middleburg's living room! Much love to you Ms. Sheila Johnson!

    • @LittleTut
      @LittleTut 8 місяців тому +1

      Yes, I've seen another report on Sheila Johnson and her resort property in Virginia. It's so beautiful. 🙂

  • @dijonrolle1846
    @dijonrolle1846 10 місяців тому +68

    Beautiful story and so happy for her.

  • @nedrawilliams6657
    @nedrawilliams6657 10 місяців тому +18

    " I just decided to buy the building"😂😂😂 i love it!

  • @jatedmond3639
    @jatedmond3639 10 місяців тому +35

    I have just finished the book. I couldn’t put it down. I absolutely love this woman. God has given her all that she will ever need, in spite of the anguish and heartbreak she endured. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️

    • @cbrb6594
      @cbrb6594 10 місяців тому +1

      Did she put wrote in the book she married the judge who grant the divorce?

    • @CharlesMcKinneyIV
      @CharlesMcKinneyIV 5 місяців тому

      He prepares a table before me in front of my enemies! (even though the coward didn't show up)@@cbrb6594

  • @cherylrleigh1912
    @cherylrleigh1912 10 місяців тому +72

    What an exceptional woman! I eagerly anticipate her memoir. Ms. Johnson's portrayal of the salamander serves as a brilliant testament to the power of resilience.

    • @kittykat1124
      @kittykat1124 10 місяців тому +2

      I have got to read her book🎉

  • @dmotta2811
    @dmotta2811 10 місяців тому +44

    I watched this story on cbs Sunday morning today. I loved it. I’m definitely going to go get the book. What a beautiful place she has.

  • @thekeith-donovanexperience
    @thekeith-donovanexperience 10 місяців тому +43

    Can’t wait to read, she has an amazing story.

    • @muhammad17115
      @muhammad17115 10 місяців тому +2

      The book should be a movie 🥲✌️🇺🇲

  • @toomuch5488
    @toomuch5488 10 місяців тому +19

    She is awesome. So glad she found her true love.

  • @peggygibbons479
    @peggygibbons479 10 місяців тому +17

    THANK YOU for bringing Nancy Giles in to do a story!! I adore her! She is The Real Deal and I love her so much!!

  • @glnnchrstphr9717
    @glnnchrstphr9717 10 місяців тому +34

    Many of us "walk through fire" to go through life. For most of us, it's a gift and a learning experience that makes us stronger and better people.

  • @divalocity
    @divalocity 10 місяців тому +16

    I just pre-ordered her book and can't wait to read it! She is an inspiration to me.

  • @SamSung-ww3rp
    @SamSung-ww3rp 10 місяців тому +19

    This was a brilliant piece!!!😊

  • @scuttlemabob
    @scuttlemabob 10 місяців тому +5

    My daughter and I love Salamander. She loves the equestrian center and the beautiful horses. It’s our annual back to school staycation retreat after a busy summer of camps, events and holiday activities. She is as lovely in person. Beautiful story!

  • @andreaduren
    @andreaduren 10 місяців тому +22

    I’m enthralled by her amazing story and want to see more. This would be a beautiful movie. Her story makes me so proud. 🙌🏽❤️🙌🏽

  • @itsonlyme303
    @itsonlyme303 10 місяців тому +13

    I am glad she found love 😊

  • @angelp.5224
    @angelp.5224 10 місяців тому +11

    ❤ what a great interview and inspiring lady!!

  • @lorettanericcio-bohlman567
    @lorettanericcio-bohlman567 10 місяців тому +7

    Fabulous story and thank you Nancy Giles for taking one for the journalistic team to go to the source 💪🏽💕

  • @rosestephen6789
    @rosestephen6789 10 місяців тому +8

    I haven't been excited about a book in a long time. Hitting the book store this weekend. ❤

  • @livinginrichmondvawithcherese
    @livinginrichmondvawithcherese 10 місяців тому +7

    Such an inspiration! I can't wait to read the book and meet her at Salamander. (Putting that out in the universe!!)

    • @ladyindaroom
      @ladyindaroom 10 місяців тому +2

      It’s already happened. Just a matter of time catching up 🙏🏿

  • @tawandahaulcy8700
    @tawandahaulcy8700 10 місяців тому +5

    I"m in tears. Thank you for blessing us with this book. I'm going to get it right away. I know God is using you to help so many people.

