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ASAP Rocky to Star in Spike Lee 'Highest 2 Lowest'

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Rapper ASAP Rocky lands lead role in Spike Lee's new film 'Highest 2 Lowest', marking his second major acting gig since his 2015 breakout in 'Dope'.
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  • ASAP Rocky will reportedly earn a whopping $5 million for his starring role, making it his biggest payday yet for an acting project.
  • Spike Lee, the acclaimed director behind classics like 'Do the Right Thing' and 'Malcolm X', personally handpicked ASAP Rocky for the lead after being impressed by his performance in 'Dope'.
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ASAP Rocky, Spike Lee, Spike Lee, Highest 2 Lowest, Dope
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