1999 Jennifer Lopez Comes Back to Life in a Film About Her Relationship With Diddy

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Miami-based Latina actress Leli Hernández shocked fans with the revelation that she will play Jennifer Lopez in an upcoming Hulu production set to release this November. Not only that, but she will be playing her in a biopic film about her relationship with Sean 'Diddy' Combs.

The resemblance is impressive, and Leli's casting choice seems perfect. Not only does she act, dance, and sing, but she bears a striking likeness to the Bronx Diva. However, the true intrigue of the project lies in its narrative.

In a recent Instagram post, Leli revealed that the production will focus on Shyne, a rising rapper who was with Diddy and J. Lo on the infamous night of December 28, 1999, at New York City's Hot Chocolate Club that ended in a tragic shooting that left one person dead.

While she described the project as a 'biopic', Huly and Shyne are promoting it as a documentary, told from his perspective, highlights the night's aftermath, as Shyne was the only one of the group to face jail time. Hulu has slated the documentary's release for November 18. Yet, it's still unclear whether Leli will appear solely in a reenactment of the night's events or if an additional film adaptation is also in the works.

One thing we do know Jennifer Lopez herself is probably not too happy with the idea. Still, seeing Leli's stunning portrayal—complete with meticulous costume and makeup detail—might soften the blow.

For a glimpse into Leli's transformation, take a look at this throwback to JLo and Diddy at the 1999 MTV VMAs and Leli's Instagram post showcasing her striking resemblance to Lopez.

Who Is Leli Hernández?

The Dominican-American actress initially made her mark as a model before joining the cast of the series 'Caught' in 2017. She later played Stephanie Rivera, Nicky Jam's younger sister, in 'El Ganador,' Netflix's hit biographical series about the reggaeton star.

Beyond acting, Leli is also a singer and songwriter. She is currently on the 'Sorry Papi Tour,' an event series by Monster Jam.

The Untold Story of Shyne

Whether the project remains a documentary or expands into a film, the real fascination lies in Shyne's story. A line from the documentary trailer captures his raw emotion: "One of the hardest parts was watching everyone else succeed," confesses Shyne, whose real name is Moses Barrow. Sentenced to 10 years in prison for the nightclub incident, Shyne was later deported to his native Belize.

As for JLo and Diddy—well, we think we know their story. But Shyne might have a new perspective to share. This November, we'll find out.