Jane Fonda in talks to play Nancy Reagan in "The Butler"

(CBS News) Jane Fonda is in talks to play former first lady Nancy Reagan. CNN reports that Fonda is considering a role in the historical drama, "The Butler," which traces the life of Eugene Allen, who worked as a butler in the White House from 1952 to 1986.

Fonda would portray the wife of Republican President Ronald Reagan in the movie. Some critics have already spoken out about the potential casting of Fonda as Nancy Reagan. Well-known for her liberal views, Fonda earned the nickname "Hanoi Jane" for her criticism of the Vietnam War.

According to Variety, Forest Whitaker is expected to portray Allen, while Oprah Winfrey could be cast as his wife. Lian Neeson is in talks to portray Lyndon Johnson, and John Cusack could play Richard Nixon. Mila Kunis has been approached about a Jackie Kennedy role.

Filming is expected to begin this summer.

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