Jan 08 2009
Taylor Lautner Gets To Keep His “Jacob” Role
So all of this Twilight sequel New Moon Jacob business was pointless! The original head bitch, Taylor Lautner, has officially secured his old role for the upcoming sequel. That other douchebagouche whatshisname? is outttt.
Twilight series author, Stephenie Meyer, posted the following on her official website from New Moon director Chris Weitz:
“I’m very happy to announce that Taylor Lautner will be playing Jacob Black in New Moon and that he’s doing so with the enthusiastic support of Summit Entertainment, the producers, and Stephenie Meyer.
The characters in Stephenie’s books go through extraordinary changes of circumstance and also appearance; so it is not surprising that there has been speculation about whether the same actor would portray a character who changes in so many surprising ways throughout the series. But it was my first instinct that Taylor was, is, and should be Jacob, and that the books would be best served by the actor who is emotionally right for the part. I think that fans of Twilight the book and the movie will be surprised by the Jacob Black that Taylor will bring to the screen in New Moon; and I’m looking forward to working with him and the rest of the cast in realizing the film.
very best
Chris Weitz”
Meyer then went on to say from herself:
“I’d just like to add that I was very much a part of this decision. My first priority was always what was best for New Moon—what was going to give us the best possible movie. I’m truly thrilled that Taylor was the one who proved to the director, to Summit, and to me that he is the best possible Jacob we could have. And I’m very much looking forward to seeing what he’s going to bring to Jacob’s character this year.
- Steph”
Lautner better thank the gym for packing on 19lbs with an expected 10 more to gain. I’m sure life and his digestive system have been pleasant the past few months. Glad to know we got this shit figured out when it’s supposed to hit theaters in like nine months. Let’s get a roll on it ya ho’s.
Class and Trash with an Edge of sASS*-Cw
