Zoe Saldana has been the center of controversy since she was cast as Nina Simone in the upcoming biopic, Nina. Critics of the choice say there were several other actresses that would have been better because Zoe Saldana is light-skinned…
Nina Simone Biopic: Two Sides Of Controversy
Nina Simone was a singer and civil rights activist who penned songs about racism and black cultural strife in the late 50’s thru the early 70’s. A new biopic about Nina Simone, Nina, is set to come out next month,…
Nina Simone Biopic: Late Singer’s Daughter, Lisa Simone Kelly, Stands Up for Zoe Saldana
A Nina Simone biopic, titled Nina, is set to hit theaters next month. Ever since accepting the lead role in the film, Zoe Saldana has come under fire, with many–some of them the late Simone’s relatives–saying her light skin and…
Zoe Saldana “Nina” Controversy: India.Arie Weighs In
Zoe Saldana has come under significant fire for her role as Nina Simone in the upcoming biopic, Nina. Now “Video” singer India.Arie is adding fuel to that fire. In a recent interview with Billboard, Arie said she was sad to…
Zoe Saldana Not Upset by Outrage Over Her Role as Nina Simone
Zoe Saldana came under fire in recent days for playing the role of Nina Simone in the upcoming biopic Nina. The late musician and activist’s family is put off by Zoe Saldana wearing both a prosthetic nose and blackface while…
Zoe Saldana Under Fire for Playing Nina Simone in Upcoming Film
Zoe Saldana is under harsh fire for playing the part of Nina Simone in an upcoming film about the musician and activist. Simone’s family doesn’t like that Zoe Saldana wears a prosthetic nose and blackface while playing the role. Nina…
Zoe Saldana To Play Nina Simone, Fans Outraged
Legendary songstress Nina Simone often sang about the heartache that comes with looking different, with having only a shallow pool of self esteem to draw from, and with living for years with a complex about one’s appearance. She often spoke…