What is the status of the Roberta Flack film projects?

The two Roberta Flack film projects, a biopic and a documentary, are currently in development, with Good Morning America's Robin Roberts' production company, Rock'n Robin Productions, spearheading both projects.

When did Roberta Flack pass away?

Roberta Flack passed away earlier this year in 2023 at the age of 88, after being diagnosed with ALS the previous year.

What were some of Roberta Flack's most famous songs?

Roberta Flack was best known for her massive hits "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" and "Killing Me Softly With His Song," which earned her back-to-back Record of the Year wins at the Grammys in 1973 and 1974.

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Roberta Flack's Remarkable Life and Legacy to Be Immortalized on Screen

12 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Two Roberta Flack film projects in development
Biopic and documentary planned by Good Morning America's Robin Roberts
Flack passed away earlier this year at 88 after ALS diagnosis

Roberta Flack's Remarkable Life and Legacy to Be Immortalized on Screen

In a major development for music fans, the remarkable life and legacy of legendary singer Roberta Flack is set to be immortalized on screen. Earlier this year, it was announced that two film projects focused on Flack's story are in the works, with Good Morning America's Robin Roberts' production company, Rock'n Robin Productions, spearheading both the biopic and documentary.

Flack, who passed away in April 2023 at the age of 88 after being diagnosed with ALS the previous year, was a trailblazing artist known for her powerful and soulful hits like "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" and "Killing Me Softly With His Song." The two-time Grammy Record of the Year winner was also deeply involved in political movements of the post-Civil Rights era, befriending activists like Angela Davis and Rev. Jesse Jackson.