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Emma Roberts Expresses Interest In Playing Britney Spears In Biopic

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Actress Emma Roberts has expressed her excitement at the prospect of portraying pop icon Britney Spears in an upcoming biopic based on Spears' bestselling memoir. Roberts shared her admiration for Spears, citing her love for the singer's music, particularly the album 'In the Zone' released in 2003.

Roberts, known for her role in 'American Horror Story: Delicate,' revealed that she often sings Britney Spears songs to her son during bath time, despite feeling a bit quirky about it. The actress expressed her enthusiasm for the rumored opportunity to play Spears on the big screen, calling it her 'true dream.'

Universal Pictures recently acquired the rights to adapt Spears' memoir 'The Woman In Me,' with director Jon M. Chu and producer Marc Platt attached to the project. Spears' memoir delves into personal revelations, including details about her past relationship with Justin Timberlake and a difficult decision she made regarding a pregnancy during their time together.

Roberts admires Spears' music, particularly 'In the Zone' album.
Emma Roberts to play Britney Spears in upcoming biopic.
Universal Pictures to adapt Spears' memoir 'The Woman In Me.'

In her memoir, Spears candidly shared about her abortion while dating Timberlake, noting his reluctance to become a father at that time. She also disclosed an instance of infidelity on her part with choreographer Wade Robson, while acknowledging Timberlake's own unfaithfulness during their relationship.

Despite facing challenges in their romance, Spears and Timberlake navigated through difficult moments and remained together for a significant period. Spears' memoir sheds light on the complexities of their high-profile relationship and the struggles they encountered.

The upcoming biopic based on Spears' memoir is highly anticipated by fans, as it promises to offer a deeper insight into the life and experiences of the iconic pop star. With Roberts potentially stepping into the role of Britney Spears, the film is poised to capture the essence of Spears' journey and legacy in the music industry.

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