  • @sandram8761
    @sandram8761 10 місяців тому +6

    This was one of the loveliest SM pieces I've seen so far. Would love to see more.

  • @SamSung-ww3rp
    @SamSung-ww3rp 10 місяців тому +14

    Women, a lot of the time they quietly exist under the immense wait of life never realizing how strong they are in most situations.

  • @MissT813
    @MissT813 10 місяців тому +24

    Loved this story!❤

  • @Itzsheila3087
    @Itzsheila3087 10 місяців тому +4

    Inspiring indeed, love it, thank you from one Sheila to another🥳❤

  • @maturewoman81
    @maturewoman81 10 місяців тому +6

    I’m inspired. I can’t wait to read/listen to her memoir. 🥰

  • @juliej5917
    @juliej5917 10 місяців тому +4

    What an accomplished and lovely woman!!

  • @seebizz4583
    @seebizz4583 10 місяців тому +3

    I am inspired from watching this interview on CBS today! I now know the Powerful Story and back drop of this Author…Her New Book… Walking Through Fire…🔥! I can definitely relate 💯 percent! What an incredible list of achievements… most importantly…Sharing her amazing story to give everyone great encouragement to stay FOCUSED and HOPEFUL! Very impressive Professional!!!

  • @dovetales3
    @dovetales3 10 місяців тому +1

    I love Her. This story touched my heart. Thank you for sharing Her story. May Ms. Shelia New-Woman be continually blessed. 🥰🥰

  • @gwenmorris113
    @gwenmorris113 10 місяців тому +2

    What a beautiful testimony of God's goodness and grace in the form of His strength and resilience as the salamander.
    I was blessed to stay at the Salamander Hotel in Washington, DC for my birthday this past May (in which I was excited to stay because of her) and I always wanted to know why she named her properties "Salamander," now I know and I'm so proud of her definition. It truly describes my own life journey.
    Thank you Ms. Johnson (Williams) for being such a woman of great dignity, class, wisdom, grace and brilliance ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @eLLBdotmusic
    @eLLBdotmusic 10 місяців тому +1

    I cannot wait for the audio book. I must hear her story in her own voice! Thank God the judge listened to his mother!

  • @elainesmith7512
    @elainesmith7512 10 місяців тому +2

    May God continue to BLESS her! She's earned everything she has the hard way. Btw, I can't believe someone was so obtuse that they thought her life had been a smooth, trouble-free journey, now and in the past, because she was VERY wealthy! Haven't they paid attention to the drug abuse and suicides among the wealthy, beautiful an famous?😲😲❤❤🙏🙏

  • @maryburrell3948
    @maryburrell3948 10 місяців тому +5

    I loved this. Amazing story

  • @wendibrown8317
    @wendibrown8317 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Sheila for BEING GREAT ❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥

  • @bronxbaubles
    @bronxbaubles 10 місяців тому +3

    I needed to hear that today. I’ve walked through fire!!!

  • @Ittakesavillage111
    @Ittakesavillage111 10 місяців тому +3

    She has really strong character attributes, I look up to her.

  • @LittleTut
    @LittleTut 8 місяців тому

    Sheila Johnson. What a beautiful woman inside and out. I live very close to the then BET Studios in NE DC and remember BET, videos, etc. back in the day. I definitely have to buy her new memoir. And the story about the judge, long ago friend and eventual marriage to Sheila Johnson, is so beautiful. Great reporting also! 🙂👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @LMays-cu2hp
    @LMays-cu2hp 10 місяців тому +3

    Thank you foe sharing.

  • @romstar
    @romstar 10 місяців тому +3

    She's a lovely 😍🌹 lady and very smart 🤓 book on order now!

  • @royaldiadem762
    @royaldiadem762 10 місяців тому +1

    The book narrated by her on audio is amazing!

  • @cumingsca
    @cumingsca 9 місяців тому

    Phenomenal!!!!! Brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing!!!!

  • @styledtothetop3579
    @styledtothetop3579 9 місяців тому +1

    Wish this was longer. Reading Shelia’s book. She’s been on my vision board for almost 10 yrs. The only thing I haven’t manifested from that board. I dream of meeting her at the Market Salamander one morning!!!

