Mariah Carey: a biopic in preparation with Lee Daniels

Superstar Mariah Carey is about to see her life transposed onto the big screen in an official biopic. The film will be a collaboration with director Lee Daniels.

With over 200 million albums sold and an unrivalled record of number-one hits on the Billboard Hot 100, Mariah Carey is an undisputed pop music icon. Now, her story could soon be written on the silver screen. Lee Daniels, known for acclaimed films such as Precious and The Butler, has announced that he will be working on an adaptation of Mariah Carey’s memoirs. The Meaning of Mariah Carey.

A collaboration that makes sense

This new collaboration marks a milestone for both artists. They previously worked together in 2009 on the film Precious, in which Mariah played the role of Mrs. Weiss. In a video posted on Instagram, Daniels expressed his enthusiasm for the project. He hints that the biopic would offer a heartfelt and moving dive into the singer’s life.

A life full of twists and turns

The Meaning of Mariah Carey, co-written with Michaela Angela Davis, reveals key moments in the artist’s life: her tumultuous marriage to Tommy Mottola, her personal struggles and resilience in the face of music industry challenges. This intimate and vulnerable account also explores her complex family relationships and her ability to overcome adversity.

Already a feverish wait

Although the project has not yet been officially confirmed, Mariah Carey recently spoke of important professional priorities outside music. In 2020, she did not rule out the idea of a film adaptation, saying she would be delighted to see these stories come to life.

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