Lauren Lee

Atlanta

Producer at CNN

Productions Producer at CNN International

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Articles

How Rotimi and Vanessa Mdee’s chance romance became a deep dive into faith and purpose | CNN

1 week ago | cnn.com | Lauren Lee |Larry Madowo

Musicians Olurotimi Akinosho aka Rotimi and Vanessa Mdee married in 2021. Vanessa Mdee Atlanta, Georgia CNN — When Nigerian American actor-singer Rotimi and Tanzanian pop star Vanessa Mdee first met in 2019, it was the beginning of a love story that neither of them expected. That first encounter six years ago could be straight from a rom-com.
How two visionary creators are shaping global design

3 weeks ago | cnn.com | Lauren Lee

Ad Feedback Video Ad Feedback How two visionary creators are shaping global design Jomo Tariku and Titi Ogufere are two trailblazing designers redefining African aesthetics on the global stage. From bold, heritage-inspired furniture to building a thriving design ecosystem, they are shaping the future of African creativity.
Savoring heritage: How people are celebrating their roots through timeless recipes

1 month ago | wcvb.com | Lauren Lee

Citizens from all over the globe and their descendants now call the US home sweet home. One of the perks, international cuisines made in America. I'm Megan Mitchell, and today we're exploring the culinary heritage that. Since the quest to live one's best life while honoring the beauty that was left behind. We'll start our food crawl in sunny Santa Fe. KOAT's Faith Eguano serves up *** story of *** go-getter who never forgot where he came from.
John Kani and Daudi Anguka take African stories global

1 month ago | cnn.com | Lauren Lee |Larry Madowo |Daniel Renjifo

Ad Feedback Video Ad Feedback John Kani and Daudi Anguka take African stories global CNN's Larry Madowo meets Daudi Anguka, the director of coastal Kenya's first Oscar entry, and John Kani, who portrayed King T'Chaka in "Black Panther," as they discuss how they are promoting African storytelling worldwide.
My Drive Ayo Maff

1 month ago | cnn.com | Lauren Lee

My Drive Ayo Maff Nigerian musician Ayo Maff, also known as the “Prince of the Streets” takes us on a cruise through Lagos, opening up about his hustle, anxiety, and the heat behind his hits.
The towering legacy of Dikembe Mutombo

1 month ago | krdo.com | Lauren Lee

By Lauren Lee, CNN(CNN) — He may be known for his fierce defense on the basketball court, and the iconic finger wag he gave opponents after blocking their shot, but giving back was NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo’s true calling card. The Democratic Republic of Congo native was considered one of the greatest defensive players in NBA history.
The towering legacy of Dikembe Mutombo

1 month ago | cnn.com | Lauren Lee

CNN — 03:58 - Source: CNN Celebrating Dikembe Mutombo: NBA icon and humanitarian hero 03:58 22:47 - Source: CNN How Dikembe Mutombo, Josh Okogie, and Yves Missi elevate African basketball 22:47
5 of America's most destructive infrastructure failures

2 months ago | koat.com | Lauren Lee

Roughly one year ago, on March 26, 2024, the Baltimore community was forever changed after a container ship crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse into the Patapsco river. Two people were rescued, but six members of a construction crew working on the bridge were killed in the collapse. Millions of dollars were lost while the waterway was closed and more than a billion dollars will be spent to rebuild. What has America learned from past disasters?
How Dikembe Mutombo, Josh Okogie, and Yves Missi elevate African basketball

2 months ago | cnn.com | Lauren Lee

How Dikembe Mutombo, Josh Okogie, and Yves Missi elevate African basketball CNN’s Larry Madowo explores the legacy of NBA great Dikembe Mutombo and introduces emerging African stars Yves Missi and Josh Okogie.
Celebrating Dikembe Mutombo: NBA icon and humanitarian hero

2 months ago | cnn.com | Lauren Lee

Celebrating Dikembe Mutombo: NBA icon and humanitarian hero NBA legends and friends share heartfelt stories about Dikembe Mutombo — his powerful defense, iconic finger wag, and the relentless humanitarian work that shaped his lasting legacy.