To mark Women’s History Month, Broadway icon and Disney legend Lea Salonga took part in a special edition of "Note to Self" on CBS Mornings, where she wrote a heartwarming letter to her 17-year-old self, reflecting on her extraordinary journey from the Philippines to the global stage.

In the segment, the Tony Award-winning actress read her letter as she reflected on her early years in the entertainment industry, her breakthrough role in Miss Saigon, and the impact she unknowingly made on future generations of Asian performers.

"It was your mother’s determination that set you on a course to make movies, host television shows, and perform in front of tens of thousands of people," Lea wrote. "All of it will prepare you to land the lead role in the West End musical, Miss Saigon."

The singer went on to describe the moment she would arrive on Broadway and how she would eventually become the first Asian actress to win a Tony Award.

"You will come to Broadway, the world you only know through watching the Tony Awards on television. You will one day, thanks to Miss Saigon, win a Tony for yourself, becoming the very first Asian actress to hold that trophy," she said.

Lea also reflected on her groundbreaking work with Disney. "You will become the first ever princess of color, singing as Jasmine in the movie Aladdin. You'll later voice another Disney princess, Mulan. Generations of children will grow up on these films," she said.

But it was a future moment backstage that would leave her most emotional. "Perhaps the greatest reward you will ever receive won't be a trophy, plaque, or medal. It will come in the form of another young Asian actor making her Broadway debut. She will give you the tightest hug and will softly say that your being onstage showed her that she could do this," Lea wrote. "You may sing for a living, but in this moment, you will be rendered speechless."

Lea concluded the letter with a heartfelt message about motherhood.

"One more thing, when you're 35 years old, you will give birth to the love of your life. Someone who'll share your love for musicals and performing. He will be a massive Sondheim nerd, understanding the lyrics that confounded you when you were a young woman. His name is Nic. Trust me, you’re gonna love him," she stated.