According to Deadline, grammy-winning singer and actress, Jill Scott is set to star in a new biopic about the life of civil rights activist and queen of gospel, Mahalia Jackson. The film will be executive produced by Jamie Foxx, Queen Latifah, and her partner Shakim Compere and Clark Sisters EP Holly Carter.
In a press release announcing the film, Queen Latifah says,
"This is such an incredibly important story to tell and we’re thrilled to work with Jamie on the project. Shakim and I are also looking forward to reteaming with our Clark Sisters producing partner, Holly Carter, to share Mahalia’s inspiring journey to becoming the Queen of Gospel music."
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