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Jessica Simpson Beats Spears for Daisy Duke Role
WENN.com and IMDB ^ | 5.24.04 | wire report

Posted on 05/24/2004 8:04:22 AM PDT by sathers

Jessica Simpson Beats Spears To Daisy Duke Role

Britney Spears's hopes of landing the role of Daisy Duke in the forthcoming movie version of the 'Dukes of Hazzard' have been dashed-after bosses handed it to Jessica Simpson.

While star Spears had expressed interest in playing the sexy character from the '70s TV show, singer Simpson has been chosen as the blonde who will fill the extra short shorts of original Daisy Duke Catherine Bach.

Simpson's manager father Joe, 'She is really excited.' Simpson herself adds, 'I wanna wear those shorts so bad.'

The film about three redneck cousins, two corrupt public officials and a souped up Dodger Charger car, begins production this summer.

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TOPICS: TV/Movies
KEYWORDS: daisyduke; dixielist
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To: Reagan Man

I agree that FR is not what it used to be. Your post is but one example.

Free Republic is a lot like TV, you can ignore the threads (like channels) that don't interest you.


61 posted on 05/24/2004 8:40:38 AM PDT by dmz
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To: Dr Snide

I suspect the reason for this movie is to reintroduce the new dodge charger coming out this fall, supposed to be just like the one from the 70's.


62 posted on 05/24/2004 8:41:50 AM PDT by eastforker (The color of justice is green,just ask Johny Cochran!)
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To: dakine

I hear the Genr'l Lee will not feature the Confederate Battle Flag on the roof in this movie...


63 posted on 05/24/2004 8:43:54 AM PDT by bondjamesbond (Stay well - Stay safe - Stay armed - Yorktown)
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To: wardaddy
Remember the last TV Reunion special? They showed the General Lee's roof one-time in a two-hour show.

Also, the script-writers went out of the way to have the cousins make friends with some Latinos in East LA. Why were the Dukes in LA anyway?

Daisy's character had that country girl charm - she was could be sweet and charming, but have Enus in a headlock on the ground in a flash. She would rescue her cousins and handle tough situations. Aside from the physical differences, Simpson's persona is too cutesy and clueless - I just can't see her getting dirty, riding in a Jeep, or living on a farm.

Who would you nominate for DaisyDuke 2, wardaddy?

64 posted on 05/24/2004 8:44:15 AM PDT by stainlessbanner (A good example is the best sermon)
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To: KarlInOhio

lol, Imangine Jessica in driving school for the role! I hope that instructor has his life insurance paid up..


65 posted on 05/24/2004 8:45:47 AM PDT by sathers ( Republican Party Reps List -private mail BigB to join)
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To: Tax-chick

Good news for the original DOH fans, the DVD is out on 6/1.


66 posted on 05/24/2004 8:46:31 AM PDT by pnz1
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To: sathers

Britney would be much better in the role. She would be more believeable and should have black hair, which she does anyway.


67 posted on 05/24/2004 8:49:25 AM PDT by yarddog
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To: dmz
>>>Free Republic is a lot like TV, you can ignore the threads (like channels) that don't interest you.

Free Republic use to have higher standards for what was posted. The fact is, I can speak out in opposition to trash that belongs in the toilet, bucko-boy and not on a serious political website that promotes conservatism.

>>>I agree that FR is not what it used to be. Your post is but one example.

My post is right on the money. I suggest you get back to looking at your comic books and leave the serious stuff to us adults.

68 posted on 05/24/2004 8:50:14 AM PDT by Reagan Man (The choice is clear. Reelect BUSH-CHENEY !)
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To: stainlessbanner

Daisy Duke always came off as a real down to earth, sensible girl. Jessica Simpson will have to be a great actress to create that image. I got the impression after seeing her interview at the Kentucky Derby that she is little more than an ornament.


69 posted on 05/24/2004 8:52:05 AM PDT by sweetliberty ("Better to keep silent and be thought a fool than to open your mouth and remove all doubt.")
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To: yarddog

I wonder if Britney's off-stage (and on-stage) behavior may have cost her the role.


70 posted on 05/24/2004 8:52:37 AM PDT by pnz1
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To: eastforker
I suspect the reason for this movie is to reintroduce the new dodge charger coming out this fall, supposed to be just like the one from the 70's.

Rear wheel drive, V8. Not quite the same, but nice.

71 posted on 05/24/2004 8:53:16 AM PDT by bondjamesbond (Stay well - Stay safe - Stay armed - Yorktown)
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To: FreeManWhoCan

I dont know if anyone already answered, but I believe the neighboring county sherriff was black.


72 posted on 05/24/2004 8:53:54 AM PDT by cold_dead_fingers (Leggo my ego.)
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To: stainlessbanner

They should've picked Jessica Lovejoy

73 posted on 05/24/2004 8:54:17 AM PDT by aomagrat (Where arms are not to be carried, it is well to carry arms.")
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To: TC Rider
There is a reason why an entire type of clothing now will bear her character's name for all eternity.

Note also, she was NOT one of Hollywood's current crop of anorexic, siliconed walking broomsticks.

That'a a WOMAN!!!

74 posted on 05/24/2004 8:54:22 AM PDT by Long Cut ("Fightin's commenced, Ike, now get to fightin' or get outta the way!"...Wyatt Earp, in Tombstone)
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To: yarddog

Britney could also do a much better southern accent. My guess is that Jessica is easier to work with (cheaper salary) and doesn't have a lot of demands.


75 posted on 05/24/2004 8:55:30 AM PDT by sathers ( Republican Party Reps List -private mail BigB to join)
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To: FreeManWhoCan
I cant remember one black guy on that show.

Actually, there were several. There was a black federal agent; there was a black mechanic of Cale Yarborough's; there was a black guy who ran the casino on wheels in that episode; and I think the pilot had a black guy that was friends with Bo and Luke. These are just off the top of my head.

I hate to say it, but your comment indicates to me you didn't watch much of the show.

76 posted on 05/24/2004 8:55:58 AM PDT by 1L
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To: Redcoat LI
For a laugh, click properties, check out the source website.

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77 posted on 05/24/2004 9:02:31 AM PDT by adaven
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To: aomagrat; wardaddy; yarddog; sweetliberty
Kutcher and Walker in "Dukes of Hazzard"? (Brittney as Daisy Duke)

Covered this story last summer on FR.

78 posted on 05/24/2004 9:09:30 AM PDT by stainlessbanner
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To: sathers

Blondes are so overrated. I cannot believe they are going to butcher the legacy of the Dukes of Hazzard with a blonde Daisy Duke.

True blondes are rare in the South. Most women, especially in Eastern Kentucky and Tennessee have coal black or very dark hair.

I love my brunette country bumpkin'.


79 posted on 05/24/2004 9:09:34 AM PDT by TSgt (What have you done for your country today?)
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To: dwilli

Is that the measure of a man?

Joe Kennedy vs. Mother Theresa
Madonna vs. Alan Freed

I could go on, but if you trade your dignity for dollars, then you eat well, but surrounded by sycophants.


80 posted on 05/24/2004 9:15:53 AM PDT by RinaseaofDs (Only those who dare truly live - CGA 88 Class Motto)
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