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Queen Latifah's Life Story: Biopic in the Works
5 Dec
Summary
- Queen Latifah's life is the subject of an upcoming biopic.
- The star is open to future 'Equalizer' universe installments.
- Casting for the role of Queen Latifah will be significant.

A biographical film celebrating the life of Queen Latifah is officially underway. Her production company, Flavor Unit Entertainment, is collaborating with Westbrook Studios and Jesse Collins Entertainment to bring the story of the hip-hop pioneer to the screen. The project is expected to be a significant undertaking, particularly concerning the casting of the lead role, which will need to portray the multifaceted stages of Latifah's journey since her teenage years.
Latifah herself acknowledged the challenge of casting, noting the need for an actor capable of embodying her evolution from a young breakout star to a seasoned icon. She shared that navigating early fame required her to reconcile her public persona with her personal identity. While the script is still being written, the biopic is progressing steadily, promising an in-depth look at her storied career.
In other news, Queen Latifah reflected on the conclusion of 'The Equalizer,' the CBS series where she starred and served as executive producer for five seasons. While the show has ended, she remains open to revisiting her character, Robyn McCall, suggesting that further installments or different versions of the character within 'The Equalizer' universe are not out of the question.




