Earlier it had been reported that the Bad Romance singer Lady Gaga would be playing the role of Donatella Versace in American Crime Story, which revolves around Gianni Versace’s murder by serial killer Andrew Cunanan. Everyone thought that it was the perfect choice due to Gaga’s close friendship with the designer, as well as the striking physical similarities between the two.
However, the show’s executive producerRyan Murphyclarifiedearlier this year that theJoanneartist will not be participating in the series. The producer did not reveal the reason why we won’t be seeing Gaga for the role although it’s being said that Gaga opted out because of her busy schedule.
According toTheHollywood Reporter,Oscar winning actress Penelope Cruzhas confirmed to take on the role ofGianni’s sister, Donatella. This will be the first time the Spanish actress will be appearing on a television series.
So far, here is what we know about the third season of American Crime Story. It will revolve around the 1997 murder of Gianni. It will be based on journalist Maureen Orth’s book Vulgar Favors: Andrew Cunanan, Gianni Versace, and the Largest Failed Manhunt in U.S. History. Versace was murdered on the steps of his Miami mansion by serial killer Cunanan, who killed himself eight days later.
The series is scheduled to premiere next year.