Black denies plans for Belushi biopic

Jack Black has vowed never to star in a biopic of late comedian John Belushi - fearing it would tarnish the reputation of his comedy idol.

Thu, 21 Feb, 2008 - 09:24

Jack Black has vowed never to star in a biopic of late comedian John Belushi - fearing it would tarnish the reputation of his comedy idol.

The 'School Of Rock' star is convinced it's a mistake to hire present-day funnymen to play legendary comedians because their life stories can be deeply tragic.

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