Unconventional Wisdom: Somaya Reese

WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - Somaya Reese is known for keeping it real as a cast member on the reality show "Love & Hip Hop New York."

Outside of reality TV, she has turned her Slim Tea business into a booming million dollar business.

But before the fame and fortune, it was a rough journey.

From growing up in living in a garage, navigating the violent gang world in South central LA, running away from home to battling her personal demons, she discusses how she has turned all her setbacks into success.

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FOX 5 Anchor Wisdom Martin sits down with reality TV stars, actors and everyone in between. Nothing is off limits, bringing you unconventional wisdom.

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