Marlon Wayans Taps Into Toxic Masculinity For Dramatic Role In Aretha Franklin Biopic ‘Respect’

08/12/2021

He plays Franklin’s ex-husband and manager Ted White.

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Marlon Wayans Taps Into Toxic Masculinity For Dramatic Role In Aretha Franklin Biopic ‘Respect’

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