Jennifer Hudson Films Scene for Aretha Franklin Movie with Co-Star Marlon Wayans

Jennifer Hudson goes for a romantic walk with Marlon Wayans while filming a scene for their upcoming movie Respect on Tuesday (November 5) in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City.

The Oscar-winning actress is playing the late, legendary singer Aretha Franklin in the film while Marlon is playing her first husband Ted White.

Franklin and White, who was also her manager, got married in 1961 when she was only 19 years old. They separated after seven years of marriage and there were reports of domestic abuse during their time together.

Respect will be released on August 14, 2020.