Documentary explores friendship between Luther Vandross and David Bowie

A new documentary, “Luther: Never Too Much,” highlights the friendship between Luther Vandross and David Bowie. The film premieres on CNN on New Year’s Day and explores how Bowie helped launch Vandross's career in the 1970s. Bowie invited Vandross to sing on his album “Young Americans” after overhearing him in the studio. Vandross, who had previously worked as a backup singer, gained recognition through this collaboration and shared a songwriting credit on the album. Both artists are celebrated icons in music. Vandross passed away in 2005, while Bowie died in 2017. Their friendship and mutual support are remembered as significant in their careers.