It debuted at No.
1 and was certified platinum.
Over the next few years, Fantasia released more albums and established herself as an R&B star.
Fantasia Barrino in ‘The Color Purple’Courtesy of Warner Bros.
Her performance earned her raves as she effortlessly conveyed Celies complex emotional journey from abuse victim to empowered woman.
Thats when he told me I had been nominated for a Golden Globe, and I started crying.
This has been a long time coming for me.
I always walk with patience.
Do I get upset sometimes?
Yes, Im human.
I just had to trust that things will come through in the end.
I dont know whats next, she said.
I would love to do more movies and challenge myself in other roles because I love working.
But most importantly, I want to help heal as Celie did in this story.
I am so proud of her.
I want to share my home and bless people with resources and the things they need.
She adds, Im still here.
My mother is healthy.
Ive got some healthy children who bring me so much joy, and Ive got two cute dogs.
She ends the conversation with, God, youre still good.
Producers include Steven Spielberg, Oprah Winfrey and Quincy Jones, with executive producers Alice Walker and Rebecca Walker.
The film debuts in theaters on December 25.
