A review for the Broadway production Fela!. Rumors are floating around that Patti LaBelle will play Fela Kuti’s mother, Funmilayo Kuti. Lillias White who also played Fela Kuti’s mother, Funmilayo Kuti, and her annihilating voice helped the show win three Tony Awards.

So, it’s no shocker that the iconic Patti LaBelle is in talks to play Funmilayo Kuti. Black Voices reported:

“Patti LaBelle has come to the show and expressed interests,” a production rep confirmed, adding, “there have been discussions and the producers are trying to work out something.” The rep clarified, “But nothing has been worked out as of yet.”

Considering Patti LaBelle’s diverse fan base, she is a perfect fit for Broadway. Her last time on Broadway was the 1998 solo concert, Patti La Belle on Broadway. Let’s hope Mama Patti gets this role!