Queen Latifah continues to make a major mark as one of entertainment’s most revered multihyphenates.
Now, her life more broadly will be spotlighted like never before.
Because a biopic is on the way and it’s being jointly powered by some of the industry’s heaviest hitters.
Full story below…
The layered life and impact of the Golden Globe, GRAMMY, and Primetime Emmy Award-winning actress, rapper, and singer will be chronicled by way of a joint venture between Latifah’s Flavor Unit imprint, Will Smith‘s Westbrook, and Jesse Collins Entertainment.
Yet untitled, the film will serve as one of many Hip-Hop-anchored biopics being brought to the masses as part of the freshly minted pact.
All of the biopics are being independently financed by HarbourView Equity Partners.
Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere of Flavor Unit Entertainment said in a statement:
“We all came into this industry together and Hip Hop has shaped each and every one of us. Hip Hop’s impact has expanded beyond just music and has created a lasting impression on culture and society overall. It is a dream to be able to collaborate with friends and colleagues that have not only a shared understanding, but are able to tell these stories that were the backdrop of our lives.”
Will Smith added:
“When you bring talented people and teams together, you can create something truly special. I’m thrilled to work alongside Flavor Unit, Jesse Collins Entertainment and HarbourView, to highlight the incredible stories of some of our favorite artists and icons. There’s no better story to start with than the one of Queen Latifah, an undisputed legend who has both entertained and inspired us for so many years.”
“We cannot be more excited to stand alongside our friends at HarbourView, Flavor Unit, and Westbrook, Queen Latifah’s story is one of triumph that needs to be shared with the world. Joining forces with such amazing people to educate and inspire through storytelling is just the beginning of the impact this partnership will have.”
“As a girl from Queens, Hip-Hop fundamentally shaped who I am. Music and storytelling was my passport to destinations both familiar and untraveled. It is an honor to partner with Flavor Unit, Jesse Collins Entertainment, and Westbrook to tell these stories and document Queen Latifah’s journey and her undeniable impact on the world.”
Exciting times!
