Kate Hudson dreams of 'going method' to portray Stevie Nicks in biopic

Kate Hudson's admiration for Fleetwood Mac, particularly Stevie Nicks, is profound. During a recent interview with Rolling Stone, she expressed her desire to "go method" and portray the iconic rockstar in a hypothetical biopic. Hudson enthusiastically discussed the prospect of embodying Stevie Nicks as a character, acknowledging the potential backlash from her family.

"My family might, like, disown me if I ever got a chance to play Stevie. ‘Cause they’d be like, ‘Can we not go method?’ I would probably go way too far into that character," she explained.

Hudson emphasized Nicks' influence on female rock enthusiasts who see her as an independent woman, and she certainly is a prominent female rockstar. "I think for all girls who love rock, Stevie’s just our number one. Her whole life experience and the music. Fleetwood Mac, that whole journey from before Stevie to after Stevie? And her relationship with Lindsey? It’s like a trilogy. There’s so much there. To me, that’s like the ultimate rock ‘n’ roll story," Hudson said.

Fleetwood Mac, a British-American rock band formed in 1967, experienced significant success with the addition of Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham in 1975, shortly after the "fake Fleetwood Mac" scandal. The band's dynamic shifted with their arrival, leading to the creation of legendary albums like Rumours, one of the best-selling albums of all time. Fleetwood Mac's Tango in the Night, released in 1987, is one of their most commercially successful albums, featuring hits like "Big Love" and "Little Lies."

Stevie Nicks' solo career, and another biopic idea from Hudson

Nicks, known for her distinctive voice and mystical stage presence, became an icon in her own right. Stevie's solo career further cemented her status, with hits like "Edge of Seventeen" and "Stand Back."

In addition to her admiration for Nicks, Hudson also expressed interest in portraying Dusty Springfield. "To me it’s also about the interesting life, and being able to tell that story correctly. I think Dusty Springfield is a really interesting story," she said. "She’s one of my favorites and she was very shy. She had a lot of stage fright. Really fascinating woman. I think she struggled with being open about her sexuality. That could be a very powerful movie."

Dusty Springfield, a British singer renowned for her soulful voice and hits like "Son of a Preacher Man" and "You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me," was a significant figure in music in the 1960s.

Despite her success, Dusty faced personal struggles, including challenges with her sexuality and stage fright, making her story compelling for a biopic.

Kate Hudson's album

Hudson also reflected on her own musical journey during the interview. From her first major role in Almost Famous to singing "You’re So Vain" in How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Hudson has showcased her musical talents in various projects. Recently, she realized her dream of being a professional musician and released her debut album, Glorious, and performed a laid-back, sort of loungy version of The Stone Temple Pilots’ "Vasoline" on The Howard Stern Show.

Stevie Nicks is currently on tour, continuing to captivate audiences with her performances. Her enduring influence on rock music and her unique artistry make her a subject of fascination for many, including Hudson. As of yet, there is no word on a Stevie Nicks biopic, but one could speculate she'd be a candidate for one.