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Articles by: Aretha Franklin

Lauryn Hill, Aretha Franklin, Prince And Marvin Gaye Top Rolling Stone ‘500 Greatest Albums of All Time’ List
Entertainment

Lauryn Hill, Aretha Franklin, Prince And Marvin Gaye Top Rolling Stone ‘500 Greatest Albums of All Time’ List

Gaye’s 'What’s Going?' bumps The Beatles from the top spot, while Michael Jackson, Kendrick Lamar & Kanye West joined Aretha Franklin in the top 20.
By Taiia Smart Young · Sep 23, 2020
Jennifer Hudson's Performance Of 'A Change Is Gonna Come' During The DNC Gave Us Chills
Entertainment

Jennifer Hudson's Performance Of 'A Change Is Gonna Come' During The DNC Gave Us Chills

The Grammy winner delivered a flawless rendition of the Sam Cooke classic.
By Taiia Smart Young · Aug 20, 2020
'Genius: Aretha' Takes Us Behind The Scenes With Their Team Of Black Creatives
Entertainment

'Genius: Aretha' Takes Us Behind The Scenes With Their Team Of Black Creatives

Showrunner Suzan Lori-Parks is leading the charge.
By Essence · Aug 3, 2020
Check Out Never-Before-Seen Photos of Jennifer Hudson As Aretha Franklin
Entertainment · ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood · film

Check Out Never-Before-Seen Photos of Jennifer Hudson As Aretha Franklin

"Respect" arrives in theaters this Christmas.
By Kimberly Wilson · Jun 29, 2020
Aretha Franklin Still Reigns As Our Queen of Soul
Entertainment · ESSENCE Black Women in Music

Aretha Franklin Still Reigns As Our Queen of Soul

The icon has influenced 50 years of Black women in music.
By Danyel Smith · Jun 10, 2020
Jermaine Dupri Got Boss Advice From A Surprising Source
Black Music Month · Celebrity · Money & Career · music · UnBossed

Jermaine Dupri Got Boss Advice From A Surprising Source

The Atlanta-based music mogul learned how to take charge from one of the biggest bosses in music
By Ashley J. Hobbs · Jun 4, 2020
Jennifer Hudson Celebrates 'Respect' Wrapping Production
Celebrity · Entertainment

Jennifer Hudson Celebrates 'Respect' Wrapping Production

The singer-actress will star as Aretha Franklin in the forthcoming biopic about the legendary singer's life.
By Essence · Feb 21, 2020
Cynthia Erivo Becomes Aretha Franklin In New Teaser For 'Genius: Aretha'
Entertainment

Cynthia Erivo Becomes Aretha Franklin In New Teaser For 'Genius: Aretha'

The "Harriet" actress will play the Queen of Soul in an upcoming installment of NatGeo's anthology series "Genius."
By Sydney Scott · Feb 8, 2020
A Comprehensive Guide To Film & TV Shows We're Excited About In 2020
Entertainment

A Comprehensive Guide To Film & TV Shows We're Excited About In 2020

There's an incredible number of new shows and films premiering this year. So we put them all in one place for you.
By Sydney Scott · Jan 9, 2020
The First Footage Of Jennifer Hudson As Aretha Franklin Has Arrived
Entertainment

The First Footage Of Jennifer Hudson As Aretha Franklin Has Arrived

The new teaser for the upcoming Aretha Franklin biopic, "Respect," dropped Friday, featuring Hudson tackling the late singer's iconic song.
By Essence · Dec 20, 2019
Jennifer Hudson Hopes To Make Aretha Franklin 'Proud' In Upcoming Biopic
Entertainment

Jennifer Hudson Hopes To Make Aretha Franklin 'Proud' In Upcoming Biopic

The biopic, "Respect," is set for an August 2020 release.
By Paula Rogo · Dec 15, 2019
Watch: Jermaine Dupri Talks About The Studio Session With Aretha Franklin That Made Him Step His Game Up
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Watch: Jermaine Dupri Talks About The Studio Session With Aretha Franklin That Made Him Step His Game Up

JD also opened up about his entrepreneurial journey, being vegan for 13 years & more during day 1 of the ESSENCE + New Voices Entrepreneur Summit.
By Rachaell Davis · Dec 13, 2019
Aretha Franklin's Estate Approves Cynthia Erivo To Play Her In New Series
Entertainment

Aretha Franklin's Estate Approves Cynthia Erivo To Play Her In New Series

Nat Geo's "Genius" premieres in Spring 2020.
By Sydney Scott · Oct 3, 2019
Kelly Price, Erica Campbell and Regina Belle Pay Tribute To Aretha Franklin At The Stellars On Easter Sunday
Entertainment

Kelly Price, Erica Campbell and Regina Belle Pay Tribute To Aretha Franklin At The Stellars On Easter Sunday

The powerhouse vocalists came together to honor the Queen of Soul's gospel roots. 
By Keyaira Boone · Apr 17, 2019
Aretha Franklin Makes History With Posthumous Pulitzer Prize
Celebrity

Aretha Franklin Makes History With Posthumous Pulitzer Prize

Franklin, who passed away back in August, was given the award for her incredible contributions to art and culture.
By Sydney Scott · Apr 15, 2019
Jennifer Hudson To Play Aretha Franklin In 'Respect' Biopic
Entertainment

Jennifer Hudson To Play Aretha Franklin In 'Respect' Biopic

"Respect" will take a look at Franklin’s journey from a young church choir standout to a respected international superstar.
By Keyaira Boone · Mar 11, 2019
Aretha Franklin To Get A Tribute Fit For A Queen At This Year’s Grammys
Entertainment

Aretha Franklin To Get A Tribute Fit For A Queen At This Year’s Grammys

Fantasia, Andra Day and Yolanda Adams will work together to celebrate Franklin’s life and career onstage.
By Keyaira Boone · Feb 7, 2019
Aretha Franklin Reportedly Owes The IRS Up To $8 Million
Celebrity

Aretha Franklin Reportedly Owes The IRS Up To $8 Million

The Queen of Soul left a heap of tax debt, according to a new report.
By Paula Rogo · Dec 28, 2018
Star-Studded Tribute to Aretha Franklin Is Coming In 2019
Entertainment

Star-Studded Tribute to Aretha Franklin Is Coming In 2019

CBS will produce “Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for the Queen of Soul” in January 2019.
By Britni Danielle · Dec 27, 2018

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