‘Genius: Aretha’ at Nat Geo Casts David Cross
Cross’ Wexler is described as a scrappy, Bronx-born legendary producer who is one of the first to spot Franklin’s incredible talent and potential.
Cynthia Erivo Cast in ‘Genius: Aretha’
National Geographic has found its Aretha Franklin for its upcoming season of “Genius” about the Queen of Soul: Cynthia Erivo has been cast in the title role.
Aretha Franklin Estate Joins Nat Geo’s ‘Genius’ Installment
It was announced at TCA in February that the upcoming season of Genius would be devoted to the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, who died in August at age 76.