Skye Dakota Turner portrayed Aretha Franklin as a child in the critically acclaimed biopic Respect.
Portrayal of Young Aretha Franklin
In the 2021 film Respect, the early life of music icon Aretha Franklin is explored, with Skye Dakota Turner taking on the role of the 10-year-old "Queen of Soul." Turner's performance captures Franklin's nascent talent, particularly in a memorable opening sequence where young Aretha is woken from her bed and led downstairs to sing for guests at a house party hosted by her father, showcasing her extraordinary vocal abilities from a very young age.
| Role | Actress | Film | Key Scene Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Aretha Franklin (10-years-old) | Skye Dakota Turner | Respect | Singing at her father's house party in the film's opening. |
Turner's portrayal was crucial in establishing the foundational years of Aretha Franklin's journey to global superstardom, highlighting her powerful voice and early immersion in the world of gospel music through her father's influential Detroit church.
