Diary of a Single Mom

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Diary of a Single Mom is a drama web series. This series is about three single mothers and their fight through obstacles trying to get ahead. [1] [2]

Contents

Diary of a Single Mom
Written byCheryl L. West
Original languageEnglish
Production
Producer Robert Townsend
Production locationsLos Angeles, California
EditorRobert Pergament
Production companiesOne Economy, V Studio, Townsend Entertainment

Cast

Awards and recognition

The series was voted Indie Soap Awards of the Year and Best Guest Actor in 2009, receiving 13 award nominations in that year. [4] [5] [6]

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