Director Lee Daniels had Terrence Howard in mind for the lead role in his upcoming biopic on troubled Motown star Marvin Gaye.

Terrence then claimed that, during a visit to late music producer Quincy Jones's house, he heard a rumor that changed his perspective when it came to taking on the role.

However, Howard ended up missing out on the Gaye biopic as well. The “Empire” star said he passed on the project after he found out about Gaye’s sexuality from another music great, Quincy Jones.

Terrence Howard has revealed the line that he refuses to cross when it comes to choosing roles. ... "I was over at Quincy Jones' house and I’m asking Quincy, ...

Howard decided to go full Lucious Lyon and pass on the role because of a story he heard from the late Quincy Jones regarding Gaye’s alleged sexuality, and that he couldn’t kiss a man, saying ...

Terrence Howard said he turned down the Marvin Gaye biopic after learning it could involve kissing a man, ... “I was over at Quincy Jones’ house and I’m asking Quincy, ...

Actor Terrence Howard revealed that he refused to portray Marvin Gaye in a potential film because of the Motown singer's rumored homosexuality, saying he'd cut his lips off if he ever kissed a man.

Terrence Howard Says He’d ‘Cut Off’ His Lips If He Had ... “I was over at Quincy Jones’ house and I’m asking ... And Quincy’s like, ‘Yes.’” Howard continued about portraying a ...

Terrence Howard discusses a time he turned down playing Marvin Gaye in a biopic originally in the works with director Lee Daniels. ... I was over at Quincy Jones’ house … I’m asking Quincy, ...

Terrence Howard arrives at the “Law & Order: Los Angeles” Premiere Party at W Hollywood Hotel on September 27, ... He said a conversation with Quincy Jones influenced his decision.

Terrence Howard is discussing his biggest career regrets. Howard, 56, spoke to Club Random podcast host Bill Maher about previous offers to step into the roles of two Motown greats on the Sunday ...