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Oct 07 2008 10:32 AM ET

Reps Shoot Down Rumors of Kate Winslet Playing Vivienne Westwood: “Not at All True”

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Rumors have been circulating that Kate Winslet is poised to play designer Vivienne Westwood in an upcoming biopic about the life of one of punk’s originators. And although Vogue.co.uk reported yesterday that Kate will take on the role, the Titanic star’s publicist tells PEOPLE that the rumors are “not at all true.” PEOPLE also spoke with Vivienne Westwood’s team, originally quoted in the British Vogue story, who denied the claim as well, telling us, “The script has not even been finished yet, let alone casting. Kate Winslet was just one of many names that were mentioned as possibles to play Vivienne, but this whole thing has been blown completely out of proportion.” Kate may not be stepping into the iconic designer’s towering platforms anytime soon, but we think that she’d make an interesting choice. Tell us: Who do you think should play Vivienne Westwood?

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Tilda Swinton – fab actress with the right kind of look, would have to fake the midlands accent though.

- anubblyyarn on October 7th, 2008

It’d be great to see Kate Winslet play Vivienne Westwood, but if not,? Tilda Swinton! And, it’s nice that Mandy Moore’s friend’s new song is doing well, etc.

- Jonathan on October 7th, 2008

I think Kate would make a beautiful choice. She’s versatile and so talented. I think this project would really give her yet another opportunity to show case her talents.

- Jena on October 7th, 2008

Courtney Love. No questions asked!

- Christy on October 7th, 2008

Looking at Vivienne Westwood’s picture, I immediately thought of Tilda Swinton.

- Laura on October 7th, 2008

Gwen Stefani! Not just a singer, but an actress and fashion icon.

- Martina on October 7th, 2008

I agree that Tilda would be a natural to portray Westwood, but so would Diane Keaton! She is another fashion icon who created a look that is all her own.

- Sue Jones Umberger on October 7th, 2008

debra messing would be fab.

- jannet on October 7th, 2008

Julianne Moore. She kinda looks like Viv!

- Minx on October 8th, 2008

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