  • @ladonnawashington1643
    @ladonnawashington1643 9 місяців тому

    Ooooo this brought tears to my eyes. Bravo Ms. Shelia! So happy for you and your mate. You did. I will too! Yayyyyyyyyyyy YOU!

  • @SKY77713
    @SKY77713 10 місяців тому

    Amazingly touching. I have always admired Sheila Johnson and see her as a mentor. What a beautiful spirit of perseverance! This is meaningful on so many levels.

  • @user-ds2tg6gc6x
    @user-ds2tg6gc6x 10 місяців тому +4

    Love it! Such an inspiration

  • @vanessasanders5647
    @vanessasanders5647 10 місяців тому +2

    Thanks for sharing

  • @kckgirl78
    @kckgirl78 10 місяців тому +1

    MY favorite is when Ms. Johnson bought the building that housed the gun shop!
    I would’ve loved to see the face of the gun shop owner when he learned that a Black woman was putting him out!!
    He can go display his people’s Confederate flag elsewhere.
    BRAVO and heartfelt congratulations for all of your achievements, Ms. Johnson!!
    👏🏽🎉👏🏽🎉

  • @Clintsessentials
    @Clintsessentials 10 місяців тому +4

    Love 💕 the ending...cute!

  • @jkstubbington
    @jkstubbington 8 місяців тому

    Wow. Just wow. Thank you for sharing the life of this amazing woman’s life.

  • @anitadawson7766
    @anitadawson7766 10 місяців тому +1

    She is a very smart businesswoman and just seems so loving. I can’t wait to order the book

  • @EverybodyLovesShun
    @EverybodyLovesShun 9 місяців тому

    I am in TEARS. This just filled my cup. I was on empty.. This was inspirational and beautiful! I could watch this 1000xs I mean that..

  • @finer_dove
    @finer_dove 9 місяців тому +1

    I’m going to have to get this book. This woman personifies a BAWSE. 🙌🏾💪🏾

  • @infinitekaosproductionsinc3042
    @infinitekaosproductionsinc3042 10 місяців тому +1

    This story gives me hope. Thanks for sharing

  • @user-cv4ul6bq4o
    @user-cv4ul6bq4o Місяць тому

    I began reading this book this morning. I’ve read 100 pages already. I can relate to so many of the comments she made about not fitting in. God chose a different way for us. Because we’re set apart. Many are called and few are chosen. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤

  • @NJInColor
    @NJInColor 9 місяців тому

    Sheila Johnson is such an inspiration! The Salamander Resort is absolutely breathtaking, can’t wait to go back!!!

  • @agoodgurl2k
    @agoodgurl2k 10 місяців тому

    I needed to hear your story today, thank you. 🙌🏾🕊️

  • @reezagibbons465
    @reezagibbons465 10 місяців тому +2

    I was born, raised and eventually for a decade Strive professionally . I wish though that we can showcase more stories of Nurture that creates a path with less fire.

  • @joycestepancevich6591
    @joycestepancevich6591 10 місяців тому +3

    What a great Lady!
    A great woman!!

  • @user-fl3vc8ir9l
    @user-fl3vc8ir9l 8 місяців тому

    This book has been amazing! Thank you for sharing your journey. We have had some similar experiences. Her story is encouraging!

  • @user-lp6xd7in8o
    @user-lp6xd7in8o 10 місяців тому +1

    Loved this story!. Beautiful story and so happy for her..

  • @bobbybuckhead
    @bobbybuckhead 10 місяців тому +3

    👏🏾👍🏿🌞🙏🏿✊🏿👊🏿🎊🎉💐…So Happy For Her Success!

  • @etinosayvonne_studio
    @etinosayvonne_studio 9 місяців тому

    Thank you so much. I am inspired 🎉❤

  • @Nena84734
    @Nena84734 10 місяців тому +2

    Wow, I’m getting that book right now!

  • @user-lh6dh7ir4h
    @user-lh6dh7ir4h 10 місяців тому +4

    She is the real deal!

  • @deborahblackshear3325
    @deborahblackshear3325 10 місяців тому +1

    So happy for her 💓. I will get her book.

  • @HumanTraffickingAwareness1111
    @HumanTraffickingAwareness1111 8 місяців тому

    Sooo beautiful im inspired again by finding her definitely gonna get this book!

