Gwyneth Paltrow: Marlene Dietrich in TV Movie?

Gwyneth Paltrow is rumored to play legendary German actress Marlene Dietrich in a two-part TV movie produced by EuropaCorp TV (the project was initiated by HBO and BBC).

Marlene was not only known for her acting — she had an extensive singing career and was a highly-paid cabaret artist. Gwyn sure has been raking in the singing roles — Glee, Country Strong, and Rock of Ages (also rumored). Now this!

According to French magazine Télé 2 Semaines (via Collider), the biopic is based on the biography written by Marlene‘s daughter and closest confidante, Maria Riva.

ARE YOU HOPING that Gywneth Paltrow signed on to play Marlene Dietrich?