Renée Zellweger's backlash over Bridget Jones casting - and
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#xa; As it's been reported Renée Zellweger may be returning to our screens as the iconic Bridget Jones for a new film, we take a look back at the backlash she faced when cast in the role and the controversy surrounding weight
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Hugh Grant says he first found the idea of Renee Zellweger playing Brit Bridget Jones a 'stretch
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Renée Zellweger's backlash over Bridget Jones casting - and controversial diet for part - Mirror Online
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Bridget Jones - News, views, pictures, video - The Mirror
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Helena Bonham Carter, 56, admits she laughs at age gap controversy with boyfriend, 35 - Mirror Online
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Hugh Grant first thought Renee Zellweger was a stretch for Bridget Jones
Renee Zellweger - latest news, breaking stories and comment - The Independent
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Renee Zellweger - Biography
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Bridget Jones Was Never Overweight, bridget jones
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