When attempting to have a proper discussion on iconic Christmas movies, one simply can’t omit It’s A Wonderful Life and expect to be taken seriously. The film has endured for generations and remains a holiday classic to this day.
Recently, it was confirmed that Dead to Me ‘s Christina Applegate will be starring as Mary Bailey in a live table read of It’s A Wonderful Life , opposite Brendan Fraser. The news is sure to make your holiday season merry and bright, giving us all a little extra something to look forward to .
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Christmas Has Come Early With The News That Christina Applegate Has Been Cast In The Live Table Read Of ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’.
The Dead to Me star will be reading for the part of Mary Bailey, opposite Brendan Fraser who will be bringing to life the role of George Bailey. The proceeds will all be going to the Ed Asner Family Center — a non-profit geared toward “Promoting self-confidence, balance, and wellness in differently-abled individuals and their families.”
Joining Brendan And Christina Is An Eclectic Group Of Notable Celebrities.
They include the likes of Seth Rogen, Ken Jeong, JK Simmons, Fred Armisen, and Jean Smart — among others. For those who haven’t seen the quintessential Christmas tale, It’s A Wonderful Life tells the story of George Bailey as he contemplates suicide until an angel brought to him from on high shows him just how different the world would be without him in it. It’s a classic story packed to the brim with Christmas cheer and is considered by many to be one of if not the best Christmas movies ever made.
George And Mary Bailey Were First Portrayed By Legendary Film Stars Donna Reed And Jimmy Stewart.
It’s A Wonderful Life was nominated for six Oscars that year , including “Best Picture,” “Best Actor,” and “Best Director.” It’s a must-watch film that fans can’t wait to have reinterpreted for a new audience and a new generation. This news is made even more wonderful considering that many fans have up until now been left in the dark in regard to Christina Applegate’s acting future.
As Many Already Are Well Aware, Christina Was Recently Diagnosed With Multiple Sclerosis.
Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system — more specifically the brain and spinal cord. When Applegate first learned of the news, she was weary that Dead to Me ‘s Jen Harding might be the last character she ever played on the big/small screen. Suffice it to say that fans and colleagues are elated at the news of her casting and can’t wait to hear her bring the iconic character of Mary Bailey to life.
