{"id":270195,"date":"2026-06-17T23:13:38","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T23:13:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/270195\/"},"modified":"2026-06-17T23:13:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T23:13:38","slug":"influential-women-of-staten-island-awards-celebrates-community","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/270195\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;Influential Women Of Staten Island&#8217; Awards Celebrates Community"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Helloooooo, beautiful! One of our fave boss babes was seen on the (Staten Island) scene making an impact by shining a spotlight on her borough\u2019s boldest and brightest. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hellobeautiful.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">HelloBeautiful<\/a> Editorial Director <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shamika_sanders\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Shamika Sanders<\/a> recently spotlighted a dynamic group of women of color whose service, success, and stewardship took center stage at the inaugural Influential Women of Staten Island Awards.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817292347458.jpeg\" alt=\"Four women in red dresses posing together, smiling and holding awards.\" class=\"wp-image-4591197\"  \/><br \/>\u00a0Influential Women of Staten Island<br \/>(L-R) Mattie Reynolds, Shamika Sanders, Councilwoman Kamillah Hanks, and Alma Nikki Rosado\/ Source: Prince Dukes Sr. \/ @pdsphotographyy<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Held at Legacy Suites in Staten Island, New York, and hosted by Destiny Rodriguez of Destiny\u2019s Happy Hour, the ravishing red invite-only luncheon brought together local leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives for an afternoon of recognition, networking, and celebration. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817294298744.png\" alt=\"A group of five young women wearing red dresses and tops posing together in front of a red and black backdrop with floral arrangements.\" class=\"wp-image-4591210\"  \/>Source: Prince Dukes Sr. \/ @pdsphotographyy<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among this year\u2019s honorees was District 49 Councilwoman Kamillah Hanks, who received the Community Change Agent Award in recognition of her commitment to advocacy and community development. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817292666686-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"Two women in formal attire, one in a red dress and the other in a floral print dress, holding an award and smiling.\" class=\"wp-image-4591199\"  \/>Marci Bishop and Councilwoman Kamilah Hanks\/ Source: Prince Dukes Sr. \/ @pdsphotographyy<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Alma Nikki Rosado, immediate past president of the Jack and Jill Staten Island Chapter, was presented with the Pioneer Award for her efforts in helping establish the organization on Staten Island.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781729473947.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman in a red dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2023&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591213\"  \/>Alma Nikki Rosado\/ Source: Prince Dukes Sr. \/ @pdsphotographyy<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entrepreneur Amazing Grace D\u00e9cor was recognized with the Visionary Award for her contributions to the community through event planning and business leadership, while Curtis High School Girls Varsity Basketball Coach Talia Sutton received the Power Player Award for her impact on young people through sports and mentorship. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mattie Reynolds rounded out the list of honorees, earning the Boss Baddie Award for her success in corporate America and commitment to representing women of color in executive spaces.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817290726582-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"Two women in formal red dresses posing in front of a red floral backdrop, one wearing glasses and holding a red purse.\" class=\"wp-image-4591188\"  \/>Mattie Reynolds and Shamika Sanders\/ Source: Prince Dukes Sr. \/ @pdsphotographyy<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to honoring five standout women, Sanders also used the occasion to amplify dozens more through a social media campaign highlighting her annual list of 50 Influential Women of Staten Island.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The multi-sensory affair included music by The Moody Bros. and a culinary experience curated by chef Tyasia White. Sponsors included The Doux, The B Firm PR, and She &amp; Her Hair Studio, whose founder also spoke about her recently released documentary, Strands. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Honorees were also treated to jewelry via Christin Marie Studios.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sanders emphasized in a statement that the awards luncheon was a prime opportunity to celebrate the women helping shape Staten Island\u2019s future while creating the type of elevated experiences she believes are often missing from the borough\u2019s cultural landscape.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWorking in media for 10+ years, I\u2019ve had the pleasure of attending many luxurious events,\u201d Sanders said. \u201cAnd I rarely see those type of opportunities on Staten Island, where I live. I want to bring those types of curated experiences to my community while spotlighting local vendors, talents and figures who don\u2019t get the recognition they deserve.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A longtime storyteller and advocate for Black women, Sanders has built a career amplifying underrepresented voices through journalism, digital content, and social media. We\u2019re proud to see the Influential Women of Staten Island Awards becoming an extension of the media maven\u2019s vision. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See more Influential Women Of Staten Island Awards photos below!<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\/<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591212\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817294589114-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman in a red dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591212\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" data-id=\"4591204\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817293304496.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman in a red dress stands in front of a red velvet backdrop, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591204\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591211\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817294430399-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red sequin dress stands in front of a red floral backdrop, holding a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591211\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" data-id=\"4591210\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781737996_257_17817294298744.png\" alt=\"A group of five young women wearing red dresses and tops posing together in front of a red and black backdrop with floral arrangements.\" class=\"wp-image-4591210\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591209\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817294150141-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman in a burgundy dress stands in front of a red floral backdrop, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591209\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591216\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817295193569-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red outfit and sunglasses stands in front of a red and black backdrop with floral arrangements. A sign behind her reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591216\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591215\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817295041609-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591215\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591214\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817294878437-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"Two women in red dresses posing and making peace signs in front of a red floral backdrop with a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Long Island&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591214\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591222\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817295977788-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red dress standing in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a black purse. A sign behind her reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591222\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591223\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817296127276-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"Poster for an event titled &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island&quot; on June 14, 2026, sponsored by The Dour, Her, Strands, and Sher.