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TJMS: Is There Really A Controversy Surrounding The Upcoming Mahalia Jackson Biopic Starring Fantasia?

10/13/2011 11:30 am 0 comments

Roland Martin talks with Valerie Nero, chairperson of the Mahailia Jackson estate about an upcoming biopic staring Fantasia.

From the New York Post:

The producers behind the upcoming Mahalia Jackson biopic say they’re embarrassed over statements made by financial backer Adrian Taylor to Page Six about Jackson’s family not wanting a pregnant Fantasia Barrino to play the legendary gospel singer in the movie.

To read this article in its entirety visit the New York Post.

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