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De Niro to play Dodgers legend Tommy Lasorda in new biopic
The two-time Oscar winner is in talks to portray the Hall of Fame manager in 'Tommy & Me,' produced by Skydance Sports.
In brief
The two-time Oscar winner is in talks to portray the Hall of Fame manager in 'Tommy & Me,' produced by Skydance Sports. Robert De Niro is expected to play Tommy Lasorda, the legendary Dodgers manager who won two World Series titles, in an upcoming Hollywood film. Originally reported by California Post.
De Niro in talks for Lasorda biopic
Robert De Niro is expected to play Hall of Fame Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda in the upcoming film 'Tommy & Me.' Skydance Sports will help produce the movie.
Lasorda's legendary managing career
Lasorda coached and managed the Dodgers from 1973 to 1996, winning two World Series titles in 1981 and 1988. He was named National League Manager of the Year twice.
Hall of Fame honors in 1997
The Dodgers retired Lasorda's No. 2 jersey in 1997, the same year he was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Front office impact after managing
Lasorda worked in the Dodgers front office from 1998 to 2021 as vice president and special advisor. He's credited with helping scout and sign Mike Piazza.
Brief playing career before coaching
Lasorda started as a player with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1954 but was sold to Kansas City in 1956. He retired from playing after the 1960 season.
De Niro's fiery character expertise
De Niro is known for playing characters with fiery passion like Lasorda. His notable films include Taxi Driver, The Godfather Part II, and Goodfellas.
The takeaway
Robert De Niro is expected to play Tommy Lasorda, the legendary Dodgers manager who won two World Series titles, in an upcoming Hollywood film.
