will premiere Jan. 30 on Lifetime, and ET has your exclusive first look at what to expect from the biopic!Executive produced by Williams, the movie takes fans on her real-life journey from a complicated child with big dreams in Asbury Park, New Jersey, to becoming a successful radio and TV host, along with all the challenges she has faced along the way.
Williams is portrayed in the bopic by actress Ciera Payton, who's previously appeared in shows like and .Payton told ET's Kevin Frazier that she got into character by watching clips from over and over.
Needless to say, she has the role of Williams, perfecting everything from the host's lovable Jersey accent to her sassy mannerisms.One of the most difficult scenes Payton had to recreate,.
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