Regina King as Shirley Chisholm is set to play the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress. The Netflix biopic will chronicle her trailblazing 1972 presidential campaign and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination. Her boundary-breaking campaign was marked by its youth engagement as she tried to gain enough delegates to speak at that year’s Democratic National Convention.

The movie is written and directed by John Ridley, who won an Oscar for penning 12 Years a Slave.

Regina King said in a statement, “Shirley Chisholm’s fearless determination has been an inspiration to so many of us, and with this film we hope to inspire many generations to come. To collaborate once again with my friend and mentor, John Ridley, and the team at Participant, makes this decade-long journey even sweeter.”

<h2>Shirley Chisholm biopic</h2>

The two-minute trailer starts off with Regina King’s Chisholm announcing her presidential candidacy, as she says she’s paving the road for people who look like her to get elected. “You going to be president? You ain’t no man,” a little boy says to her during a street fair. “Maybe we should find your mother,” she responds.

She concludes the trailer by noting, “The people of America are watching us.”

Regina King leads the cast along with Lance Reddick, Lucas Hedges, Terrence Howard, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Christina Jackson, Michael Cherrie, Dorian Crossmond Missick, Amirah Vann, W. Earl Brown, Brad James, Reina King and André Holland.&nbsp;

Watch the biopic trailer here:

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The biopic will drop on Netflix on March 22.

The film is produced by Ridley, sisters Regina and Reina King, Anikah McLaren and Elizabeth Haggard. Jeff Skoll and Ted Gidlow are associated as executive producers.

Regina King as Shirley Chisholm is set to play the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress. The Netflix biopic will chronicle her trailblazing 1972 presidential campaign and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination.

Regina King as Shirley Chisholm is set to play the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress. The Netflix biopic will chronicle her trailblazing 1972 presidential campaign and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination. Her boundary-breaking campaign was marked by its youth engagement as she tried to gain enough delegates to speak at that year’s Democratic National Convention. The movie is written and directed by John Ridley, who won an Oscar for penning 12 Years a Slave. Regina King said in a statement, “Shirley Chisholm’s fearless determination has been an inspiration to so many of us, and with this film we hope to inspire many generations to come. To collaborate once again with my friend and mentor, John Ridley, and the team at Participant, makes this decade-long journey even sweeter.” Shirley Chisholm biopic The two-minute trailer starts off with Regina King’s Chisholm announcing her presidential candidacy, as she says she’s paving the road for people who look like her to get elected. “You going to be president? You ain’t no man,” a little boy says to her during a street fair. “Maybe we should find your mother,” she responds. She concludes the trailer by noting, “The people of America are watching us.” Regina King leads the cast along with Lance Reddick, Lucas Hedges, Terrence Howard, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Christina Jackson, Michael Cherrie, Dorian Crossmond Missick, Amirah Vann, W. Earl Brown, Brad James, Reina King and André Holland. Watch the biopic trailer here: The biopic will drop on Netflix on March 22. The film is produced by Ridley, sisters Regina and Reina King, Anikah McLaren and Elizabeth Haggard. Jeff Skoll and Ted Gidlow are associated as executive producers.

Shirley trailer: Regina King portrays first Black Congresswoman

Actress and director Regina King, who tragically lost her son&nbsp;Ian Alexander Jr.&nbsp;in January this year, was spotted on&nbsp;the red carpet of the Filming Italy Festival on Friday. This is her first public appearance since the time she lost&nbsp;her son.&nbsp;

The 'Watchmen' actress graced the red carpet donning a sleeveless white co-ord set featuring a crop top and a skirt with a thigh-high slit. She flaunted her colorful braids in a high ponytail with her outfit.

The 51-year-old accessorized her outfit with&nbsp;a Louis Vuitton purse.&nbsp;For her footwear, she opted for white-silver stilletos.&nbsp;

The Filming Italy Festival was held at Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy.&nbsp;

The sighting marks her first public outing since the shocking demise of her son Ian.&nbsp;

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"Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," the actress said in a statement published by PEOPLE. She added, "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. Thank you."

