A globally recognized Filipina foundation will honor a Bainbridge Island woman for her work melding representation with the performing arts in her local community, with a global impact.

The Filipina Women's Network has named singer, actress and community leader Stephanie Reese as one of the 25 Most Influential Filipina Women in the World. Headquartered in San Francisco, FWN spans more than 35 countries and annually celebrates female leaders who push boundaries in their local communities.

Born in Seattle and of multicultural Filipina descent, Reese will be the sole recipient with a performing arts background spanning various destinations including New York, London and Paris. She has appeared in leading roles in musical productions of “Miss Saigon,” “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” and “The

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