Brooks fondly remembers learning about her nomination.
Since then, she’s been trying to stay present.
I have really been focused on living in the moment because each moment has been so special.
Axelle/Bauer-Griffin
In honor of her first nomination, Brooks had a few musts.
I wanted a color that complimented my skin, but that also made a statement.
Red is a power color and I am feeling powerful, she says.
Another reference was Joyce Bryant, known, Austin says, as the Black Marilyn Monroe.
She was an incredible jazz vocalist, nicknamed The Belter; mermaid dresses were her signature, Austin adds.
As for her post-ceremony celebration plans?
Dancing the night away with a glass of Pinot!
Starting off with a good cup of tea always starts my day off right.
I really wanted that Old Hollywood glam hair and Tish Celestine delivered.
Feeling fabulous before even putting on the dress.
My HMU team never miss.
Somebody put me in a beauty campaign now!