A Los Angeles County Coroner spokesperson later confirmed that Ian's death has been officially ruled a suicide.&nbsp;

Ian was King's only child. He was a deejay by profession.&nbsp;

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Despite her growing success as an actor and director, King said at the time that Ian was her biggest source of pride. After separating from Ian's father in 2007 after nine years of marriage, King admitted being a single parent wasn't always easy, but that nothing is stronger than her love for her son.

A week prior to his death, Ian spoke about the drawbacks of social media.&nbsp;"I don't think Instagram is healthy for me," he wrote in a tweet.

Actress and director Regina King, who tragically lost her son Ian Alexander Jr. in January this year, was spotted on the red carpet of the Filming Italy Festival on Friday.

Actress and director Regina King, who tragically lost her son Ian Alexander Jr. in January this year, was spotted on the red carpet of the Filming Italy Festival on Friday. This is her first public appearance since the time she lost her son. The 'Watchmen' actress graced the red carpet donning a sleeveless white co-ord set featuring a crop top and a skirt with a thigh-high slit. She flaunted her colorful braids in a high ponytail with her outfit. The 51-year-old accessorized her outfit with a Louis Vuitton purse. For her footwear, she opted for white-silver stilletos. The Filming Italy Festival was held at Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy. The sighting marks her first public outing since the shocking demise of her son Ian. Also read: Morocco bans film 'The Lady of Heaven' about daughter of Prophet Mohammed "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," the actress said in a statement published by PEOPLE. She added, "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. Thank you." A Los Angeles County Coroner spokesperson later confirmed that Ian's death has been officially ruled a suicide. Ian was King's only child. He was a deejay by profession. Also read: Fashion designer Prathyusha Garimella found dead at her residence Despite her growing success as an actor and director, King said at the time that Ian was her biggest source of pride. After separating from Ian's father in 2007 after nine years of marriage, King admitted being a single parent wasn't always easy, but that nothing is stronger than her love for her son. A week prior to his death, Ian spoke about the drawbacks of social media. "I don't think Instagram is healthy for me," he wrote in a tweet.

Regina King makes first public appearance post her son's tragic death, spotted at red carpet

Oscar-winning actress&nbsp;and director Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has sadly died by suicide.&nbsp; 
 
The 51-year-old actress&nbsp;confirmed the tragic news to People with a statement: “Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,”&nbsp;

“He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. Thank you.”

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Ian, who celebrated his 26th birthday on Wednesday, was King's only child, whom she shared with her ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr, record producer.&nbsp;

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Following in his father's musical footsteps, Ian was a deejay.

Priviously, in an interview, King said&nbsp;that Ian was her biggest source of pride.&nbsp;

"You don't know what unconditional love is. You may say you do, but if you don't have a child, you don't know what that is," she explained at the time. "When you experience it, it's the most fulfilling [thing] ever."

Oscar-winning actress and director Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has sadly died by suicide. The 51-year-old actress confirmed the tragic news to People with a statement: “Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” “He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others.

Oscar-winning actress and director Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has sadly died by suicide. The 51-year-old actress confirmed the tragic news to People with a statement: “Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” “He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. Thank you.” Ian, who celebrated his 26th birthday on Wednesday, was King's only child, whom she shared with her ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr, record producer. Also read: 'Squid Game' is coming back with a second season Following in his father's musical footsteps, Ian was a deejay. Priviously, in an interview, King said that Ian was her biggest source of pride. "You don't know what unconditional love is. You may say you do, but if you don't have a child, you don't know what that is," she explained at the time. "When you experience it, it's the most fulfilling [thing] ever."

Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. dies by suicide

Regina King and David E. Kelley are coming together for a new project. 
 
