Ice Spice to Make Acting Debut in Spike Lee Movie

Ice Spice is making her acting debut in Spike Lee’s upcoming film High and Low alongside Denzel Washington.

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Ice Spice is ready to spice up the big screen. 

The "Think U the S--t" rapper will make her acting debut in director Spike Lee's upcoming movie High and Low, a source close to production told E! News April 10.

Ice Spice—real name Isis Naija Gaston—has a small role and is set to appear in one scene of the Apple Original film, per the insider. 

And the 24-year-old isn't the only star that Lee has tapped for the English-language reimagining of Akira Kurosawa's 1963 crime thriller, as Denzel Washington will take on a leading role in his fifth collaboration with the Do the Right Thing director, according to Variety.

Although Ice Spice is new to acting, she's no stranger to film. She also worked with Nicki Minaj and Aqua on the Barbie movie song "Barbie World" last year and has starred in her own music videos. Not to mention, she's been directed by Taylor Swift, appearing in the superstar's "Karma" remix and celestial music video last year, which earned her an enchanting review.

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"I relate to Ice in many ways, but I think her dedication and focus is what blew me away from the very start," Swift told Variety in September. "She's extremely professional without being cold. Playful and fun without ever taking her eye off the prize. She knows what is and isn't ‘her' and sets those boundaries with grace."

Swift explained that Ice studies other artists but also aims to chart her own path, adding, "It's her ability to carefully find that balance that impresses the hell out of me."

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Likewise, Ice had a positive experience collaborating with and learning from the Grammy winner.

"That's my sis," she told the publication. "We was talking about a bunch of things. She's so funny. We was sipping on a little something something. Just chatting, vibing." 

Next up: Vibing with Spike Lee and Denzel Washington.

Read on to check out more singers turned actors.

Eminem

Though the rapper's filmography isn't very long, it does include starring in the award-winning drama, 8 Mile.

Rihanna

The singer has put in "Work" in the recording studio and on camera! The Barbadian beauty had a major role in Battleship and is part of the cast of Ocean's Eight.

Janelle Monae

The "Tightrope" singer made a name for herself, being featured in two Oscar nominated films in 2017: Moonlight and Hidden Figures.

Will Smith

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air got his start in the music industry, rapping with his childhood friend and producer DJ Jazzy Jeff.

Donnie Wahlberg

The News Kids on the Block singer hasn't left his boyband roots behind, but has added actor to his resume, appearing in shows like Blue Bloods.

Jennifer Hudson

The vocal powerhouse got her start on American Idol, but became a household name when her acting career took off with Dream Girls.

Mark Wahlberg

Looks like it runs in the family! Formerly known as Marky Mark, the rapper turned actor is famous for his work on screen, ranging from action films to comedies like Ted.

Queen Latifah

Beginning as a rapper, the star has shown she can do pretty much anything, even starring in the Oscar-winning Chicago.

Justin Timberlake

Is there anything he can't do? The singer/designer/activist/actor is a true renaissance man. Don't believe us? Watch The Social Network and then we'll talk.

Beyoncé

Before Queen Bey starred in Dream Girls, she was Foxy Cleopatra opposite Mike Meyers in Austin Powers in Gold Member.

Lady Gaga

Mother Monster fit right in on the set of American Horror Story: Hotel, which brings the horror series to Los Angeles, Calif., before taking on A Star Is Born.

Bow Wow

When the young rapper isn't in the studio, he's on the screen! The actor starred in Lottery Ticket in 2010, and has been a regular on CSI: Cyber since 2015.

John Legend

"Everybody Knows" the singer for his hit songs, but he's also quite the actor, even appearing alongside Ryan Gosling in La La Land.

Awkwafina

The rapper made the switch to television providing commentary on Girl Code - now she's a part of the films Crazy Rich Asians and Ocean's Eight.

Ice Cube

"Straight Outta Compton" and onto the silver screen! The MC has had hit after hit - from "It Was a Good Day" to Are We There Yet?

Cher

"I Got You Babe"...and also an Academy Award and a few Golden Globes. The superstar is known not only for her music, but for her acting in films like Moonstruck and Burlesque.

Common

The hip-hop artist and Kanye West's collaborator does more than just music - he's also an actor, appearing in films like Selma and John Wick: Chapter 2.

Ludacris

The rapper has always been a "Money Maker"; besides being a hip-hop legend, Luda stars in the Fast and Furious franchise.

Madonna

The "Like A Virgin" singer is no virgin to the big screen, appearing in films like Evita and A League Of Their Own.

LL Cool J

In addition to being one of the first mainstream hip-hop acts, the legendary rapper has starred in a number of films, and is a part of NCIS: LA.

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