Michelle Williams‘ acting portfolio continues to grow more impressive by the day.
For, fresh from landing a new Broadway gig, the multi-talented star has been tapped to play the legendary Diana Ross in BET‘s hotly anticipated new series ‘American Soul.’
Details below…
The production, which is being helmed by the team behind ‘The New Edition Story,’ centers on the life of ‘Soul Train’ creator Don Cornelius.
Per Deadline, Williams’ arc as The Supremes star will see her being courted by Cornelius to appear on his new show. She’ll be seen weighing up whether to take up his offer.
Other newly announced names include Gabrielle Dennis (as Tina Turner), Bobby Brown (as Rufus Thomas), and K. Michelle (as Martha Reeves).
As previously reported, Kelly Rowland will portray Gladys Knight.
BET’s ‘American Soul’ premieres with back-to-back episodes on February 5th.
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Is she gonna quit that too?
Where is MS. CHAD JOHNSON, now that she will be back in the public eye???? MS. CHAD JOHNSON the undercover G_ay Paster who likes to use women for FAME. Yasssssssssssss girl
The irony… I can’t
“Michelle, my bell” *In Beyoncé’s voice*…I need you to follow thru with this one lol. I’m rooting for you!