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Sutton Foster to Star as Loretta Lynn in ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ Stage Musical

Sutton Foster will star as Loretta Lynn in the upcoming stage adaptation of 'Coal Miner’s Daughter', directed by Sam Gold and featuring music by Jeanine Tesori.
Loretta Lynn's family expressed gratitude for the portrayal and stated that she approved of Foster's casting before her death.
The musical will explore Lynn's rise from Kentucky's coal fields to her success as a country music legend.
Lynn sold over 45 million records worldwide and received a Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013 for her contributions to music.

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RollingStone

Sutton Foster Will Play Loretta Lynn in Broadway Musical, ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’

The life of Loretta Lynn is headed to Broadway. On Tuesday, it was announced that Sutton Foster will play the late country legend in an upcoming musical based on Lynn’s film and book titled Coal Miner’s Daughter. The musical will delve into “Loretta’s rise from humble beginnings in rural Kentucky to country music legend” and feature songs from across her career and stories from “Loretta’s life beyond the film’s ending,” according to a press re…

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The Hollywood Reporter

New Loretta Lynn Musical In Development With Sutton Foster As Star

A new Loretta Lynn musical, entitled 'Coal Miner's Daughter' is in development with Sutton Foster attached as the star, direction by Sam Gold.

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Deadline

‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ Musical Starring Sutton Foster As Loretta Lynn In Development For Broadway

Coal Miner’s Daughter, Loretta Lynn’s bestselling autobiography-turned-smash-hit movie, is heading to Broadway, with two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster to play the role of the late, legendary country music icon. Currently in development, the stage musical adaptation will be directed by Sam Gold, with music production by Jeanine Tesori. The two last worked together on […]

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Variety

Sutton Foster to Star as Loretta Lynn in ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ Stage Musical

Broadway favorite Sutton Foster will portray country music icon Loretta Lynn in the upcoming stage adaptation of 'Coal Miner's Daughter.'

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Stereogum

Sutton Foster To Star As Loretta Lynn In New 'Coal Miner’s Daughter' Musical

Coal Miner’s Daughter, Michael Apted’s 1980 movie about the life of Loretta Lynn, is one of the all-time great music biopics. That’s a thriving genre right now, but it barely existed when the film came out, so the clichés weren’t all written into stone in the same way. Lynn was still an active recording artist back then, and she remained one for decades, so it wasn’t quite so drunk on nostalgia. The cast was amazing. Sissy Spacek won an Oscar fo…

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What is Sutton Foster's Net Worth in 2025? - The Artistree

Sutton Foster was born on March 18, 1975, which makes her 49 years old. She has gained widespread recognition for her work in theater, television, and film, and she continues to be a significant figure in the entertainment industry. Her career spans over two decades, and she remains one of the most accomplished performers of her generation. Foster’s lifestyle includes traveling to various destinations, often for work, but also to enjoy some leis…

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