Golden Globe nominated director and David E. Kelley are&nbsp;teaming up to adapt the Tom Wolfe novel 'A Man in Full' as a Netflix limited series. 
The project has received a straight-to-series order at the streamer, with Netflix ordering six one-hour episodes.&nbsp;

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Kelley will serve as writer, executive producer, and showrunner. Meanwhile, King will direct the first three episodes in addition to serving as an executive producer under her Royal Ties production banner. 
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The limited series will follow the story of Atlanta real estate mogul Charlie Croker and as he faces sudden bankruptcy, and political and business interests collide when he defends his empire from those trying to capitalize on his fall from grace.

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“A passion project for me, no doubt,” said Kelley. “The opportunity to tackle Tom Wolfe’s brilliant and prescient novel, to have Regina helming — I could not be more excited.” 
 
Reacting to the news, King said, “All I can say is when David E. Kelley calls, you just say yes. &nbsp;I know this partnership will produce something special.”

Regina King and David E. Kelley are coming together for a new project. Golden Globe nominated director and David E. Kelley are teaming up to adapt the Tom Wolfe novel 'A Man in Full' as a Netflix limited series.

Regina King and David E. Kelley are coming together for a new project. Golden Globe nominated director and David E. Kelley are teaming up to adapt the Tom Wolfe novel 'A Man in Full' as a Netflix limited series. The project has received a straight-to-series order at the streamer, with Netflix ordering six one-hour episodes. Bold statement! Kanye West pays tribute to Britney Spears' infamous head shave Kelley will serve as writer, executive producer, and showrunner. Meanwhile, King will direct the first three episodes in addition to serving as an executive producer under her Royal Ties production banner. The limited series will follow the story of Atlanta real estate mogul Charlie Croker and as he faces sudden bankruptcy, and political and business interests collide when he defends his empire from those trying to capitalize on his fall from grace. Jay-Z calls Dave Chappelle 'super brave' & 'super genius' amid Netflix trans controversy “A passion project for me, no doubt,” said Kelley. “The opportunity to tackle Tom Wolfe’s brilliant and prescient novel, to have Regina helming — I could not be more excited.” Reacting to the news, King said, “All I can say is when David E. Kelley calls, you just say yes. I know this partnership will produce something special.”

Regina King teams up with David E Kelley for a Netflix limited series

Oscar-winning actor Regina King`s fame was cemented in history on Thursday, when she placed her hand and footprints on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the forecourt of the TCL Chinese Theatre. 
 
King did a little dance as she stood barefoot in the wet cement, and etched "No place like home" under her name, the opening line of the theme song for "227", the TV series from the late 1980s in which she first gained attention. 
 
"This means so much," King said during the ceremony. "A lot of people are going to see this and they`re going to think it comes from `The Wizard of Oz`, but it comes from my beginning." 
 
In 2019, King won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for her performance in "If Beale Street Could Talk", a film adaptation of a James Baldwin novel. 
 
She made her feature film directorial debut last year with the drama 'One Night in Miami...', which imagines a meeting between activist Malcolm X, boxer Muhammad Ali, NFL player Jim Brown and singer Sam Cooke in February 1964. 
 
"It is a sight to see the force of your connection and your care and creativity and desire for community is a marvel, and it`s been a pleasure to be in your orbit," fellow filmmaker Ava DuVernay told King at the ceremony on Thursday. "Your talent knows no bounds." 
 
King next stars in Netflix`s new Western movie https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/the-harder-they-fall-opens-london-film-festival-with-glam-red-carpet-2021-10-06 "The Harder They Fall," inspired by real-life African-American cowboys. 
 
"There`s not a time limit, there`s not a stale date on achieving your dreams," King said as encouragement to anyone looking to follow in her footsteps. "If you love what you do, you should never stop working at it."

Oscar-winning actor Regina King`s fame was cemented in history on Thursday, when she placed her hand and footprints on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the forecourt of the TCL Chinese Theatre.

