Barry Jenkins Denies Favoritism In Casting Blue Ivy For “Lion King”
Blue Ivy, the 12-year-old daughter of Jay-Z and Beyoncé, debuted as the voice of lioness cub Kiara in Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King, with director Barry Jenkins firmly stating her casting came down to talent, not family connections. In an interview with People magazine, Jenkins, known for directing the Oscar-winning drama “Moonlight,” addressed speculation about