Ariana Grande, the multi-talented singer and actress, recently addressed rumors about her potentially portraying Hollywood icon Audrey Hepburn in a biopic. During the National Board of Review’s 2025 gala on January 7th, Grande responded to questions from Access Hollywood with a playful, “Oh my goodness, why is everyone asking me this? You’re insane!”
The speculation arose from Grande’s recent fashion choices, which have channeled a classic Hollywood aesthetic. She acknowledged her love for old-Hollywood glamour, citing Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn as lifelong style influences. “I’ve always gravitated toward ’50s, ’60s silhouettes, and retro vintage…I can’t even think of a time when that wasn’t my vision board,” Grande explained. She credited her stylist, Mimi Cuttrell, for helping her fully embrace this vintage style.
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Grande’s appearance at the National Board of Review gala, where she wore a custom Loewe pastel pink backless satin gown, further fueled the Hepburn comparisons. The structured sheath gown, paired with a matching pink satin shawl and sleek high ponytail, evoked the timeless elegance associated with Hepburn.
In a separate interview with Entertainment Tonight, Grande expressed her admiration for Hepburn’s style and acknowledged the significant challenge of portraying such an iconic figure. While she didn’t rule out the possibility, she emphasized the need for the project to be executed “so well and so perfectly.”
Several recent red-carpet appearances have contributed to the speculation. Grande’s metallic tea-length ball gown at the Palm Springs International Film Festival and a vintage Givenchy yellow dress at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards both drew comparisons to Hepburn’s signature style. The Givenchy dress, a 1966 archive piece, was chosen as a nod to Glinda, Grande’s character in the film adaptation of Wicked.
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While Grande’s potential involvement remains uncertain, a previously announced biopic starring Rooney Mara as Hepburn has faced delays. Initially slated to be directed by Luca Guadagnino, the project is reportedly still in development, though Guadagnino is no longer attached. Mara confirmed in February 2024 that the film was “not completely dead” but had been postponed. Further details about the project remain scarce. Despite the current uncertainty surrounding both projects, the enduring fascination with Audrey Hepburn continues to inspire speculation and anticipation within the entertainment industry.
