Big Sean recently applauded filmmaker Tyler Perry for spotlighting his grandmother’s WWII battalion.
- The movie ‘The Six Triple Eight’ focuses on an all-Black, all-female unit during World War II.
- Sean’s grandmother, Mildred Virginia Dupee Leonard, served in this unit.
- The rapper shared his gratitude on Instagram, noting the significance for his family.
- The film features stars like Kerry Washington and Oprah Winfrey, and it’s set to hit Netflix soon.
Big Sean took a walk down memory lane at the premiere of Tyler Perry’s latest project, ‘The Six Triple Eight’. The story hits close to home for Sean as it highlights the historic 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion in which his grandmother served during World War II.
Sean carried a picture of his grandmother, Mildred Virginia Dupee Leonard, on the red carpet. Leonard passed away in 2014, but her legacy lives on through this film and Sean’s heartfelt tributes.
After the premiere, Sean expressed his appreciation on Instagram, thanking Perry for bringing this powerful story to the screen. He also acknowledged the film’s cast, including Kerry Washington and Oprah Winfrey, who play pivotal roles in the narrative.
@entertainmenttonight Big Sean is honoring his late grandmother Mildred V. Leonard at the premiere of upcoming war drama ‘The Six Triple Eight’ 🥹 #bigsean #thesixtripleeight #wwii #music
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Perry’s movie not only recounts a unique part of history but also honors the often-overlooked contributions of these remarkable women. The film will be available on Netflix, ensuring a wide audience gets to learn about this impactful story.
Amidst celebrating his family’s history, Sean also dealt with rumors about his relationship status. When TMZ asked about his plans to marry his longtime girlfriend, Jhené Aiko, Sean replied with his usual laid-back demeanor, indicating he’s not in a rush to tie the knot.
Sean’s gratitude towards Perry highlights the importance of preserving family history and honoring legacy.
