We’ve been following this amazing woman for so long! From her QVC host days to joining ShopHQ as a jewelry guest!!! In 2019, she launched the Albany Irvine Jewelry Collection. In 2020, she launched Healthy Haircare by Albany Irvin. Does this wonder woman get any sleep? Maybe we’ll find out in 20 Questions!!! Thank you, Albany for playing! Can’t wait for more fun with you on air!

20 Questions inspired by Marie Claire Magazine

1. What should every person try at least once in their life?
   
   Travel to a non english speaking country.
   
   
   
2. What brings you the greatest joy?
   
   Watching my children grow into themselves and discover who they are.
   
   
   
3. What brings you the greatest satisfaction?
   
   Helping women succeed! My word for 2021 is “embolden” (to give someone the courage or confidence to do something). I accidentally went into home shopping and my “why” for doing this business was that I wanted to help educate women to make savvy, informed purchasing decisions. It hurts me to see people get duped!
   
   
   
4. What is the best advice you’ve been given?
   
   When people show you their true colors, believe them!
   
   
   
5. Who do you follow on Twitter?
   
   Sallie Krawcheck, every travel blogger on the planet, Joyce Meyer
   
   
   
6. What is on your bookshelf?
   
   Historical Romance! I love getting caught up the period pieces. Currently reading Julia London. BTW–Kindle downloads are a completely different topic… but romance has to be a real book with real paper!!!
   
   
   
7. What charity do you support?
   
   Girl Scouts, Dress for success
   
   
   
8. What is on your bucket list?
   
   Visit Japan… i’m super intrigued by the culture.
   
   
   
9. What is on your perennial to-do list?
   
   Clean out/ organize my closet… I still hold out hope that I’ll get back in those jeans :~)
   
   
   
10. What are the last three items on your credit card statement?
    
    Amazon, The Real Real, TJ Maxx
    
    
    
11. What item in your closet do you wear the most?
    
    Black Steve Madden Sneakers with silver studs. I tell myself that they are dressy enough for any occasion.
    
    
    
12. Who are your heroes?
    
    I discover new heroes every day as I encounter women and hear their stories of struggle and success. Women are powerful, extraordinary beings.
    
    
    
13. Who is on the guest list for your ideal dinner party?
    
    Whomever would be willing to eat take out while driving teenagers to after-school events.
    
    
    
14. What is your greatest indulgence?
    
    MASSAGES!!!!!
    
    
    
15. What is on your nightstand?
    
    Readers (but do we have to admit that out loud?) and a sudoku puzzle book.
    
    
    
16. What quote do you live by?
    
    I have too many flaws to be perfect, but too many blessings to be ungrateful.
    
    
    
17. What is the best gift you’ve ever received?
    
    My children!!! It’s like opening a new present everyday.
    
    
    
18. What is one thing people would be surprised to know about you?
    
    I’m a transformed tomboy! Love to ride motorcycles and restore old cars.
    
    
    
19. What is your beauty secret?
    
    LOTS of water and sunscreen; plus regular exfoliation. I also have learned so much about supplements. Our bodies are amazing creatures; but as we get older, we have to nourish them a bit differently.
    
    
    
20. What is one thing you wish you knew when you were younger?
    
    It’s ok to be different; in fact we should celebrate our uniqueness!
    
    
    

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