Jeremy Allen White, known for his role in The Bear, has been cast to play Bruce Springsteen in the upcoming biopic Deliver Me from Nowhere, directed by Scott Cooper and based on Warren Zanes' book of the same name. He plans to do his own singing as Springsteen in the film, the actor revealed in a red carpet interview with Variety.
Allen plans on taking singing lessons. "We're gonna try our best," he told Variety.
The film will focus on the creation of Springsteen's 1982 album "Nebraska" and its significance in his life and career, including his first breakdown at age 32.
White has been communicating with Springsteen through intermediaries but hasn't met him yet, as he wants to build confidence and understanding before meeting the music icon.
Odessa Young is set to star as Springsteen's love interest in the film.
The film is supported by Springsteen and his manager, Jon Landau, and 20th Century Studios chief David Greenbaum expressed excitement to collaborate with Springsteen and Cooper on the project.
White is juggling his new role with filming for seasons three and four of "The Bear," which was announced to land a day earlier than expected.
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