
Beyonce, who covets an Oscar, now has a Clint to help her realize her acting dream. The musical star has been cast in a Warner Bros. remake (No. 4) of “A Star is Born,” with Clint Eastwood set to direct. Couldn’t be a better scenario. Eastwood is not only an elite director but has a big interest in music and has scored some of his own films.
Beyonce has been attached to the project since last year, and there was a point where it looked like Russell Crowe might co-star with Nick Cassavetes directing. Same script (by Will Fetters) reportedly but no male star as yet.
Names have started flying around. Deadline’s list includes P Diddy, Jay Z, Eddie Murphy, Robert Downey Jr and Jon Hamm. Any other suggestions?