Set in the 1970s, the film explores the aftermath of an assassination attempt on Bob Marley, showcasing his journey toward using music to unite Jamaica.
Kingsley Ben-Adir is known for his diverse roles, from playing former President Barack Obama to playing a Ken doll in the “Barbie” movie. Now, he takes on the challenge of portraying reggae legend Bob Marley in the much-anticipated biopic “Bob Marley: One Love.”
Set in the 1970s, the film explores the aftermath of an assassination attempt on Marley, showcasing his journey toward using music as a way to unite Jamaica.
Initially, Ben-Adir said he was hesitant about playing Marley due to his lack of singing and guitar-playing skills and not being Jamaican.
“The only thing Bob and I really have in common is that you know, he has a white parent and a black parent, and he’s mixed.
