Aretha Franklin's Health on the Line Again; Janelle Monáe Steps in for Her

Aretha Franklin's Health on the Line Again; Janelle Monáe Steps in for Her

R&B star Janelle Monáe will step in for an ailing Aretha Franklin at an upcoming concert with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Franklin was under doctor's orders to withdraw from the May 20 “Corporate Night” fundraiser, according to the orchestra's website.

Aretha Franklin has a meeting about her upcoming biopic, which has been in the works for years. Franklin says she's heavily involved in the project, including who will play her in the film. Front-runners include Jennifer Hudson

Aretha Franklin has canceled appearances in Chicago and Connecticut later this month under a doctor's recommendation.

Aretha Franklin cancels concerts amid health problems. By The Reliable Source, Published: May 13, 2013 at 7:04 pm. Comments · Tweet. More. submit to reddit · Aretha Franklin performs during McDonald's Gospelfest 2013 at the Prudential Center on

Aretha Franklin has canceled appearances in Chicago and Connecticut later this month under a doctor's recommendation. A Monday news release says Franklin will need treatment during the time period shows were