We TOTALLY didn’t see this coming! Lainey Gossip reports that Jennifer Lawrence auditioned for the role, they loved her, and are trying to hammer out a deal with her.
I’d been hearing whispers about it all week in LA. Jennifer Lawrence’s name came up repeatedly. Then, over the weekend, sources confirmed to me exclusively that she’d read for it and they loved her. So much. Like no one else they’ve seen has even come close to what she delivered. The way it was described to me: “Jennifer really went for it and she blew them away”. I’m told a deal is being hammered out right now. And they’re almost there. Some details still need to be finalised, and anything can happen where negotiations are concerned, but they’re close. Lionsgate apparently really wants her.
Also, did you watch Ben’s interview with her on etalk during our live red carpet? Lawrence’s mother read Winter’s Bone a few years ago and Jennifer got the part. So we asked her what mom is reading now. Her answer: The Hunger Games, with a knowing look at her daughter and a cheeky smile. Jennifer quickly shushed her, and moved to change the subject, quite clearly a little flustered….
Lawrence was just nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress for her work in Winter’s Bone. She just finished filming X-Men: First Class, which comes out in June. You can check her out in the trailer here, playing Mystique.
We aren’t sure how we feel about this. As it stands, this is just a RUMOR. No formal annoucement has been made, and we aren’t always sure on how accurate Lainey’s reports can be. We were really hoping for another Oscar nominee to get the role of Katniss. Hailee Steinfeld seems like a popular pick with fans, especially after her great performance in True Grit.
Source: Down With The Capitol
What do you think of this rumor? Do you think Jennifer Lawrence is worthy of playing Katniss?
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