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CPOY 73 Domestic Picture Story Award of Excellence: Becoming Cassius Tae

Deontè Gardner always knew he was destined to do big things. Growing up in Chicago made aspiring rapper alert and always thinking ahead. Gardner prophesied that he would do big things when he was young and now that prophesy has kept him focused on his dream: becoming Cassius Tae.

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November 23, 2017
Outside his childhood home in Chicago, Deontè Gardner looks over his shoulder before heading inside. Growing up in Chicago made the 22-year-old sharper, alert and always thinking ahead. The knack for planning has kept the aspiring muscian focused. Gardener prophesied that he would be successful and "be better" than himself when he was eight. Now, he is the first person on his block to go away for college and to graduate.
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