Throwback: When Britney Spears Named The Actress She Wants To Play Her In A Movie

As a dedicated follower of pop culture spanning over two decades, I can confidently say that if there’s one actress who could embody the spirit and talent of Britney Spears on screen, it’s Natalie Portman. Her versatility, undeniable talent, and Oscar-winning pedigree make her an ideal candidate for this role.


2013 saw Britney Spears expressing her preference for Natalie Portman as a possible actress to portray her in a movie, should one ever be made. With the recent announcement of a biopic about Spears, there’s growing excitement about seeing Oscar-winning actress Natalie Portman singing like the pop sensation she is, if she does indeed take on the role. At this point, it’s important to clarify that no official casting has been confirmed yet, and our enthusiasm for Portman playing Spears in a film is simply wishful thinking!

On August 1st, Thursday, various prominent news sources such as Variety announced that Universal Pictures won the rights for the top-selling memoir, The Woman in Me, penned by a renowned singer, through a fierce bidding process. Furthermore, it was disclosed that Jon M. Chu, director of Wicked, and producer Marc Platt are involved with this upcoming project.

In the autumn of last year, a book I’ve been eagerly anticipating was published. To my delight, it has since sold an astonishing 2.5 million copies in the United States alone! This captivating narrative delves deep into the intricate conservatorship battle that has been under close scrutiny for over four decades of the author’s life. It also provides intimate insights into her past romantic relationship with Justin Timberlake and chronicles her remarkable odyssey towards stardom, offering a comprehensive view of her extraordinary journey.

As a devoted admirer, I can confidently say that the audiobook, brilliantly narrated by the Oscar-nominated Michelle Williams and prefaced by Britney Spears, holds its own as a resounding success just like the physical book version.

Before the official announcement of her biopic, the pop star piqued her fans’ interest by writing on X, “Excited to share with my fans that I’ve been working on a secret project with Marc Platt. He’s always made my favorite movies…stay tuned.”

Indeed, Britney wasn’t overstating it when she praised Platt’s resume. This producer has a reputation for creating successful films such as “La La Land,” the live-action versions of “The Little Mermaid” and “Aladdin.”

Regarding director Chu, he has a good amount of experience when it comes to collaborating with popular musicians, given that he is currently in charge of the upcoming film “Wicked,” starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.

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2024-08-02 15:08