Salma Hayek was seen on the set of "Magic Mike’s Last Dance" in London Tuesday. The news was announced earlier this week that Hayek, 55, will star as the female lead in the film after replacing "Westworld" actress Thandiwe Newton in the third film in the "Magic Mike" franchise.
The Hollywood Reporter reported that Newton, 49, stepped down from her role due to personal reasons. "Thandiwe Newton has made the difficult decision to step away from the production of Warner Bros.
Pictures’ "Magic Mike’s Last Dance" to deal with family matters," a spokesperson told the outlet. Salma Hayek was seen on set of "Magic Mike's Last Dance" in London Tuesday. (REX/Shutterstock ) Hayek was seen in an all-black outfit paired with gold earrings as she was escorted through the "Magic Mike" set.
Hayek’s co-lead, Channing Tatum, shared in an interview with Variety in February that "Magic Mike’s" third installment will largely be focused on the female lead, which was partly inspired by the "Magic Mike Live" show.
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