Aaron Pierre chats with The Hollywood Reporter at the 'Mufasa: The Lion King' premiere and dishes on playing the role of Mufasa and stepping into James Earl Jones' shoes.
Hear why he calls James a "hero" of his since the very beginning.
In this Disney classic - 'Mufasa' takes center stage. The film follows the origin story of the future king of the Pride Lands and his early relationship with Scar. The Hollywood Reporter sat down with Director Barry Jenkins alongside songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda and stars Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Tiffany Boone. The cast and crew talk all about their memories of the original 'Lion King,' working with Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter and the film's tribute to the legendary James Earl Jones.
Credit: The Hollywood Reporter Duration: 03:29Published
Braelyn Rankins describes the excitement he felt working with Lin Manuel Miranda and singing new songs in 'Mufasa: The Lion King.' Plus, he talks working closely with Aaron Pierre in the film.
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The Hollywood Reporter presents the Next Gen Talent of 2024 in honor of THR's Next Gen Issue. Stars including Kit Connor, Ryan Destiny, Kaia Gerber, David Jonsson, Katy O'Brian, Aaron Pierre, Josh Rivera, Dominic Sessa and D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai reveal the celebrity they are dying to work with, the best advice they’ve received and more.
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Mufasa The Lion King Movie Clip - Hakuna Mufasa
US Release Date: December 20, 2024
Starring: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Tiffany Boone
Director : Barry Jenkins
Synopsis: "Mufasa: The Lion..
Mufasa The Lion King Movie Featurette - Creating the World
US Release Date: December 20, 2024
Starring: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Tiffany Boone
Director : Barry Jenkins
Synopsis:..
Mufasa The Lion King Movie Clip - Timon and Pumbaa
US Release Date: December 20, 2024
Starring: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Tiffany Boone
Director : Barry Jenkins
Synopsis: "Mufasa: The..
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