Oscar-winning actor Regina King`s fame was cemented in history on Thursday, when she placed her hand and footprints on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the forecourt of the TCL Chinese Theatre. King did a little dance as she stood barefoot in the wet cement, and etched "No place like home" under her name, the opening line of the theme song for "227", the TV series from the late 1980s in which she first gained attention. "This means so much," King said during the ceremony. "A lot of people are going to see this and they`re going to think it comes from `The Wizard of Oz`, but it comes from my beginning." In 2019, King won an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for her performance in "If Beale Street Could Talk", a film adaptation of a James Baldwin novel. She made her feature film directorial debut last year with the drama 'One Night in Miami...', which imagines a meeting between activist Malcolm X, boxer Muhammad Ali, NFL player Jim Brown and singer Sam Cooke in February 1964. "It is a sight to see the force of your connection and your care and creativity and desire for community is a marvel, and it`s been a pleasure to be in your orbit," fellow filmmaker Ava DuVernay told King at the ceremony on Thursday. "Your talent knows no bounds." King next stars in Netflix`s new Western movie https://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/the-harder-they-fall-opens-london-film-festival-with-glam-red-carpet-2021-10-06 "The Harder They Fall," inspired by real-life African-American cowboys. "There`s not a time limit, there`s not a stale date on achieving your dreams," King said as encouragement to anyone looking to follow in her footsteps. "If you love what you do, you should never stop working at it."

'No place like home': Regina King cements fame in Hollywood

A new 'Superman' movie with the Black actor in the lead is in the talks for months. With the news of writer Ta-Nehisi Coates to pen the screenplay of the new 'Superman' flick, there have been many reports speculating&nbsp;about Regina King, who will be directing the upcoming groundbreaking movie for DC and Warner Bro. However, like every time,&nbsp;the news was&nbsp;a shock to Regina himself.&nbsp; 
 
King, who made her directorial debut with 'One Night In Miami',&nbsp;became one of the frontrunners at this year's award season and earned tons of praise for her directorial work. Recently appeared on 'The Cross Connection' with Tiffany Cross who questioned her about the possibility, however, it was more shocking when Regina during the live&nbsp;on the air learned that she is perhaps being considered to direct the movie.

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During her appearance, Tiffany asked about the little gossip to which the director shockingly responded. “I’m curious, because this is a little bit of gossip. You’re rumoured to be on the short list to direct ‘Superman’. You and Barry Jenkins, both of your names have been thrown out there,” Cross said. “Anything you want to tell us? Is there any news you can break this morning about those conversations?” 
 
Responding to the question, King said, “Tiffany, that is news to me. You have broke the news to me,” King said laughing. “A news break, live on MSNBC!” 
 
“Yeah, no, I have not heard that until just now,” she continued.

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As per the Hollywood Reporter and other outlets, she is one of the high-profile directors who is&nbsp;being considered for the recently announced superhero project, which is being written by Ta-Nehisi, with J.J. Abrams and Hannah Minghella serving as producers.&nbsp; 
 
Others who have reportedly been discussed as directors include Jenkins, Ryan Coogler, Steven Caple Jr., J.D. Dillard and Shaka King.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, King is set to direct and produce the feature adaptation of ‘Bitter Root’, the acclaimed Image Comics series created by David F. Walker &amp; Sanford Greene and indie veteran Chuck Brown.&nbsp;

A new 'Superman' movie with the Black actor in the lead is in the talks for months. With the news of writer Ta-Nehisi Coates to pen the screenplay of the new 'Superman' flick, there have been many reports speculating about Regina King, who will be directing the upcoming groundbreaking movie for DC and Warner Bro.

