Lee Daniels' Own Addictions Helped Him Tell Billie Holiday's Story

Entertainment & Celebs

April 07, 2021

Lee Daniels draws on personal experiences to help tell many of his stories on film and TV.

Drew and Lee Daniels get into an intimate chat about their personal connections to Billie Holiday, the importance of representation in storytelling, addiction, and the healing power of film.

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