Selena Gomez has confirmed that she will be portraying the iconic music artist Linda Ronstadt in an upcoming biographical film. Ronstadt, famous for hit songs like "You're No Good" and "I Can't Help It (If I'm Still In Love With You)," is known for her significant contributions to rock, country, and Latin music. Both Gomez and Ronstadt share Mexican heritage, making Gomez a fitting choice for the role.
The film, which is still in the pre-production stage, does not have a set release date yet, and no other casting announcements have been made. John Boylan, Ronstadt's manager, and James Keach, a producer on a 2019 documentary about Ronstadt, are co-producing the biopic. It is unclear what Ronstadt's personal involvement in the film will be at this time.
Gomez had previously hinted at her involvement in the project, posting a photo of herself reading Ronstadt's memoir on social media. Rumors of Gomez portraying Ronstadt had already started circulating, and the confirmation of her casting has excited fans of both the pop star and the music legend.
This new project comes at a time when Gomez has expressed the possibility of retiring from music after her next album. In a recent podcast interview, she stated that she feels she has one more album in her, but would most likely choose to focus on acting. With her recent Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, as well as this exciting biopic opportunity, Gomez's career in front of the camera shows no signs of slowing down.
Selena Gomez's involvement in the Linda Ronstadt biopic adds another impressive accomplishment to her continuously growing resume. As a pop star, beauty mogul, and now an actress, Gomez proves her versatility in various creative endeavors.
