Saturday’s highlights on TV include:
“Bessie”: Queen Latifah makes a royal impression in this portrait of the legendary Roaring ‘20s blues singer Bessie Smith. Directed by Dee Rees, the film offers an intimate look at the tenacious woman whose powerful voice took her from anonymity in the rough-and-tumble world of vaudeville to international fame, while dealing with plenty of heartache along the way. The cast also includes Khandi Alexander, Mike Epps, Oliver Platt and Mo’Nique. 8 p.m. Saturday, HBO
“The Billboard Music Awards: An Insider’s Guide” preps viewers for the upcoming trophy fest and includes interviews with chart-topping stars in hop-hop, rock, country, rhythm and blues, and pop. 8 p.m., ABC.
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