With all the Aaliyah biopic drama going around, MStars is happy to share some positive words on the touchy subject. After former Disney star, Zendaya was cast to play the late singers part in the upcoming Lifetime film entitled, Aaliyah: Princess of R&B she was hit with a lot of negative vibes from Aaliyah's fans.
Although the family of the More Than A Woman didn't agree with a biopic being pursued, they did come to Zendaya's defense about the cruel and harsh words that some fans have expressed.
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The family tweeted:
Fans we hear your comments and concerns !! unfortunately we cannot confirm the family is behind the project at this time
— Aaliyah (@AaliyahHaughton) June 17, 2014
However ,we do ask that you are respectful to the artist playing the role, for they may not fully have or know the details about this role — Aaliyah (@AaliyahHaughton) June 17, 2014
And her family's involvement #teamaaliyah — Aaliyah (@AaliyahHaughton) June 17, 2014
Zendaya's casting director who casted the actress for the role of Aaliyah tweeted:
Sending Love & Light! Be a YAY-Sayer! Go @Zendaya Go! #SupportZendaya ! #YAYSAYER U r a Diamond! #ShineStrong — TracyTwinkie Byrd (@Twinkie_Byrd) June 19, 2014
She continues,
Stay Up My Sweet STAR @Zendaya Stay Strong! You are a LIGHT!! #SHINEBRIGHT
— TracyTwinkie Byrd (@Twinkie_Byrd) June 18, 2014
Actress and singer, Bella Thorne tweeted:
@Zendaya congrats!!!! i am so proud of you! i know how much you love her! xo — bella thorne (@bellathorne) June 17, 2014
Singer and actress Lil Mama also shared her love for Zendaya, posting to Instagram a photo of the star, writing, "Congratulations to this young sister right here. A personal friend of mine @Zendaya ... Girl you are going to kill it as Aaliyah. I know that this is a dream come true for you, as playing LeftEye was for me. If people have doubts about your performance... Let it fuel your greatness, because there is no Testimony without a test! Your are a phenomenal talent and I wish you the best Zendaya! #godblessyou"
Zendaya responded to the touching words of Lil Mama writing her back on Twitter.
repost from @LilMama your words touch my heart and I'm grateful for your support, mentorship and most importantly, y… https://t.co/lbhk9bJdJ1
— Zendaya (@Zendaya) June 19, 2014
MStars News wants to know what you think. Are you team Zendaya and a Aaliyah biopic or do you just want the drama to end if that means no film of the late R&B singer?
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