Mahalia Jackson biopic may soon be coming to the big-screen (that is, whenever the big screens are up and running after the pandemic is over). Only days after Lifetime announced a made-for-television biopic on the singing and civil rights legend, a big-screen venture on the same has also been given the green-signal. Set to be … “Finally! We’re Going To Have a Big-Screen Mahalia Jackson Biopic, with Jill Scott in the Lead”
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Zoe Saldana Apologises for Playing Nina Simone in Biopic, “I Know Better Today”
Zoe Saldana is finally reflecting back on her choice of playing Nina Simone in the icon’s former unauthorised biopic, released in the year 2016. The 42 year old actress was under a lot of public scrutiny, after backlash over her selection for the lead role had suggested that she was not ‘black enough’ to play … “Zoe Saldana Apologises for Playing Nina Simone in Biopic, “I Know Better Today””
Mahalia Jackson Biopic To Be Curated By Lifetime, With Danielle Brooks in Lead
Gospel pioneer and legend, Mahalia Jackson’s legacy is going to be treated by a made-for-television biopic from Lifetime. The network, which in the recent years has built a reputation of curating numerous biopics on African American musicians and influencers, has now picked the late songbird as their latest subject of exploration. Ms. Jackson – who … “Mahalia Jackson Biopic To Be Curated By Lifetime, With Danielle Brooks in Lead”
Whitney Houston Biopic By Bohemian Rhapsody Writer Gets Thanksgiving 2022 Release Date!
Whitney Houston’s first official biopic, might be hitting the theatres a little later than what we expected. The late icon’s tell-all, being helmed under the guidance of her industry mentor – Clive Davis, has come under the wings of Sony – who’re looking for a theatrical release around Thanksgiving 2022. In a recent announcement, Sony … “Whitney Houston Biopic By Bohemian Rhapsody Writer Gets Thanksgiving 2022 Release Date!”
Watch: Trailer For Lifetime’s Biopic On The Clark Sisters
Did you ever think you needed a biopic on the great, the fabulous and the legendary – Clark Sisters? Well, Lifetime has the answers to you. The network has readied a brand new tell-all on the lives and professional rise of the iconic gospel group, often referred to as the – ‘first ladies of gospel.’ … “Watch: Trailer For Lifetime’s Biopic On The Clark Sisters”
‘That’s ridiculous’: Viola Davis Reacts to the “News” Of Julia Roberts Playing Harriet Tubman
Although it has been a thing of the past – but ever since the news of a certain top studio executive, once considering Julia Roberts to portray Harriet Tubman in her biopic – has been made public, people can’t help but talk about the attempted ‘white wash’ of history. It was earlier this month – … “‘That’s ridiculous’: Viola Davis Reacts to the “News” Of Julia Roberts Playing Harriet Tubman”
Official Michael Jackson Biopic in the Works From ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Producer
After a number of documentaries and films depicting his life that the estate of the late Michael Jackson had an issue with, they have planned to tell a story – approved and sanctioned by them. In a first – the late King of Pop’s estate is gearing to bring an ‘estate-approved’ version of his story … “Official Michael Jackson Biopic in the Works From ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Producer”
Selena’s Story Turned Into a Netflix Series. Watch Trailer of the NEW Show Here!
Selena Quintanilla – one of the most iconic stars of Tejano music, who met an unfortunate end back in the mid 90’s, will have a new series honoring her life story. The singer and performer’s life has previously been put on celluloid when Jennifer Lopez stepped in the shoes of the songstress in 1997. The … “Selena’s Story Turned Into a Netflix Series. Watch Trailer of the NEW Show Here!”
First Look: Jennifer Hudson as Aretha Franklin in Queen of Soul’s Upcoming Biopic!
After much anticipation, Jennifer Hudson’s first look from the upcoming Aretha Franklin biopic is out and it has got us all excited. The Oscar winning actress and singer has stepped into the shoes of the late Queen of Soul for the first major big-screen adaptation of her story – in what may be considered her … “First Look: Jennifer Hudson as Aretha Franklin in Queen of Soul’s Upcoming Biopic!”
Mary J. Blige Joins Cast on Jennifer Hudson’s Aretha Franklin Biopic!
Are you already excited at the thought of Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson stepping in the shoes of the late Aretha Franklin for her upcoming biopic? Well, hold on to your horses, coz there’s more reason for you to be be in a frenzy. The Queen of Soul’s upcoming official biopic has now also got onboard, … “Mary J. Blige Joins Cast on Jennifer Hudson’s Aretha Franklin Biopic!”