Adam Lambert rocks out to ‘Hot Patootie’ in Rocky Horror remake preview – WATCH
By Will Stroude
When he was asked to play the part of Frank-N-Further in the Kenny Ortega-directed remake of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, American Idol winner Adam Lambert refused, as being “cis and playing the role of a trans character… felt inappropriate” to him.
Instead, the role went to the spectacular Laverne Cox, who’s portrayal has already got fans whipped into a frenzy of excitement. But, not wanting to miss out on the action, Adam took on the role of Eddie in the retelling of the 1975 cult musical classic.
Speaking to Out Magazine at the time, Lambert said: “When they started announcing the cast, I said, ‘Wait a minute — what about Eddie? I wanna play Eddie! I could do that — that’s like one song. Let me just come in and do a bit part!’ Because I really, really wanted to be a part of it.”
And aren’t we thankful he did! Watch a snippet of him performing the spectacular ‘Hot Patootie’ below:
Excited? Well you’re in luck! Sky Cinema are giving you the chance to watch the eagerly-anticipated remake at Oakley Court, where the original Rocky Horror Picture Show was filmed. To enter, click here.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let’s Do The Time Warp Again premieres in the UK on Sky Cinema on October 28.
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