Published: January 15, 2009

Y&R's Tonya Lee Williams Nominated for 2009 NAACP Image Award

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After three years of self-imposed absence from The Young and The Restless, Tonya Lee Williams returned last September and reprieved her role of 15 years as Dr. Olivia Winters. Her return was even more enhanced by the recent announcements of the 2009 NAACP Image Award nominees held this January 7 at the Beverly Hilton, where Ms. Williams name was announced in the category for Outstanding Actress in a Daytime Series. An award she has previously received in 2002 and 2000.

Not only are Y&R fans thrilled and excited to have 'Olivia' back, but Ms. Williams couldn't be happier. "It's wonderful to be back on the show, the time away has revitalized my passion for the character and I can't wait to see what the writers have in store for Olivia over the coming year" In her time away Tonya has been busy. She starred in the feature film "Poor Boys Game" with Danny Glover and continues to run ReelWorld Film Festival that she founded in 2001. "I feel privileged to have the opportunity to help new and emerging talent reach their full potential and their goals.

The NAACP Image awards, created in 1967, honor the achievements of people of color in the arts. The ceremony is set to take place February 12 live from Los Angeles' Shrine Auditorium.

ReelWorld Film Festival (RWFF); Canada's premiere non-profit film festival celebrating cultural diversity in front of and behind the camera. What began as a small festival has since garnered international attention. ReelWorld Film Festival will be celebrating its 9th year and takes place April 15-19, 2009 in Toronto.

For more information visit the ReelWorld website www.reelworld.ca

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