Kim Kardashian reportedly snatched Whitney Houston’s role from Taylor Swift in the remake of The Bodyguard
Warner Bros. is reportedly reimagining the 1992 classic The Bodyguard, with Kim Kardashian emerging as a frontrunner for the lead role, which was previously played by Whitney Houston.While Taylor Swift was initially speculated to star, sources indicate that the script has been tailored specifically for Kardashian, signaling a potential shift in casting direction.The original film, which grossed over $400 million worldwide, featured Whitney Houston as a famous singer threatened by a stalker and Kevin Costner as her protective bodyguard. The 2025 remake aims to modernize the story, focusing on a young Latina performer who rises to fame and faces new challenges in the digital age. This updated narrative reflects contemporary issues faced by celebrities today."Everyone immediately assumed Taylor would get the lead, the role played by Whitney Houston in the original film, because The Bodyguard remake is being directed by Sam Wrench […]