(WorldWide Entertainment TV) TD Black History Month celebrations launched on January 27th 2020 in Toronto. At the media invite was the iconic actress Tonya Williams who played the lovable Olivia Winters on the popular Young and The Restless.She was introduced by Canadian hip hop icon Maestro Fresh Wes.

Tonya Williams is a Canadian actress, producer, and director best known for her role as Dr. Olivia Barber Winters on the long-running soap opera The Young and the Restless. She has had a successful career in television and film while also being a strong advocate for diversity in the entertainment industry.

Breakthrough Role on The Young and the Restless

• In 1990, Williams joined The Young and the Restless as Dr. Olivia Barber, a role she played for over two decades.
• She became one of the most prominent Black actresses on daytime television, earning multiple award nominations.

Other Notable Roles

• Appeared in popular TV shows like Hill Street Blues, A Different World, Soul Food, and The Ladies Man.
• Acted in films such as Children of the Dust alongside Sidney Poitier.

Activism & Reelworld Film Festival

• Founded the Reelworld Film Festival in 2001, an organization dedicated to promoting diverse talent in film and television.
• Has been a strong advocate for Black and underrepresented voices in the entertainment industry.

Legacy & Influence

Tonya Williams has not only made a lasting impact as an actress but also as a producer and industry leader working to create opportunities for marginalized communities in film and television.