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Her aunt is also her godmother.
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Gifted to her godmother Queen Victoria, Sally seeks to avenge those who took her as royal property.
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Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
Angelina Jolie's award presentation was made all the more special as it was delivered by her godmother Jacqueline Bisset.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
She was also named the godmother of Harry and Markle's first son, Archie.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
Maya Freelon’s first name comes from her godmother Maya Angelou.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
Angelina Jolie's award presentation was made all the more special as it was delivered by her godmother Jacqueline Bisset.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
She was also named the godmother of Harry and Markle's first son, Archie.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
Maya Freelon’s first name comes from her godmother Maya Angelou.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Godmother.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/godmother. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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godmother
noun
god·moth·er
ˈgäd-ˌmət͟h-ər 
also ˈgȯd-
: a female sponsor at baptism
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