Oprah Confirms Mike Epps is Playing Richard Pryor in Upcoming Biopic [Photos]

Nick Cannon and Marlon Wayans were both in the running to play legendary comedian Richard Pryor in an upcoming biopic, but after much speculation it looks like Mike Epps was chosen for the part.

Oprah posted the above photo of herself, director Lee Daniels and Epps along with the caption:

And there it is! We think Mike will definitely do Richard Pryor justice. He’s already got the look down…