Teyana Taylor as Aaliyah for Halloween

As we all know by now, 17-year-old Disney actress Zendaya has nabbed the role of Aaliyah in the upcoming Lifetime biopic, one that 106 & Park actress Keshia Chante was lobbying for, amongst others. It looks as though that ‘others’ included Teyana Taylor, as her friend Tyrone has her audition tape to Instagram revealing what may have been.

“I know teyana is gona be mad at me for posting her audition clips but i honestly feel no one deserves this role more then her,” he said with the videos. “[Teyana] embraces Aaliyah dancing , acting and singing. (Which I’ll be posting all 3parts) but unfortunately Aaliyah’s family isn’t involved & she no longer wanted to be apart of the film.”

The latter part of the statement was announced yesterday in a new report, when Aaliyah’s uncle Barry Hankerson revealed they’re NOT on board with the Lifetime film and will be making attempts to block its release.

In the 3-part post, we watch as Teyana shows off her dancing skills with Aaliyah’s “Try Again” routine, her acting with a short monologue and her singing with Aaliyah’s “At Your Best.” It honestly gives me CHILLS how amazing she was at portraying the late singer! Check it out below and let us know your thoughts!

Marisa Mendez

The singing:

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The dancing:

Source: NB