DaniLeigh: Love & Loss, + Faith & Redemption

DaniLeigh: Love & Loss, + Faith & Redemption

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August 20, 2026 · 35 min · Season 3 · Episode 8

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DaniLeigh shares her journey of love, loss, and faith in a candid conversation with Honey German.

DaniLeigh joins Honey German for a raw, emotional and revealing episode of Gracias, Come Again.  The Dominican American artist, choreographer, dancer...opens up about her upbringing in Miami, her move to Los Angeles and the experiences that shaped the woman she is today. DaniLeigh begins by sharing the incredible story of being discovered by Prince at only 18 years old. She explains how they met, what their relationship was truly like and how Prince trusted her with “Breakfast Can Wait.” Dani directed and starred in the music video, even stepping into the role of Prince. She also reflects on the life-changing lessons she received from one of music’s greatest icons and how she felt when he passed away. The conversation continues with Dani’s 2019 collaboration with Chris Brown on the hit “Easy” remix and the pressure that comes with being publicly linked to other celebrities. Dani then shares one of the most personal chapters of her life, her father’s battle with cancer and the heartbreak of losing him.  She becomes emotional while remembering the relationship they shared and the blessing of her father meeting her daughter, whom…

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Host: Honey German

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