Babyface Announces New Documentary Exploring His Legendary R&B Career

Sun, November 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM

Babyface will peel back the curtain on decades of chart-topping collaborations and emotional turmoil in a new documentary directed by Chris Moukarbel and produced by Kenya Barris.

The untitled film, backed by HarbourView Equity Partners, will trace the Babyface journey from a quiet kid in Indianapolis to one of the most influential forces in R&B.

The 13x-Grammy winner will appear in exclusive interviews and share never-before-seen footage from his personal archives.

"Finally telling the story of my life," Babyface said on Instagram. "And I'm honored to do it with the best."

The documentary will spotlight his work with a who's who of music legends, including Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, Lil Wayne, Beyoncé, Madonna, Toni Braxton, Bobby Brown, Eric Clapton, Mary J. Blige, Boyz II Men and SZA.

In a statement, Babyface reflected on the emotional excavation the project has required.

"I've often wondered how an unassuming kid from Indianapolis got to where he is today, working with artists and achieving dreams I could've never imagined when I first started," he said. "This documentary is giving me a chance to go down memory lane with a fine-tooth comb, reexamining the highs and lows of my life and career. I'm discovering where all the songs really came from - and perhaps just as important, the how and why."

The film will also include behind-the-scenes footage from Babyface's upcoming Las Vegas residency at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort, where he's scheduled for four weekend shows in 2026.