Aretha Franklin

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with the late Aretha Franklin, who is played by Jennifer Hudson in the new biopic "Respect" in movie theaters today. The Queen of Soul discusses the creation of the iconic song "Respect" and describes how she would like to be remembered. You'll even hear from legendary music producer Clive Davis and NBA legend Isaiah Thomas, who accompanied her on the Kennedy Center Honors red carpet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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