Fantasia Barrino Reveals Struggles and Triumphs Post-'American Idol'

From financial hardships to a Golden Globe nomination for 'The Color Purple', Barrino shares her journey in the entertainment industry.

Fantasia Barrino, winner of the third season of 'American Idol', has opened up about the financial and personal struggles she faced following her win.
Barrino faced a lawsuit from her father, survived an overdose, and had to undergo surgery to remove two tumors from her vocal cords.
She attributes her hardships to her lack of knowledge about the entertainment industry and the importance of being a businesswoman.
Barrino initially disliked playing Celie in 'The Color Purple' on Broadway due to the emotional toll it took on her, but agreed to reprise the role in the film version due to director Blitz Bazawule's approach to the story.
Barrino has been nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance in 'The Color Purple', which opened in theaters on Christmas Day.