Taylor Swift Will No Longer Star in Les Misrables

Justin Ravits of USMagazine.com has reported that Taylor Swift, who had been announced to star as Eponine in the upcoming film version of the megahit Broadway musical Les Miserables, has been replaced by theater actress Samantha Barks. Barks previously played the role in the 25th anniversary concert of the show in London. Broadway impresario Cameron Mackintosh, who produced the original production, made the announcement Tuesday evening at the Manchester Palace, where Barks was a featuring performer in Olivier!.