What films was Aaliyah supposed to be in?

After starring in both projects, Aaliyah had signed on to appear in several future films, including a Whitney Houston-produced remake of 1976’s Sparkle, sequels of The Matrix, as well as the 2003 film Honey. She was also considered for the role of Alex in the movie Charlie’s Angels.

When did the Aaliyah movie come out?

November 15, 2014Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B / Initial release

How many movies did Aaliyah played in?

two films
Before Aaliyah tragically passed away, she made two films and while neither received critical acclaim, both proved that Aaliyah had the potential to be a big star on screen as well as on stage.

Did Aaliyah get to see Queen of the Damned?

Anne Rice, the author of “Queen of the Damned,” said she “didn’t care for the movie at all” and had begged the studio not to make it because her readers would rather see a movie based on Lestat the vampire.

Who sang in the Aaliyah movie?

American actress and singer Alexandra Shipp, stars in Lifetime biopic, “Aaliyah: Princess of R&B,” playing the lead role of Aaliyah. Shipp can also be seen in VH1’s new sequel to 2002’s Drumline, “Drumline 2: A New Beat,” where she plays the lead role of Dani Bolton.

Who is the Princess of R&B soul?

Aaliyah Dana Haughton
Aaliyah: The Princess of R&B is a 2014 American biographical television film that was directed by Bradley Walsh and is based on the life and career of R&B music star Aaliyah Dana Haughton, following her rise to fame and tragic death at age 22 when she was killed in a plane crash.

Who did Zendaya play in Aaliyah?

The movie, which has the working title “Aaliyah: Princess of R&B,” will place 17-year-old Disney actress Zendaya Coleman in the leading role.

How old was Aaliyah when she died?

22 years (1979–2001)Aaliyah / Age at death
Many fans believed Aaliyah was on the cusp of stardom before she died in a plane crash 20 years ago at the age of 22.