A new 'Superman' movie with the Black actor in the lead is in the talks for months. With the news of writer Ta-Nehisi Coates to pen the screenplay of the new 'Superman' flick, there have been many reports speculating about Regina King, who will be directing the upcoming groundbreaking movie for DC and Warner Bro. However, like every time, the news was a shock to Regina himself. King, who made her directorial debut with 'One Night In Miami', became one of the frontrunners at this year's award season and earned tons of praise for her directorial work. Recently appeared on 'The Cross Connection' with Tiffany Cross who questioned her about the possibility, however, it was more shocking when Regina during the live on the air learned that she is perhaps being considered to direct the movie. Michael B Jordan reacts to Superman rumours: I'm just watching on this one During her appearance, Tiffany asked about the little gossip to which the director shockingly responded. “I’m curious, because this is a little bit of gossip. You’re rumoured to be on the short list to direct ‘Superman’. You and Barry Jenkins, both of your names have been thrown out there,” Cross said. “Anything you want to tell us? Is there any news you can break this morning about those conversations?” Responding to the question, King said, “Tiffany, that is news to me. You have broke the news to me,” King said laughing. “A news break, live on MSNBC!” “Yeah, no, I have not heard that until just now,” she continued. Zack Snyder says J J Abrams 'Black Superman' movie was long overdue for him As per the Hollywood Reporter and other outlets, she is one of the high-profile directors who is being considered for the recently announced superhero project, which is being written by Ta-Nehisi, with J.J. Abrams and Hannah Minghella serving as producers. Others who have reportedly been discussed as directors include Jenkins, Ryan Coogler, Steven Caple Jr., J.D. Dillard and Shaka King. Meanwhile, King is set to direct and produce the feature adaptation of ‘Bitter Root’, the acclaimed Image Comics series created by David F. Walker & Sanford Greene and indie veteran Chuck Brown.

Regina King to direct new Black ‘Superman’ film? Actor reacts to rumour

Regina King is set to direct and produce the feature adaptation of ‘Bitter Root’, the acclaimed Image Comics series created by David F. Walker &amp; Sanford Greene and indie veteran Chuck Brown.&nbsp;

It will be produced by Regina King with Reina King via their Royal Ties banner, alongside Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian of Proximity Media. Walker, Greene, Brown and Drapetomedia’s Sean Owolo will executive produce.&nbsp;

The story is set during the vibrant Harlem Renaissance of 1924, when a fractured family of once-great monster hunters faces an unimaginable evil that descends upon New York City. For generations, the Sangeryes have hunted and cured those infected by a supernatural force that feeds off the prejudice of the era, transforming human beings into hideous monsters. With most of the family dead, and the surviving Sangeryes at odds between saving or killing the creatures, they must overcome the wounds of the past in the hopes of thwarting an invasion.

Regina King is set to direct and produce the feature adaptation of ‘Bitter Root’, the acclaimed Image Comics series created by David F. Walker & Sanford Greene and indie veteran Chuck Brown.

Regina King is set to direct and produce the feature adaptation of ‘Bitter Root’, the acclaimed Image Comics series created by David F. Walker & Sanford Greene and indie veteran Chuck Brown. It will be produced by Regina King with Reina King via their Royal Ties banner, alongside Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian of Proximity Media. Walker, Greene, Brown and Drapetomedia’s Sean Owolo will executive produce. The story is set during the vibrant Harlem Renaissance of 1924, when a fractured family of once-great monster hunters faces an unimaginable evil that descends upon New York City. For generations, the Sangeryes have hunted and cured those infected by a supernatural force that feeds off the prejudice of the era, transforming human beings into hideous monsters. With most of the family dead, and the surviving Sangeryes at odds between saving or killing the creatures, they must overcome the wounds of the past in the hopes of thwarting an invasion.

Regina King to direct ‘Bitter Root’ adaptation of Image Comics Series

Directors Spike Lee and Regina King were left off the list of this year`s Academy Awards contenders, though voters made history by nominating two women in the directing category for the first time. 
 
