Nicole Kidman Says Playing Lucille Ball In Upcoming Biopic Is ‘A Wonderful Prospect’

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Nicole Kidman is about to embark on one of her most challenging roles. The Academy Award-winning actress is set to play the iconic Lucille Ball in Aaron Sorkin’s “Being The Ricardos”, opposite Javier Bardem as Desi Arnaz.

RELATED: Nicole Kidman Shares Rare Throwback Video With Daughters Sunday And Faith “I was like, ‘Yeah, I would love to give it a go,’” Kidman said Variety about taking on the role. “With Aaron’s words and his direction and Javier … that’s kind of a wonderful prospect to, you know.

But yikes, off we go. Give it a go. Try my best — see if I can do it.” To prepare for the film, Kidman has been watching plenty of “I Love Lucy” in order to get a feel for the legendary TV star. “I love Lucille, having looked now and delved into