Mariah Carey wants Leona Lewis to play her in a Broadway version of her life story.
Although several actresses have been suggested for the role, US singer Mariah is thought to favour east London siren Leona.
An insider told the Daily Mirror: "Mariah's not sure if she'll star in it herself. If she doesn't, names being tossed around include Vanessa Hudgens and Eva Longoria. But Mariah secretly likes the idea of Leona Lewis playing her."
The insider added: "Not only is she exotic, she's the only one who they reckon would be able to tackle Mariah's eight-octave vocal range."
A spokeswoman has confirmed Mariah is in talks about a Broadway musical to be made about her life in 2009.
Although several actresses have been suggested for the role, US singer Mariah is thought to favour east London siren Leona.
An insider told the Daily Mirror: "Mariah's not sure if she'll star in it herself. If she doesn't, names being tossed around include Vanessa Hudgens and Eva Longoria. But Mariah secretly likes the idea of Leona Lewis playing her."
The insider added: "Not only is she exotic, she's the only one who they reckon would be able to tackle Mariah's eight-octave vocal range."
A spokeswoman has confirmed Mariah is in talks about a Broadway musical to be made about her life in 2009.
