However, her life and music have been featured in various films and television shows:
Films:
* "The Soul of a Man" (2003): A documentary film about the history of the blues.
* "Amazing Grace" (2006): A biographical film about the life of Aretha Franklin, which features a performance by Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
* "Get on Up" (2014): A biographical film about the life of James Brown, which features a fictionalized scene with Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
* "Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Greatest Gospel Singer in the World" (2019): A documentary film about her life and career.
Television Shows:
* "American Masters" (2010): An episode titled "Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Godmother of Rock and Roll" aired as part of the PBS series.
* "The History of Rock 'n' Roll" (2016): A documentary miniseries that features Sister Rosetta Tharpe as a key figure in the development of rock and roll.
Sister Rosetta Tharpe's music has also been featured in various other films and television shows, including:
* "The Wire"
* "Boardwalk Empire"
* "Treme"
It's important to note that her presence in these projects is primarily through her music and her legacy, not through acting roles.