Fantasia didn’t want to play Celie in the upcoming ‘Color Purple film’; here’s what changed her mind Friday, November 17 by ABC NewsFantasia said she wasn't too thrilled at the thought of reprising her role as Celie in the upcoming film adaptation of The Color Purple. Taking on the role, she said, would remind her of past trauma she didn't want to again experience.But that's the very reason she... Read More.