Angela Bassett recalls the emotionally and physically challenging experience of getting into character as Tina Turner for the 1993 biopic What’s Love Got to Do with It. Portraying the tragic parts of Tina Turner’s life alongside Laurence Fishburne was a demanding process, especially when it came to filming violent scenes depicting the abuse she suffered from Ike Turner. Bassett reflects on the long hours spent on set, with Fishburne’s support helping her navigate through the emotionally draining moments. One harrowing scene in particular, portraying the violence of rape, left Bassett emotionally drained and calling for a delicate approach to filming. Learn more about Angela Bassett’s intense journey portraying Tina Turner in this exclusive interview.
