Singer-actress Teyana Taylor has confirmed that she will portray Dionne Warwick in an upcoming project, according to Billboard. During an interview on “Tamron Hall,” Taylor revealed that they are already in the building process and that she found inspiration in Angela Bassett and Jamie Foxx’s performances in musical biopics “What’s Love Got to Do With It (1993)” and “Ray (2004).”
Last year, Warwick mentioned during an appearance on “Sherri” that she and Taylor had begun discussions about bringing her story to the small screen. Warwick expressed confidence in Taylor’s preparation and understanding of her life, stating, “She’s done her homework. She knows more about me than I know about me.”
Taylor echoed Warwick’s sentiments, saying that she wants to make sure Warwick feels safe and that her story is not misconstrued or overly dramatized. The project is highly anticipated, and fans are eagerly awaiting the release to see how Taylor brings Warwick’s unique style and personality to life on screen.
