Crystal & Franklink In 'Hairspray' Talks
[Tuesday, March 8th, 2005]Billy Crystal and Aretha Franklin are in talks to join New Line's Hairspray, says Variety.
Crystal would play the role of Wilbur Turnblad, while Franklin would play R&B record shop owner Motormouth Maybelle.
John Travolta is thought to play leading lady Edna Turnblad. 'Hairspray' is expected to begin shooting in September.
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