Viola Davis has trouble portraying Michelle Obama because she is healthy
Viola Davis rose to fame with ABC’s “How To Get Away With Murder.” But Viola Davis is like so many Black women in Hollywood. Davis was around for years, playing minor roles. When Viola Davis got her chance, she made the most of it. Viola Davis held her own playing opposite of the likes of Denzel Washington.
Viola Davis now has the huge task of playing the role of Michelle Obama. Showtime cast Viola Davis as Michelle Obama, in “The First Lady.” Thus far, Viola Davis has been met with much backlash. Viola Davis’ portrayal of Michelle Obama has been panned. Viewers don’t like how harsh Viola Davis has played Michelle Obama. As a result, Viola Davis has lost a lot of support.
Viola Davis recently did an interview with The Guardian. In Viola Davis’ interview, she opened up on the hard time she is having playing Michelle Obama. Generally, Viola Davis is used to playing flawed characters. So, Viola Davis usually receives acclaim for her work.
For instance, Viola Davis was loved as the loyal wife to a tough husband in Fences. As Michelle Obama, Viola Davis has struggled. Obviously, Michelle Obama won’t be the same kind of character. Explaining this, Viola Davis said Michelle Obama is a healthy person. Davis is used to playing roles filled with trauma.
Viola Davis has trouble portraying Michelle Obama because she is healthy
