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John Legend is stepping into one of the most important roles of his career, taking on the part of Harry Belafonte in Bill Condon’s upcoming biopic “The Road Home.” The movie chronicles the life and struggle of South African jazz legend Hugh Masekela. Legend’s casting marks a significant moment for the artist, who’s already proven his acting chops across multiple platforms from his Tony-winning performance in the Broadway production of “Jitney” to his role as Jesus in NBC’s “Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert” and appearances in films like “La La Land” and “Coming 2 America.” The film, currently in production in South Africa, explores Masekela’s defiance during the apartheid era and his complex relationship with the anti-apartheid movement, particularly around Paul Simon’s controversial Graceland album. The narrative centers on Masekela’s decision to collaborate with Miriam Makeba on the Graceland band, a move that put him at odds with anti-apartheid advocates who viewed Simon’s album as a violation of the UN’s cultural boycott.
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