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- Kim Kardashian is ‘top of the list’ to play Whitney Houston’s role in Bodyguard remake (themirror.com)
Kim Kardashian is reportedly in talks to star in the remake of the 1992 blockbuster, The Bodyguard, a role many fans had pegged for Taylor Swift. While Swift seemed a natural choice given her recent film collaboration with the remake’s director, Sam Wrench, sources suggest Warner Bros. has been eyeing Kardashian for the lead.
Insiders claim the script is being tailored specifically for the SKIMS mogul, potentially deviating from the musical format of the original, which starred Whitney Houston, and leaning towards a more dramatic narrative. This news comes as a surprise to Swift’s fans, who envisioned her stepping into Houston’s iconic shoes.
Kardashian, who has appeared in Disaster Movie, Ocean’s Eight, and American Horror Story, has been vocal about her aspirations for a serious acting career. Sources close to the star say she sees this role as a major stepping stone towards becoming a bona fide movie star.
Warner Bros. insiders, however, maintain that Kardashian was always their first choice, suggesting Swift’s connection to the project stemmed primarily from fan speculation. While a representative for Swift has yet to comment, one insider playfully hinted at a potential “battle of the divas” should Swift express interest in the role.