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Cynthia Erivo is The Queen of Soul in a New Teaser for National Geographic’s Upcoming ‘Genius: Aretha’ Series

Source: Youtube Premiering Memorial Day weekend on Nat Geo. National Geographic has unveiled the first teaser for the upcoming limited series, Genius: Aretha, starting Cynthia Erivo. WATCH: Jennifer Hudson Offers a Rousing Rendition Of “Respect” in Aretha Franklin Biopic Trailer The 30-second clip offers a glimpse at Erivo as the late Queen of Soul, charting … Read moreCynthia Erivo is The Queen of Soul in a New Teaser for National Geographic’s Upcoming ‘Genius: Aretha’ Series

Raphael Saadiq to Executive Produce Aretha Franklin Mini-Series on National Geographic

  Photo by Frank Hoensch/Redferns Cynthia Erivo will play the legendary singer. Aretha Franklin is the latest musical icon to get the silver screen treatment. On Wednesday, National Geographic announced an upcoming limited series Genius: Aretha. Raphael Saadiq will executive produce the show, while Terence Blanchard will provide the score. Cynthia Erivo will reportedly star as … Read moreRaphael Saadiq to Executive Produce Aretha Franklin Mini-Series on National Geographic

Aretha Franklin’s Son Blasts ‘Respect’ Biopic, Insists Fans Boycott

(Photo by Cindy Ord/FilmMagic via Getty Images) Franklin’s son claims the film’s writers didn’t consult him, while the late singer’s attorney maintains he never actually asked to participate in the film’s creation. Kecalf Franklin, the youngest son of the late Aretha Franklin, is not pleased with the upcoming Respect biopic. In a heated all-caps Facebook post, Franklin … Read moreAretha Franklin’s Son Blasts ‘Respect’ Biopic, Insists Fans Boycott

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