Yaya DaCosta landed the greatest role of all, playing Whitney Houston in Lifetime’s upcoming biopic of the late star entitled Whitney.
Since making her television debut in Cycle 3 of America’s Next Top Model, DaCosta has gone on to score a number of recurring roles on shows including All My Children, Ugly Betty and House.
She’s also had big-screen success as well, with her most recent role being in Lee Daniels’ The Butler.
Launch the gallery above to take a look at Yaya’s biggest career moments so far.
You can catch the premiere of Whitney on January 17th at 8/7c on Lifetime.
