Qualley, Carpenter Join Holland's Fred Astaire Biopic; 'Adults' Star Discusses Pop Anthem Creation

Sony Pictures' upcoming Fred Astaire biopic has added Margaret Qualley and Sabrina Carpenter to its cast, with both actresses set to star alongside Tom Holland, who is portraying the legendary dancer. Qualley will play Adele Astaire, Fred's sister and early dance partner, while Carpenter is cast as Ginger Rogers, Astaire's most famous on-screen collaborator. The film, directed by Paul King and produced by Amy Pascal, aims to explore Astaire's life and career.

In related entertainment news, Rachel Marsh, star of the FX comedy series 'Adults,' shared insights into the creation of her character Carly's pop anthem, "Hiccup." Marsh revealed that she and director Paul Briganti experimented with numerous versions of the song to achieve the desired effect for the show's second season, highlighting the collaborative process behind developing the musical element.