As reported by Rolling Stone magazine, Selena Gomez will play the lead role in the biography of singer Linda Ronstadt. The film is currently in pre-production, with Ronstadt’s manager, John Boylan, and James Keach, known for the documentary “Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice,” among its producers.
Who is Linda Ronstadt?
Born in 1946, Ronstadt is a legend in country, rock and roll, and Latin music. The artist’s albums from the 70s, “Heart Like a Wheel” and “Simple Dreams,” achieved critical and commercial success, showcasing her versatility in various musical genres. Throughout her career, she won 11 Grammy Awards and received nominations for the Golden Globe and Tony. Her albums sold over 100 million copies. In 2011, she announced her retirement due to health problems, and three years later, she was invited to the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Selena Gomez: actress, singer, influencer
Selena Gomez began her career in show business as the star of the Disney sitcom “Wizards of Waverly Place” (2007-2012). In the following years, she appeared in films such as “Spring Breakers,” “The Fundamentals of Caring,” “The Dead Don’t Die,” and “A Rainy Day in New York.” At the same time, Gomez achieved spectacular success as a pop music star, influencer, and entrepreneur.
Currently, the artist can be seen in the crime comedy series “Only Murders in the Building,” of which she is also an executive producer. It tells the story of three residents (Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short) of a prestigious New York apartment building who join forces to uncover who is behind their neighbor’s death. Participation in “Only Murders” has earned the star two Golden Globe nominations so far.
Trailer for the series “Only Murders in the Building.”
