Last week Friday I was on a much needed haitus only to come back to so many great news exclusives! I had to go back to August 17 and the release of the movie Sparkle which stars the legendary Whitney Houston, who is and will always be in my eyes the greatest female singer that ever lived. For stunning actress Tika Sumpter who appears in the movie Sparkle Aug. 17 will signify a great step on her continued journey to superstardom as a Hollywood actress. Check out Rolling Out's amazing interview and coverage..
One of our first encounters with you was on “Gossip Girls.” How different was the experience of Sparkle with its all-black cast?
First off, I just want to say that I am very thankful for the opportunity that I received with “Gossip Girls.” To me though, acting is just acting. I honestly don’t like saying a black film, because on the flip side, we don’t call then white films. At the end of the day, when they say action, we all have to do the same job.
How did you channel your character Delores in the movie Sparkle?
I’m grateful to [screenwriter] Mara Brock Akil, because she expanded the role of Delores. I definitely think there is some of me in the character … she is a protector and a strong person, which mirrors my own personality a lot. The great thing about the role, is that I was able to really take chances and expand upon who Delores was in the original.
Describe the experience on set, and the chemistry that you had with your castmates.
It was an amazing experience. It really felt like we were a family working toward a common goal. Every part of that experience is something that I will keep with me for the rest of my life.
This or That?
Our time with Tika Sumpter was so enjoyable that we decided to have a little fun by playing a game of “This or That.” Check out some of Sumpter’s preferences.
Cake or Ice Cream?
I like both. I like red velvet cake or vanilla ice cream. I’m a plain Jane kind of girl. So you won’t see me with syrup, sprinkles and all kinds of other things on top.
Dress or Jeans?
I’m a jeans kind of girl. If I could wear jeans everywhere that I went, then I would. We have to dress up all of time for red carpets and other events, so while it’s fun to play dress up, I prefer t-shirts and jeans.
Heels or Flats?
Heels make you feel taller and longer. They just stretch everything out and make you feel sexy. But flats are just easy breezy. Anything that is simple is alright in my book.
Words and Images: DeWayne Rogers
Makeup: Oslyn Holder
Hair: Annagjid Kee Taylor
Wardrobe Stylist: Micah McDonald
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