\" class=\"wp-image-4591223\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591224\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817296281285-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a burgundy dress stands in front of a red velvet backdrop, holding a pink clutch and a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591224\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781729643595-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red halter dress stands in front of a red velvet backdrop, holding a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591225\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591217\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781729535645-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"Two women in red dresses posing in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591217\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591218\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817295505223-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591218\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" data-id=\"4591226\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817296594909.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman wearing a red and pink dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop with a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2006&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591226\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591227\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817296738517-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red lace dress stands in front of a backdrop of red roses and velvet curtains, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591227\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591229\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781729689151.jpg\" alt=\"Three women in red dresses posing in front of a red floral backdrop with a sign that says &quot;Virtual Women's Summit on Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591229\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591220\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817295816683-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman in a red sequined dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591220\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591219\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817295664625-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman in a red dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591219\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" data-id=\"4591213\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781738007_939_1781729473947.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman in a red dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2023&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591213\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817293974601-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"Two women posing in front of a red floral backdrop, one wearing a red sequin dress and the other a white suit with a red tie.\" class=\"wp-image-4591208\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591207\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781729380668-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red dress stands in front of a red and black backdrop holding a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591207\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781738009_659_17817292666686-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"Two women in formal attire, one in a red dress and the other in a floral print dress, holding an award and smiling.\" class=\"wp-image-4591199\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817292826017-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red dress and braided hairstyle stands in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591200\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591201\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/178172929941-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"Two women in red dresses posing in front of a red and black backdrop with floral arrangements and a sign that says &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591201\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817293154604-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman wearing a red dress stands in front of a backdrop of red roses and velvet curtains. A sign behind her reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591202\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591205\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817293504258-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"Three women in red dresses posing in front of a red and black backdrop with floral arrangements.\" class=\"wp-image-4591205\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591206\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817293655998-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman in a red dress stands in front of a red floral backdrop, holding a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women of Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591206\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591191\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817291261583-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"Two women in formal dresses posing in front of a red floral backdrop, one wearing a red floral dress and the other a red sequined gown.\" class=\"wp-image-4591191\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" data-id=\"4591184\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817288378958.png\" alt=\"A group of five young women dressed in red formal attire posing in front of a red and black backdrop with red floral arrangements.\" class=\"wp-image-4591184\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591190\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781729108387-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"Two women in red dresses standing in front of a red floral backdrop, one holding an award.\" class=\"wp-image-4591190\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\" data-id=\"4591189\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817290906893.jpeg\" alt=\"A group of women dressed in red and pink outfits seated at tables, enjoying drinks and conversation in a dimly lit, ornate room with chandeliers.\" class=\"wp-image-4591189\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591188\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781738016_483_17817290726582-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"Two women in formal red dresses posing in front of a red floral backdrop, one wearing glasses and holding a red purse.\" class=\"wp-image-4591188\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591187\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817290544604-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"A woman in a red sequined dress standing in front of a red and black backdrop, holding a microphone and gesturing with her hand. The backdrop features red curtains and a large drum.\" class=\"wp-image-4591187\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591186\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817290322023-rotated.jpeg\" alt=\"A woman in a red floral dress stands at a podium, speaking into a microphone. Behind her is a red curtain and a sign that reads &quot;Influential Women Staten Island 6.4.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591186\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"1024\" width=\"683\" data-id=\"4591185\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/17817290119163-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a red sequin dress holding an award stands in front of a backdrop of red flowers and purple curtains. The sign behind her reads &quot;Influential Women Staten Island 6.14.2026&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-4591185\"  \/>Prince Dukes Sr.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Helloooooo, beautiful! 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