Pauly Shore is expressing his desire to play Richard Simmons in an upcoming biopic, despite Simmons’ disapproval of the project and casting choice. Simmons took to social media to express his discontent with the casting decision and revealed that he is in talks with major studios to create his own biopic. In response, Shore issued a statement via Instagram, defending his casting and emphasizing that he is the perfect choice to portray Simmons on screen. Shore also offered to meet with Simmons to pitch the movie idea in person, showing a willingness to work together.
Shore continued to explain why he believes he is the best choice to portray Simmons in the biopic, calling Simmons his “old buddy” and expressing his admiration for the fitness guru. He promised to create a cinematic masterpiece that would honor Simmons in a way that would bring him joy and happiness. Shore’s dedication to the project is evident in his statements and his past work on a short film where he portrayed Simmons. Despite the initial negative reaction from Simmons, Shore remains committed to pursuing the role.
After Shore’s statement, Simmons shared an update on his own biopic plans, revealing that he has received multiple offers from studios and is currently working on outlining his own story for the film. This development indicates that Simmons is actively involved in the process of creating his own biopic and wants to ensure that his story is told in a way that aligns with his vision. The back-and-forth between Shore and Simmons highlights the ongoing debate over casting choices in biopics and the importance of accurately portraying real-life figures on screen.
Shore’s previous portrayal of Simmons in the short film “The Court Jester” at the Sundance Film Festival received mixed reactions, with Simmons’ representative stating that the project was unauthorized and not endorsed by Simmons. Despite this, Shore remains determined to convince Simmons of his suitability for the role and to create a film that pays tribute to Simmons’ legacy. The biopic project involving Shore and Simmons continues to generate interest and speculation within the entertainment industry, as both parties strive to bring their respective visions to fruition. It remains to be seen how the casting controversy will impact the final outcome of the biopic.
