Studio: Zac Efron drops out of 'Footloose' remake

Studio: Zac Efron drops out of 'Footloose' remake
The Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) — Zac Efron has dropped out of his role in a remake of "Footloose."

Paramount Pictures says the "High School Musical" heartthrob is no longer attached to the upcoming film. The studio did not give a reason in its Tuesday statement, but said it remains committed to director Kenny Ortega and producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron.

Efron soared to stardom in the "High School Musical" franchise as music-loving jock Troy. The 21-year-old actor sang and danced in the 2007 movie musical "Hairspray," and was primed to bust some moves in the update of the 1984 classic "Footloose."

Efron stars as a middle-aged guy who wakes up as his teenaged self in "17 Again," slated for release April 17.

Published 3/24/09 by


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  • I'm very disappointed! He is probably the only actor who would have done the original movie some justice. We'll see, but I know I won't go to the remake with a lot of hope..
    Anonymous 11/12/09 Reply
  • chace crawford is way Hotter! sorry zac
    gorgeousara 9/3/09 Reply
  • garbiella waiting it loved troy school with good very fun enjoy day of world himself unto please you life we important know dear okay resting ok life crazy believe your too just
    Anonymous 7/14/09 Reply
  • he looks hot
    zanessalove 4/27/09 Reply
  • Heyyy,Zac gudluck b0y???
    I knw ur a cool actor geez??

    LOVEE U!!!
    Anonymous 3/24/09 Reply
  • It's dissappointing to hear that.... i was looking forward to seeing him in the movie.
    MichaelB19 3/24/09 Reply
  • He's too early in his career to start taking acting roles for granted. It's disappointing.
    lordcamelot999 3/24/09 Reply
  • i love zac very much keep going in your sucess and good luck you're a great a actor
    love you
    il.com 3/24/09 Reply