The actor who will play the murdered rapper Christopher Wallace, aka The Notorious B.I.G., in the new biopic 'Notorious' has been announced.
Actor Jamal Woolard will play Wallace in the film, with Angela Bassett playing Wallace's mother, Voletta Wallace, Derek Luke playing Sean Combs and Anthony Mackie playing Tupac Shakur.
Commenting on Woolard's casting, Voletta Wallace said: "Finding B.I.G. was a task in itself and I'm honoured that so many young men came out to audition for the role. However, it was Jamal's charming personality, warm spirit, wonderful sense of humour and beautiful smile that won my heart. He is a talented and charismatic actor and I am excited that he will bring Christopher's character to the big screen."
'Notorious' begins filming in New York on 24 March.
