Beyonce - To play Esther Blodgett in "A Star Is Born"

Beyonce is currently in talks to play the lead the role of Esther Blodgett in "A Star Is born". The movie is about a young woman, Esther, who decides to go to Hollywood to pursue stardom. There she meets Norman Maine and falls in love with him. He helps guide her promising career while his declines rapidly.

Clint Eastwood will direct and produce the film. This will be the fourth version of "A Star Is Born". The first was made in 1937 and the mos recent in 1976. Barbra Streisand starred as Esther Blodgett, and Kris Kristofferson played the role of Norman Maine. Although the movie was not a major hit, Barbra Streisand won an Oscar for its theme track "Evergreen".

The role of Norman Maine hasn't been offered to anyone yet. Possible cast selections include Robert Downey Jr, Russell Crowe, Will Smith, P Diddy, and Jay-Z.

On other Beyonce news, she is reportedly "one song away" from finishing her next studio album.

Watch Barbra Streisand perform "Evergreen":

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