Brad Pitt Declares Ana de Armas a “Phenomenal” Tribute to Marilyn Monroe
The Long‑Road to “Blonde”
Brad Pitt, the star‑making force behind Plan B, told Entertainment Tonight that beyond the creative dream, the right actress was the missing piece that finally pushed the project across the finish line.
“It was 10 years in the making. It wasn’t until we found Ana that we could get it across the finish line. She is phenomenal in it. That’s a tough dress to fill.”
The Story Behind the Film
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Why Ana’s Accent Matters
Ana took the bold step of keeping her authentic Cuban accent while channeling Marilyn—a move that drew both praise and backlash. She admitted:
“I do want to play Latina. But I don’t want to put a basket of fruit on my head every single time. So that’s my hope, that I can show that we can do anything if we’re given the time to prepare, and if we’re given just the chance, just the chance.”She’s not afraid to redefine Hollywood’s casting rules.
“You can do any film – Blonde – you can do anything. The problem is that sometimes you don’t even get to the room with the director to sit down and prove yourself.”
With Brad’s endorsement and Ana’s fearless performance, Blonde promises to be both a cheeky homage and a fresh take on an iconic legend.
