Brie Larson is reportedly in talks to play the role of tennis legend Billie Jean King in an upcoming film called Battle of the Sexes. Emma Stone was initially cast in the leading role, but had to back out because…
Brooklyn Decker, Andy Roddick Expecting First Child
Brooklyn Decker and Andy Roddick are expecting their first child. The Sports Illustrated swimsuit model–now an actress–and the former pro tennis player will become parents this coming fall. A rep for Brooklyn Decker made an official announcement to the media.…
Emma Stone To Portray Tennis Star Billie Jean King In “Battle Of The Sexes”
Emma Stone has signed on to play famous feminist tennis player, Billie Jean King, in the upcoming film, Battle of the Sexes. Steve Carell will play opposite Emma Stone as Bobby Riggs, her opponent. The true story goes, Bobby Riggs,…
Emma Stone To Play Billie Jean King Against Steve Carell’s Bobby Riggs
The legendary tennis match “Battle of the Sexes” was a big victory for female athletes. Now Fox Searchlight will be bringing that epic gender fight to the screen, with Emma Stone playing Billie Jean King and Steve Carell as Bobby…
Billie Jean King Will Be Absent at Sochi Opening
Billie Jean King won’t be at the Olympics opening in Sochi this week, but it has nothing to do with her sexual orientation. She won’t attend the opening because her 91-year-old mother is ill. King, who is openly gay, was…
Billie Jean King To Attend 2014 Olympics’ Opening Ceremonies
One of the big highlights of the upcoming new year (2014) is the Winter Olympics held in Sochi, Russia, during the month of February. One of the major highlights of the event, apart from the athleticism, is the way the…