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FKA Twigs plays legendary queer dancer Josephine Baker

FKA Twigs plays Josephine Baker in the first official biopic about the legendary dancer. Baker was a queer icon, activist, and French national hero.

RainbowNews EditorialMay 11, 2026 — Duitsland3 min read
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It is now official: FKA Twigs will play Josephine Baker in a new film. Baker was a legendary dancer, singer, and activist. She is regarded as a French national hero.

Josephine Baker was an extraordinary woman. She was born in 1906 in the United States. Later she moved to Paris, France. There she became world-famous as a dancer and entertainer.

Baker is also important to the LGBTQ+ community. She had relationships with both men and women. She was openly bisexual at a dangerous time. This made her a pioneer for queer people worldwide.

Beyond her artistic career, Baker was a courageous activist. She actively fought racism and discrimination. During World War II, she helped the French Resistance. In 2021, she was inducted into the Panthéon in Paris. She is the first Black woman to receive this honor.

FKA Twigs is a renowned British singer and performer. She is known for her unique dance style and music. Many people see her as perfect for this role. She has her own experience overcoming challenges in the music industry.

This will be the first official biopic about Josephine Baker. Fans and LGBTQ+ activists have long anticipated such a film. The film is receiving significant attention in the queer community. Baker is an important icon for many queer people.

Further details about the film remain unknown. No official release date has been announced yet. The director and other actors have not been revealed. More information will follow later this year.

The film promises to be a tribute to an impressive woman. Josephine Baker changed the worlds of entertainment and activism. Her story deserves to be told to new generations.

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