Renée Zellweger's backlash over Bridget Jones casting - and controversial diet for part - Mirror Online
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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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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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Renée Zellweger is ready to star in a fourth 'Bridget Jones' movie
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Renée Zellweger On The Thing About Pam Fat Suit
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Renée Zellweger's backlash over Bridget Jones casting - and controversial diet for part - Irish Mirror Online
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Renée Zellweger On The Thing About Pam Fat Suit
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Renée Zellweger Praised For Her Response To Bridget Jones's Weight
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Rich, single and ready to party: is it Bridget Jones, her creator Helen Fielding - or a bit of both?, London Evening Standard
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Bridget Jones - News, views, pictures, video - The Mirror
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Renee Zellweger's Relationship With Ant Anstead Is Super Healthy
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Renee Zellweger - News, views, pictures, video - Irish Mirror Online
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Renée Zellweger's backlash over Bridget Jones casting - and controversial diet for part - Irish Mirror Online