Selena Gomez will play singer Linda Ronstadt in a biopic and we are dying to see the characterization. Although it is not an official confirmation, there are several tests with which we can already be excited that this is practically safe. Recently, rumors arose that the singer would be in charge of giving life to the considered first Latin woman to be successful in music in English after Sel shared some clues…
Through Instagram, the Calm Down singer shared an image in which she shows that she is reading Ronstadt’s autobiography titled Simple Dreams. This book, published in 2023, tells the life of the artist who became a legend of country, rock and roll, and Latin music. After these clear signs, Rolling Stone magazine confirmed that Selena will be in charge of playing Linda Ronstadt in a biopic by Ronstadt’s manager, John Boylan, and filmmaker James Keach.
Photos That Confirm That Selena Gomez Is Perfect as Linda Ronstadt
Furthermore, we would not be surprised if the actress has also been chosen since her resemblance to Linda is very evident. Here we share some photos that prove it. Selena announced that her next album would be the last of her career as a singer, so perhaps now we will see her succeed more often, but as an actress.
Who Is Linda Ronstadt?
Linda Ronstadt is a renowned American singer, born on July 15, 1946, in Tucson, Arizona. Throughout her career, which spans several decades, she has dabbled in various musical genres, including rock, country, pop, and Latin music. Ronstadt is known for her powerful voice and artistic versatility. She famously released a series of successful albums and won numerous awards, including several Grammy Awards. Among her best-known hits are songs like You’re No Good, Blue Bayou, When Will I Be Loved and It’s So Easy.
In the mid-2010s, Linda Ronstadt announced her retirement from performing due to the effects of Parkinson’s disease, which she was diagnosed with. Her musical legacy remains highly respected in the industry.
This story was written in Spanish by Nayeli Párraga in Cultura Colectiva.
