For anyone looking back at Nina Simone in the 21st century, it is obvious that she was always more than a brilliant singer. The quote is notable in suggesting the depth with which one must approach the figure of Simone in retrospect it was also, as we now know, prophetic. So said Nina Simone in an interview with Details magazine, reflecting on her career before her death in 2003 at the age of 70.
Nina's daughter Simone Kelly has taken offense with the decision to cast Ms Saldana and has taken to her Facebook page tovoice her concerns."I want to be remembered as a diva from beginning to end who never compromised in what she felt about racism and how the world should be, and who to the end of her days consistently stayed the same." There has also been disapproval from those who were closest to the late iconic singer. London: Avatar star Zoe Saldana, who was to play jazz legend Nina Simone in eagerly anticipated biopic Nina, has faced backlash from the critics about the colour of her skin.Īccording to reports there has been a concerted attempt by certain members of the online community to have Ms Saldana, 34,removed from the role, as they do not believe her to be dark-skinned enough for the part, reported Daily Mail. The actress is also rumoured to be starring in the forthcoming Avatar sequel."Appearance-wise this is not the best choice," she wrote.Nina's daughter Simone Kelly has taken offense with the decision to cast Ms Saldana and has taken to her Facebook page to voice her concerns.There has also been disapproval from those who were closest to the late iconic singer.
According to reports there has been a concerted attempt by certain members of the online community to have Ms Saldana, 34, removed from the role, as they do not believe her to be dark-skinned enough for the part, reported Daily Mail.Avatar star Zoe Saldana, who was to play jazz legend Nina Simone in eagerly anticipated biopic Nina, has faced backlash from the critics about the colour of her skin.
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