There has also been disapproval from those who were closest to the late iconic singer.
Highlights
- Avatar star Zoe Saldana, who was to play jazz legend Nina Simone in eagerly anticipated biopic Nina, has faced backlash from the critics about the colour of her skin.
- According to reports there has been a concerted attempt by certain members of the online community to have Ms Saldana, 34, removed from the role, as they do not believe her to be dark-skinned enough for the part, reported Daily Mail.
- There has also been disapproval from those who were closest to the late iconic singer.
- Nina's daughter Simone Kelly has taken offense with the decision to cast Ms Saldana and has taken to her Facebook page to voice her concerns.
- "Appearance-wise this is not the best choice," she wrote.
- The actress is also rumoured to be starring in the forthcoming Avatar sequel.
star Zoe Saldana, who was to play jazz legend Nina Simone in eagerly anticipated biopic
Nina, has faced backlash from the critics about the colour of her skin.
According to reports there has been a concerted attempt by certain members of the online community to have Ms Saldana, 34,removed from the role, as they do not believe her to be dark-skinned enough for the part, reported Daily Mail.
There has also been disapproval from those who were closest to the late iconic singer.
Nina's daughter Simone Kelly has taken offense with the decision to cast Ms Saldana and has taken to her Facebook page tovoice her concerns.
"Appearance-wise this is not the best choice," she wrote.
The actress is also rumoured to be starring in the forthcoming
Avatar sequel.