Halle Berry rejects Aretha Franklin biopic

Halle Berry said she will not be playing Aretha Franklin in a biopic, despite the iconic singer’s request. Berry dismissed the rumors while speaking with E! News on the Golden Globes red carpet and cited her inability to sing as too big of an obstacle in undertaking the role. (Side eye)

“If I could carry a tune, I’d consider it,” she says. “Someone should tell Aretha that I can’t do her justice.”