Danielle Brooks to Portray Mahalia Jackson in Upcoming Lifetime Film

Lifetime and Robin Roberts have confirmed that Danielle Brooks will star in "The Mahalia Jackson Story," portraying the famous gospel singer who was also a major figure in the civil rights movement.

"Having had the privilege of working with Kenny on Steel Magnolias and Robin Roberts on Stolen by my Mother, I am ecstatic to have them join forces to work together on this special project," Tanya Lopez - EVP of Movies, Limited Series & Original Movie Acquisitions, Lifetime and LMN - said in a statement.

Lopez continued, "Adding Danielle Brooks as Mahalia is icing on the cake. This team is committed in celebrating the legacy of Mahalia and reintroducing her to a world that needs her spirit more than ever."

So far, there's no word on the show's production or expected air date.