Lee`s Vietnam War film 'Da 5 Bloods,'&nbsp;which is vying for the top movie honor at the upcoming Screen Actors Guild awards, was nearly absent from this year`s Oscar nominees. It earned one Academy Award nomination for best original score. 
 
King`s directorial debut, 'One Night in Miami,'&nbsp;earned three nominations, including best supporting actor for Leslie Odom Jr. and best screenplay. But King was not nominated as a director, and the movie about a meeting between Black civil rights leaders in 1964 did not make the best picture list. 
 
The five nominated directors included Chloé Zhao for "Nomadland," the story of modern van dwellers in recession-era America, and Emerald Fennell for her first film, the #MeToo revenge drama "Promising Young Woman." In an unexpected choice, voters added Thomas Vinterberg to the mix for Danish film "Another Round." 
 
Among actors, Lakeith Stanfield was a surprise supporting actor nominee for his role as an FBI informant who betrays Black Panther Party leader Fred Hampton in "Judas and the Black Messiah."

Glenn Close was nominated for supporting actress for "Hillbilly Elegy," a tale of poverty in the U.S. Midwest, though the film itself was widely panned. 
Academy voters did not recognize Emmy winner Zendaya`s critically praised role in "Malcolm &amp; Marie," a drama about a quarrelling couple. 
 
And two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks, an Academy favourite, failed to win support for his portrayal as a Civil War veteran in "News of the World." The movie landed four nominations in technical categories.

Directors Spike Lee and Regina King were left off the list of this year`s Academy Awards contenders, though voters made history by nominating two women in the directing category for the first time.

Directors Spike Lee and Regina King were left off the list of this year`s Academy Awards contenders, though voters made history by nominating two women in the directing category for the first time. Lee`s Vietnam War film 'Da 5 Bloods,' which is vying for the top movie honor at the upcoming Screen Actors Guild awards, was nearly absent from this year`s Oscar nominees. It earned one Academy Award nomination for best original score. King`s directorial debut, 'One Night in Miami,' earned three nominations, including best supporting actor for Leslie Odom Jr. and best screenplay. But King was not nominated as a director, and the movie about a meeting between Black civil rights leaders in 1964 did not make the best picture list. The five nominated directors included Chloé Zhao for "Nomadland," the story of modern van dwellers in recession-era America, and Emerald Fennell for her first film, the #MeToo revenge drama "Promising Young Woman." In an unexpected choice, voters added Thomas Vinterberg to the mix for Danish film "Another Round." Among actors, Lakeith Stanfield was a surprise supporting actor nominee for his role as an FBI informant who betrays Black Panther Party leader Fred Hampton in "Judas and the Black Messiah." Glenn Close was nominated for supporting actress for "Hillbilly Elegy," a tale of poverty in the U.S. Midwest, though the film itself was widely panned. Academy voters did not recognize Emmy winner Zendaya`s critically praised role in "Malcolm & Marie," a drama about a quarrelling couple. And two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks, an Academy favourite, failed to win support for his portrayal as a Civil War veteran in "News of the World." The movie landed four nominations in technical categories.

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Regina King is set to star in the biopic 'Shirley', a film&nbsp;about Shirley Chisholm, America’s first Black congresswoman. King will reportedly play the titular character. 
 
The 50-year-old Oscar-winning actress along with her younger sister, Reina King of Royal Ties Productions and film company Participant is producing the movie.

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The film will be written and directed by John Ridley, who won an Academy Award for '12 Years a Slave' in the best-adapted screenplay category.&nbsp; 
 
“Shirley Chisholm’s fearless determination has been an inspiration to so many of us, and with this film, we hope to inspire many generations to come,” Regina shared in a statement about the film.&nbsp;“To collaborate once again with my friend and mentor, John Ridley, and the team at Participant makes this decade-long journey even sweeter.”

