Kristen Stewart to Play Joan Jett in The Runaways
I find it interesting that at this time last year Kristen Stewart was just starting to attract some attention for her performance in Sean Penn’s Into The Wild, after quietly building up her resume with appearances in such films as Undertow, Zathura and The Messengers (her first major role was playing Jodie Foster’s diabetic daughter in Panic Room). Today, however, she is on the verge of becoming a mega-star thanks to Twilight, and now she has just signed on to play Joan Jett in an upcoming biopi

Twilights Kristen Stewart To Play Joan Jett In ‘The Runaways’
‘Twilight’ star Kristen Stewart is set to play Joan Jett in “The Runaways,” the rock ‘n’ roll biopic of the 1970s all-girl band. Video director Floria Sigismondi wrote the screenplay and is directing and Joan Jett will serve as an executive producer. The filmmakers are gearing for a 2009 start and will work around Stewart’s commitments to the two ‘Twilight’ sequels. The first, ‘New Moon,’ is expected to shoot in first-quarter 2009, with St

‘Twilight’s Kristen Stewart to star as Joan Jett
“Twilight,” star Kristen Stewart is set to dye her hair black and get her best sneer on!  Striking while the Hollywood iron is hot Stewart is set to portray of Joan Jett in “The Runaways,” a rock ‘n’ roll biopic of the 1970s all-girl band, according to The Hollywood Reporter. As the first successful all-girl hard rock band, The Runaways were hugely influential. Band members included guitarists Jett and Lita Ford, drummer Sandy West, singer-keyboardist Cherie Currie and

Kristen Stewart Plays Joan Jett In New Biopic
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Kristen Stewart Trades Passion for Fangs for a Guitar!
'Twilight' hunk Robert Pattinson's co-star Kristen Stewart has been tapped to portray a rock star from a '70s all-girl band. Stewart will play Joan Jett, who got her start with The Runaways, which also included Lita Ford and Cherri Currie, Variety reports. The band -- best known for the hit song "Cherry Bomb" -- was influential in the music scene of the late '70s and early '80s. Shooting on the film 'The Runaways' is to begin in early 2009 and will accommodate Stewart's commitment to the 'Twilight' sequ

Twilight’s Kristen Stewart Is A Rockstar!
The overwhelming response to her enchanting role as Bella Swan has movie offers pounding at la puerta with full-force. The bella brunette will star in the movie, The Runaways which will chronicle the rise and fall of the first successful all-girl band. Kristen’s latest role will have her digging into her roquera spirit as the hardcore pioneer Joan Jett.

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Kristen Stewart to play Joan Jett
Fresh from the success of “Twilight,” Kristen Stewart is set to portray Joan Jett in “The Runaways,” the rock ‘n’ roll biopic of the 1970s all-girl band.

“Twilight” Star Kristen Stewart Cast As Joan Jett For Runaways Flick
Twilight actress Kristen Stewart is set to make the jump from emo vampires to punk rockers after being cast as Joan Jett in the upcoming Runaways biopic. The film, called simply The Runaways, will be written and directed by music video vet Floria Sigismondi (Marilyn Manson’s “The Beautiful People,” The White Stripes’ “Blue Orchid”). The biopic will focus on the band’s “meteoric rise as teenagers to their dissolution and disillusionment.” Additional casti

‘Twilight’ Star Kristen Stewart Snags Joan Jett Role For ‘Runaways’ Biopic
FROM MTV.COM: Kristen Stewart is officially a star. Fresh off her well-received turn as Bella Swan in the smash hit “Twilight,” she’s taking on a daunting role: playing Joan Jett in a biopic produced by the rock legend herself and directed by music-video helmer Floria Sigismondi. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Stewart will star in “The Runaways,” which will chronicle the rise and fall of the first successful all-girl hard-rock band. Their lineup included guitarists Jett

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Fred Thompson gives up on politics and heads back to TV.
Fred Thompson is returning to acting. The former U.S. senator, who had some presidential dreams, has landed a guest stint on ABC’s “Life on Mars.’ He will play the NYPD’s chief of detectives in a February episode. Image via WENN Related Post Neve Campbell heads back to TV. “Twilight” star Kristen Stewart set to rock as Joan Jett. Shia LaBeouf signs on for “The Associate.” Courteney Cox Arquette “Scrubs”

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Kristen Stewart Employable Despite Public Weed-Smoking and General Distaste for Publicity
She’s anti-charming in interviews, and she was recently spotted smoking a bowl in broad daylight, all of which seems to make people want her in their movies more. She took a $10M pay raise to do New Moon, the next installment of the Twilight series, and now she’s been recruited to play Joan Jett in The Runaways, about the punk practitioner’s 1970s all-girl rock band. Can you think of anyone better to play Joan Jett than Kristen Stewart??? OMG she’s gonna be perfect! She was born

Kristen Stewart Is A Runaway
The somewhat fussy Twilight star Kristen Stewart is undoubtedly practicing her sneer in the mirror on a regular basis in preparation for her upcoming role as Joan Jett.

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart: London Premiere
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Robert Pattinson & Kristen Stewart At 'Twilight' UK Premiere (Pics)
Twilight stars Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson are seen here at the movie's British premiere on Wednesday. Not surprisingly, both were dressed in black and Pattinson sported his trademark unwashed hair. Do you think they looked hot or not? Leave a comment below! Related Slideshow: Robert Pattinson - Hot Or Not? Kristen Stewart Calls Fans 'Retarded' More pics: Twilight movie photos / Kristen Stewart / Robert Pattinson Do you think Robert and Kristen looked hot or no

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Mark Ruffalo’s Brother Shot In The Head
Scott, who is a hairdresser was shot in his apartment in Beverly Hills yesterday, according to TMZ the police have already started an investigation into the “suspicious shooting.” Police sources say that they are trying to determine if the shooting was an accidental shooting, a suicide attempt or if something “criminal went down.” According to other reports the Ruffalo family are all gathering around each other and being “very supportive.” This shooting follows the new

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Mark Ruffalo’s Brother Scott Ruffalo In Critical Condition After Being Shot In Head
Mark Ruffalo’s younger brother Scott Ruffalo was shot in the head at his Beverly Hills condominium early Monday morning. He is currently in very serious condition in Los Angeles hospital. A rep for Mark Ruffalo rep has no comment at this time, citing that the case is an ongoing police investigation. According to sources, the shooting occurred at approximately 1:40 a.m. at the building where Scott Ruffalo lived on North Palm Drive. Police confirmed the shooting, but would not say who was involved.

Keanu Reeves Not Doing 'Speed 3', Honestly
In response to the earlier rumor that Fox is looking to prolong the life of the Speed series and bring back Keanu Reeves in the lead, Neo has already spoken to IGN and completely disavowed any knowledge or participation in the project: [IGN] asked if he had heard about the online chat and he said, "I honestly don't know anything about it." He went on: "I don't know if they are going to make another one, and if they are it won't be with me... honestly!" Jeez, Keanu, you could at least wait and see what