'Nina Simone' Throws Shade at Zoe Saldana From Beyond the Grave

Published 10 years ago

It’s no secret that the family of Nina Simone is NOT thrilled with Zoe Saldana’s portrayal of the late singer in the upcoming ‘Nina’ biopic — but now Nina’s verified Twitter account is throwing shade.

Zoe Saldana tweeted a Nina Simone quote in response to the backlash she’s been receiving over the movie…

"I'll tell you what freedom is to me- No Fear… I mean really, no fear." #NinaSimone

— Zoe Saldana (@zoesaldana) March 2, 2016

…and Nina clapped back.

.@zoesaldana Cool story but please take Nina's name out your mouth. For the rest of your life.

— Nina Simone (@NinaSimoneMusic) March 3, 2016

Damn.

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‘Nina Simone’ Throws Shade at Zoe Saldana From Beyond the Grave

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