VIDEO: Julie Andrews Gives Blessing to MARY POPPINS Remake; Comments on Anne Hathaway as Possible Lead

By: Oct. 08, 2015
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Beloved star of stage and screen, Julie Andrews, stopped by this morning's TODAY to talk about her newest children's book, "A Very Fairy Princess: A Spooky, Sparkly Halloween", co-written with daughter Emma Walton-Hamilton.

During the appearance, Andrews spoke about Disney's plans for a reboot of the 1965 film MARY POPPINS, for which she won an Oscar. "It's been 50 years since [the original] came out," she said, adding, "So I think it's time."

Asked if she had heard reports that her "Princess Diaries" co-star Anne Hathaway may be taking on the title role, Andrews shared, "She sings wonderfully and she's so talented. She can do anything."

Watch the appearance below:

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