# John Legend Plays Belafonte in Masekela Biopic | Hip-Hop News

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Published: 2026-07-30T23:09:48+00:00
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John Legend steps into the shoes of Harry Belafonte in the new film “The Road Home,” a powerful biopic about South African legend Hugh Masekela and his fearless fight against apartheid. With a stacked cast including Thabo Rametsi, Guy Pearce, and Cynthia Erivo, and a soundtrack featuring Masekela, Miriam Makeba, and Paul Simon, the film explores Masekela’s activism, his complex legacy, and his pivotal role in the global anti-apartheid movement. Legend, a longtime advocate for justice and a seasoned actor, brings his own passion to the role, honoring Belafonte’s revolutionary spirit and deepening the film’s message of resistance through art. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b0119fbf234092ef

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