AceShowbiz - Roberta Flack will be honored in a new documentary airing on Oprah Winfrey’s OWN network in recognition of Women’s History Month. The special, titled OWN Spotlight: Roberta, is scheduled to premiere on March 12 at 9 p.m. ET/PT and will offer an in-depth look at the acclaimed artist’s life and career.

This two-hour documentary traces Roberta Flack’s journey from performing in piano lounges to becoming a global chart-topping star. It also highlights her passionate commitment to civil rights and social justice causes. The film features rare archival footage of Flack reflecting on her life, alongside interviews with notable figures including the late Rev. Jesse Jackson and Grammy-winning singer and duet partner Peabo Bryson. Award-winning filmmaker Antonino D’Ambrosio directed, wrote, and produced the documentary.

In a statement to Billboard, OWN president Tina Perry praised Roberta Flack’s impact, saying, "Roberta Flack’s artistry stands as a powerful testament to creativity, courage and originality." She added that the special aims to celebrate Flack’s legacy by exploring how her influential music continues to resonate across generations and shape culture today.

Roberta Flack, who passed away at age 88 in 2025, was recently honored alongside artists such as D’Angelo and Ozzy Osbourne during the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Her timeless contributions span genres including R&B, jazz, folk, and pop, producing iconic songs like "Killing Me Softly with His Song," "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face," "Where Is the Love" with Donny Hathaway, and "Tonight, I Celebrate My Love" with Peabo Bryson.

Notably, Flack was the first artist to win the Grammy Award for Record of the Year in consecutive years (1973 and 1974). She is also set to be inducted into the National Rhythm and Blues Hall of Fame in October 2026, cementing her enduring place in music history.

The documentary promises a comprehensive tribute to her artistry and activism, providing fans and new audiences alike with an opportunity to appreciate the depth and influence of Roberta Flack’s work.