Single Mother of 2 Passes the Bar and Becomes an Inspiration to Moms Everywhere
December 04, 2024
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Jennifer Hudson welcomed Rhiannah Gordon and her two children to “The Jennifer Hudson Show” to discuss the viral video that captured a moment their family will never forget!
In May 2024, Rhiannah graduated from law school at age 34 and began the grueling process of studying for the California bar exam. When it came time to find out if she passed, Rhiannah recorded herself at her computer with her kids in the background.
“Oh, my God, I passed!” exclaimed Rhiannah in the video, and the family burst out in happy tears.
This video of Rhiannah and her kids’ emotional reaction to finding out she passed the bar — on her first try! — went viral, with over 6 million likes and 27 million views!
As a single mother, law school was not an easy ride. Rhiannah was the only parent in her law school class of 260 students. She had to study late into the night, juggling a job and sole parenting duties. She often had to bring her children with her to class when she couldn’t find childcare.
“It was a risk going back to school in my 30s, and, as a single mom, it was a big, big choice,” said Rhiannah, who is now practicing criminal law in her hometown of Sacramento, California. “So it is very nice for that choice to have worked out.”
“With that little word ‘passed,’ it showed that there’s a whole new world to come,” added her 12-year-old son, Flynn.
Rhiannah said there was a time she didn’t think becoming a lawyer was possible and is hoping her story encourages others to keep going. She especially hopes that her story inspires women of color to pursue law, as Black women make up only 2% of attorneys.
Studying for the bar is a lot of work, and Jennifer thinks Rhiannah deserves a little relaxation — which is why she surprised the family with a five-night all-inclusive stay at Meliá Cozumel in Mexico!
Rhiannah and her family will enjoy a five-night all-inclusive stay at Meliá Cozumel, where they’ll unwind on the white-sand beach, relax with rejuvenating spa treatments, and take in vibrant entertainment throughout their getaway.
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