  • @nlp6082
    @nlp6082 10 місяців тому +2

    She inspires me ❤‼️

  • @jae6506
    @jae6506 10 місяців тому +3

    What a woman👏🏽

  • @kristinesanchez5433
    @kristinesanchez5433 10 місяців тому +1

    such a beautiful story

  • @gruppegee
    @gruppegee 10 місяців тому

    For those who haven't been. Salamander in Middleburg is just such an amazing and beautiful place. From the ground to the rooms to the food and overall ambiance it's just amazing. Her properties in DC and the Caribbean are equally amazing. Certainly worth the visit for any of her properties, she curates an amazing experience.

  • @MJ-uz7cf
    @MJ-uz7cf 10 місяців тому +1

    Wonderful story 💛✨

  • @norathefish3338
    @norathefish3338 9 місяців тому

    Perfectly said, last sentence! What a wonderful example. ❤

  • @dee.tyson1
    @dee.tyson1 10 місяців тому +1

    Wow! Her estate is absolutely beautiful!!!

  • @gwensmith6
    @gwensmith6 10 місяців тому

    I'm so glad she found her.peace.

  • @kimedison6677
    @kimedison6677 9 місяців тому

    Looking forward to reading the book. What an inspiration.

  • @ItsKells
    @ItsKells 10 місяців тому

    Lovely interview and peek into Mrs. Johnson’s life 💜

  • @yeamaneal5652
    @yeamaneal5652 9 місяців тому

    I cannot wait to start reading this book!

  • @AntoinetteWolf
    @AntoinetteWolf 10 місяців тому

    What a blessing to find love like that.

  • @preciousone9377
    @preciousone9377 10 місяців тому +1

    Great story, I’m buying the book!

  • @aishah5244
    @aishah5244 10 місяців тому +1

    She bought the building! 🙌

  • @dumebie
    @dumebie 10 місяців тому +1

    Love this ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Caliboso7
    @Caliboso7 9 місяців тому

    Wow, how Beautiful! I am buying the book!!

  • @daphnesmith1686
    @daphnesmith1686 10 місяців тому

    EXTRAORDINARY Story. She is Absolutely ADORABLE ❤

  • @brandypopejohnson2072
    @brandypopejohnson2072 10 місяців тому +1

    I love ❤️ her story

  • @awesomealexanders690
    @awesomealexanders690 10 місяців тому

    Salamander Resort is stunning! I have been there, and it is world class!

  • @carlinenurnberger4163
    @carlinenurnberger4163 10 місяців тому +2

    Merci ❤

  • @windlechambers3546
    @windlechambers3546 10 місяців тому

    Love her story her Gid given strength!!!

  • @MichelleCarithersAuthor
    @MichelleCarithersAuthor 10 місяців тому +1

    great story!

  • @shirleyashanti3031
    @shirleyashanti3031 10 місяців тому

    The real deal right here. What a light.

  • @swilli10
    @swilli10 10 місяців тому

    So inspiring

  • @carlinenurnberger4163
    @carlinenurnberger4163 7 місяців тому

    Infinite blessings for your indomitable spirit . Merci 💎❤

  • @jessicaT12345
    @jessicaT12345 10 місяців тому +1

    what an inspiration!

  • @steffibaker6121
    @steffibaker6121 10 місяців тому +5

    GO SHEILA

  • @user-md2id3ec4y
    @user-md2id3ec4y 9 місяців тому

    Love you lady God bless you🎉❤❤❤

  • @MsSango
    @MsSango 10 місяців тому +8

    That was so inspiring Im about to look for some fire to walk through.

    • @annabelles1622
      @annabelles1622 10 місяців тому +3

      ❤❤❤ your comment touched me. So sending you love from afar, to wherever you are. I know you will make it!! And be great!

  • @sandragalati6281
    @sandragalati6281 10 місяців тому

    Wonderful story. I wish I could take a class from her in resilience.

  • @MariaAlvarez-mn9nd
    @MariaAlvarez-mn9nd 10 місяців тому +8

    What an inspirational story

  • @mililaniman
    @mililaniman 10 місяців тому +6

    I admire Sheila Johnson's work ethic.

  • @KrisHenry-bm9nb
    @KrisHenry-bm9nb 9 місяців тому +1

    I need a place where i can be alone at peace! Oh , yeah. Stunning!