Tika Sumpter Plays Young Michelle Obama In

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Actress Tika Sumpter who is known for her role as Candace in Tyler Perry's 'The Haves and Have Nots" will be playing young Michelle Obama in a romantic comedy called "Southside With You".

Sumpter who serves as the producer of the film will be working with actor Parker Sawyer who will be playing Barack Obama.

According to Eurweb, director Richard Tanne tells Hollywood Reporter that the film refers to the “love story told through the prism of Barry Obama and then Michelle Robinson,” way before they became “the President and the First Lady.” 

Sumpter is a well-known actress known for her roles in 'The Game', 'Being Mary Jane' and 'One Life To Live'. She also played in the films including "Sparkle" as Delores, "Ride Along" alongside Kevin Hart, "Bessie" with Queen Latifah, "Get On Up" and "Stomp The Yard: The Homecoming" as Nikki.

"Southside With You" was released on January 24, 2016 on Sundance!
Tamara M. Anderson
@mstekeyla

Aretha Franklin Launches New Food Line

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Patti Labelle and Aretha Franklin are two of the most legendary singers still active in the music business. While Patti who is 71 have touched many hearts with her distinctive and unique voice she also touched their souls with her famous sweet potato pies.

According to Essence.com, Aretha Franklin will be joining Patti in the food industry but not with apple pie or peach cobbler. Franklin, 73, told Local 4 News Today in Detroit that she has not tried Patti Labelle's pies but it's time for her to move her pies to the side and get ready for her upcoming food line. 

Franklin's food line will consist of her special baked chicken, chili and gumbo. She will also have low-fat foods for healthy eaters.

The "R.E.S.P.E.C.T." singer has already teamed up with a food group in Phoenix to start the process.
Tamara M. Anderson
@mstekeyla