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Chisholm in&nbsp;1968 was elected to the US&nbsp;Congress and ran for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination in 1972. According to Deadline, the biopic will follow the dynamic presidential campaign launched in 1972 by Chisholm and will provide an intimate, behind-the-scenes portrait of the ground-breaking political leader during a seminal period in modern American history. Filming is set to begin later this year.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, King, who is receiving critical reviews for most recently directed and executive produced 'One Night in Miami', recently created history buy becoming the first African-American woman to get Golden Globes nomination in the Best Director category.&nbsp;

Regina King is set to star in the biopic 'Shirley', a film about Shirley Chisholm, America’s first Black congresswoman. King will reportedly play the titular character.

Regina King is set to star in the biopic 'Shirley', a film about Shirley Chisholm, America’s first Black congresswoman. King will reportedly play the titular character. The 50-year-old Oscar-winning actress along with her younger sister, Reina King of Royal Ties Productions and film company Participant is producing the movie. Oscars 2021 Predictions: A look at the frontrunners The film will be written and directed by John Ridley, who won an Academy Award for '12 Years a Slave' in the best-adapted screenplay category. “Shirley Chisholm’s fearless determination has been an inspiration to so many of us, and with this film, we hope to inspire many generations to come,” Regina shared in a statement about the film. “To collaborate once again with my friend and mentor, John Ridley, and the team at Participant makes this decade-long journey even sweeter.” 'Da 5 Bloods', Bridgerton': Golden Globe 2021 snubs find mention in SAG Award nomination list Chisholm in 1968 was elected to the US Congress and ran for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination in 1972. According to Deadline, the biopic will follow the dynamic presidential campaign launched in 1972 by Chisholm and will provide an intimate, behind-the-scenes portrait of the ground-breaking political leader during a seminal period in modern American history. Filming is set to begin later this year. Asian descents to black artists: Golden Globes 2021 nominee list is diverse Meanwhile, King, who is receiving critical reviews for most recently directed and executive produced 'One Night in Miami', recently created history buy becoming the first African-American woman to get Golden Globes nomination in the Best Director category.

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On Wednesday, three filmmakers- Regina King, Chloe Zhao and Emerald Fennell- created history as they bagged&nbsp;nominations in the best director category at the Golden Globes awrads. This is the first time that more than one woman has been shortlisted in this category in the same, year.&nbsp; 
 
All three are up for the prize, which had only previously nominated five women in the Golden Globes' 77-year history. Here's the f<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-golden-globes-2021-full-nominations-list-golden-globes-news-hollywood-news-361111" hreflang="en">ull nominations list</a>.&nbsp; 
 
King has been nominated for 'One Night In Miami', while Chloé Zhao's work for 'Nomadland'got her nod in the same category. Emerald Fennell clenched a nomination for 'Promising Young Woman'.&nbsp; 
 
The other best director nominees this year are David Fincher (for 'Mank') and Aaron Sorkin (for 'The Trial of the Chicago 7'). 
 
The three women join a prestigious list of fellow female nominees in the category. Barbara Streisand, Jane Campion, Sofia Coppola, Ava DuVernay and Kathryn Bigelow have also been nominated in this category in the past. Streisand has been the only woman to win in this category for 1983 film 'Yentl'

King is also now the second Black woman to be nominated in the category.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/emma-corrin-hugh-grant-and-other-golden-globes-nominees-react-with-pride-honour-gratitude-361199" hreflang="en">Emma Corrin, Hugh Grant and other Golden Globes nominees react with pride, honour, gratitude</a> 
 
Zhao, meanwhile, is the first woman of Asian descent to be nominated in the category. 
 
The Golden Globes will also have two female hosts this year- not for the first time though. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler will be hosting the show on February 28 from two different coasts

On Wednesday, three filmmakers- Regina King, Chloe Zhao and Emerald Fennell- created history as they bagged nominations in the best director category at the Golden Globes awrads.

