Bradley Cooper Tipped to Star as Barry Gibb in Upcoming Bee Gees Biopic
Hollywood heavyweight Bradley Cooper is reportedly being lined up to portray Barry Gibb, the legendary frontman of the Bee Gees, in an upcoming biopic about the iconic band. The project, currently in development, promises to bring the story of one of music’s most successful and influential families to the big screen.
The film is being produced by Graham King, the man behind the box office smash Bohemian Rhapsody, and is backed by Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment. Acclaimed screenwriter Anthony McCarten, whose credits include The Theory of Everything and Rocketman, is attached to write the script. With this creative team in place, expectations are already high that the Bee Gees’ story will receive the same powerful cinematic treatment as those of Queen and Elton John.
Barry Gibb, now the sole surviving member of the Bee Gees, formed the group alongside his younger twin brothers Maurice and Robin, with their younger sibling Andy Gibb also rising to fame as a solo artist. Together, the Bee Gees became global superstars, particularly following the release of the 1977 Saturday Night Fever soundtrack — the best-selling movie soundtrack of all time. Songs like Stayin’ Alive, Night Fever, and How Deep Is Your Love helped define an era and cemented the group’s place in music history.
Cooper, known not only for his acting talent but also his directorial debut in A Star Is Born, received widespread acclaim for his performance and musical contributions to the film, including the Oscar-winning track Shallow. His proven ability to blend music and drama on screen makes him a compelling choice to step into the shoes of Barry Gibb.
While official casting announcements are yet to be confirmed, early reports suggest that this Bee Gees biopic is already generating significant buzz — with fans eager to see how Cooper will bring the life, voice, and legacy of Barry Gibb to the silver screen.