‘If I kissed some man, I would cut my lips off’: Terrence Howard explains why he declined Marvin Gaye biopic

Terrence Howard declined the role of Marvin Gaye in a film because he feared he wouldn’t be able to kiss another man, despite being already contracted for Smokey Robinson’s biopic. His decision was fueled by growing concerns over rumors of Marvin’s sexuality following an encounter with Quincy Jones, leading him to question his ability to commit fully to the role. The incident sparked deep personal debates about homophobia and romance in public life.