Shirley Caesar tells of her blessings in film series

Pastor Shirley Caesar will tell her story in a new film series titled Blessings - My Life - His Glory. The limited series is co-written by 5-0 Studios London's executive producer Melanie Greene and the gospel superstar.

" Blessings stands out as a monumental project that combines the strengths of our all-star cast and a powerful narrative of our story," said Greene.

The project, that promises to blend visual storytelling with musical excellence, shines as a testament to Caesar's family's enduring faith and legacy, aiming to resonate deeply with viewers around the world. The series will trace Caesar's humble beginnings and family roots. It will allow her global audience a glimpse into her life of more than eight decades of music and the glory of God's "blessings".

Born in Durham, North Carolina, in October 1938, Caesar was the 10th of 13 children - five boys and eight girls - for Jim and Hallie Caesar.

Producers say Blessings - My Life - His Glory will describe the Caesar family's early struggles in the 1940s, the passing of her father when she was seven years old, and the trials and tribulations the family went through during the early era of the '50s.

Over an incredible eight-decade career, Caesar, who is a humanitarian, author, actress, singer, and songwriter, has become easily the most visible gospel artiste in the world. Her catalogue includes global hits such as No Charge, I Remember Mama, and Hold My Mule, which remained No. 1 on Billboard's gospel chart for 52 weeks.

By the age of 10 Caesar had made a name for herself. The tiny singer in ponytails and bobby socks was known throughout the Carolinas and Virginia as 'Baby Shirley'. Her foot-omping style was in demand for church services and recitals. Caesar travelled the rough roads throughout the states accompanied by the family pastor, and neighbours Mother Jones and Mother Stella. Her mother, Hallie, had Aunt Ida or brother Cleo accompany the weekend appearances. Caesar's career moved up the music charts, allowing the needed wealth to take care of her mother and assist her siblings throughout her career.

Caesar has to her credit 12 Grammys, 15 Dove Awards, 14 Stellar Awards, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award from The Recording Academy, Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and many more.