On Wednesday, three filmmakers- Regina King, Chloe Zhao and Emerald Fennell- created history as they bagged nominations in the best director category at the Golden Globes awrads. This is the first time that more than one woman has been shortlisted in this category in the same, year. All three are up for the prize, which had only previously nominated five women in the Golden Globes' 77-year history. Here's the full nominations list. King has been nominated for 'One Night In Miami', while Chloé Zhao's work for 'Nomadland'got her nod in the same category. Emerald Fennell clenched a nomination for 'Promising Young Woman'. The other best director nominees this year are David Fincher (for 'Mank') and Aaron Sorkin (for 'The Trial of the Chicago 7'). The three women join a prestigious list of fellow female nominees in the category. Barbara Streisand, Jane Campion, Sofia Coppola, Ava DuVernay and Kathryn Bigelow have also been nominated in this category in the past. Streisand has been the only woman to win in this category for 1983 film 'Yentl' King is also now the second Black woman to be nominated in the category. Also read: Emma Corrin, Hugh Grant and other Golden Globes nominees react with pride, honour, gratitude Zhao, meanwhile, is the first woman of Asian descent to be nominated in the category. The Golden Globes will also have two female hosts this year- not for the first time though. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler will be hosting the show on February 28 from two different coasts

Golden Globes creates history as it nominates three women in best director category 

Regina King has stepped away from her usual place in front of the camera, and positioned herself behind it for her feature film directorial debut "One Night in Miami".

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Regina King starrer drama series Seven Seconds was cancelled by Netflix in less than two months of its premiere as the producers Fox 21 decided against continuing it post the first season.&nbsp;

The series made by The Killing showrunner Veena Sud explored race in America with the help of a story involving the hit-and-run incident of an African-American teenager by a white Jersey City cop (Beau Knapp) and the crime's subsequent cover-up by the mostly white police force.

The series premiered on February 23 this year and received a bag of mixed responses.&nbsp;

While many would think that the series did not perform well, it looks like the drama reportedly had a 77 per cent liking among critics and 84 per cent among those who watched this. In an interview, VP Originals at Netflix, Cindy Holland said, "We loved working with Veena Sud, Regina King and the cast and crew of 'Seven Seconds'. Together they created a compelling, timely and relevant crime drama. The first season is a complete, stand-alone story that we are proud to feature on Netflix for years to come.”

In another, Fox 21 Television Studios president Bert Salke said his hope was for Seven Seconds&nbsp;to run for additional seasons, featuring old characters returning along with new faces in an anthology format as the series would remain rooted in Jersey City.

Now that they have cancelled it, Netflix plans to submit Seven Seconds as a limited series drama for Emmy consideration. 
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The anthological drama ran for one season on the streaming platform

Regina King starrer drama series Seven Seconds was cancelled by Netflix in less than two months of its premiere as the producers Fox 21 decided against continuing it post the first season. The series made by The Killing showrunner Veena Sud explored race in America with the help of a story involving the hit-and-run incident of an African-American teenager by a white Jersey City cop (Beau Knapp) and the crime's subsequent cover-up by the mostly white police force. The series premiered on February 23 this year and received a bag of mixed responses. While many would think that the series did not perform well, it looks like the drama reportedly had a 77 per cent liking among critics and 84 per cent among those who watched this. In an interview, VP Originals at Netflix, Cindy Holland said, "We loved working with Veena Sud, Regina King and the cast and crew of 'Seven Seconds'. Together they created a compelling, timely and relevant crime drama. The first season is a complete, stand-alone story that we are proud to feature on Netflix for years to come.” In another, Fox 21 Television Studios president Bert Salke said his hope was for Seven Seconds to run for additional seasons, featuring old characters returning along with new faces in an anthology format as the series would remain rooted in Jersey City. Now that they have cancelled it, Netflix plans to submit Seven Seconds as a limited series drama for Emmy consideration.

Regina King starrer 'Seven Seconds' cancelled at Netflix

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