Mary J. Blige & Nina Simone

Mary J. Blige has finally confirmed that she will be playing Nina Simone in the biopic film, Nina (working title). Shooting is due to start in June and Mary told US Weekly magazine: ‘I'm definitely still doing it, and I'm in acting classes for it now.’

Mary J.Blige and Nina Simone

Nina Simone’s voice is epic (her rendition of Strange Fruit gives us chills) – Mary certainly has some big shoes to fill. As much as we admire Mary, we’re not entirely convinced her voice is up to it. That said, we certainly wish her well and would like to see the film when it is released.

Will it be a TV/DVD movie or will it get a theatrical release? We’re not sure many people under the age of 30 even know who Nina Simone is (to their loss)!