September 16th 2024.
Fans of the beloved comedy film Legally Blonde have reason to celebrate as it is officially making its way to the small screen in the near future. Reese Witherspoon, who starred as the iconic Elle Woods, has confirmed that the TV sequel is set to be made.
Released in 2001, Legally Blonde sparked a huge media franchise with multiple sequels and spin-off films and TV movies. Reese, now 48, last appeared as Elle in Legally Blonde 2: Red, White, and Blonde in 2003 and has also served as a producer for other projects in the franchise.
Originally titled Elle, the series was initially going to be developed as a third film in 2018. However, it was later reported that it would be turned into a miniseries, with the likes of Mindy Kaling and Dan Goor attached to write. And now, the wait is over as filming is set to begin in March.
"We have a Legally Blonde TV show that starts filming in March, and it’s the young Elle Woods. We’re about to start the process where we’re trying to find [an actress to portray] the young Elle Woods," Reese shared with ET. She also joked that the actress must "kind of look like" her.
"I’m really excited to share this role with other people," Reese continued. It has not been confirmed if she will make a cameo appearance as a present-day Elle Woods in the series. When asked about a potential third film, Reese remained tight-lipped, indicating that it may not happen.
Legally Blonde follows the story of Elle Woods, a fashion-obsessed sorority sister who enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her boyfriend. However, she soon discovers her passion for law and becomes a successful lawyer, forgetting about her ex-boyfriend in the process.
The film was a major success, grossing almost 10 times its budget, and has since become a cult favorite. In 2007, it was adapted into a hit musical, which has had numerous runs in both the US and UK. The most recent UK tour featured former X Factor contestant Lucie Jones as Elle Woods.
The news of Legally Blonde's TV update comes shortly after fans discovered that Reese's real name is actually Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon. She chose to use her mother's maiden name, Reese, instead of her first two names when she began her acting career.
So mark your calendars, Legally Blonde fans, because the TV sequel is officially happening. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, be sure to share it with us – we'd love to hear from you.
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