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.

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, citing personal discomfort with the role.

In conversation with Club Random host Bill Maher, Terrence Howard shared what he believed to be the “biggest mistake” he ever made in his career.

Terrence Howard says his biggest mistake was turning down Smokey Robinson’s request due to prior talks with Lee Daniels.

Terrence Howard has revealed the line that he refuses to cross when it comes to choosing roles. The Empire alum divulged the info while telling Club Random host Bill Maher about the "biggest ...

Oscar-nominated Terrence Howard said he refused to portray Marvin Gaye in a potential film because of the Motown singer's rumored homosexuality.

Terrence Howard discusses a time he turned down playing Marvin Gaye in a biopic originally in the works with director Lee Daniels.

However, Howard ultimately declined that opportunity, citing personal discomfort with portraying aspects of Gaye’s life. He said a conversation with Quincy Jones influenced his decision.

In a 2018 interview with Vulture, the late Quincy Jones appeared to confirm that Gaye once had a relationship with Hollywood star Marlon Brando.