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Rapper/Actor Common Joins New Terminator Flick

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Rapper-turned-actor Common has joined the cast of Warner Bros.' Terminator sequel, Terminator Salvation: The Future Begins.

According to Variety, Common, who has recently appeared in Street Kings, American Gangster and Smokin' Aces, will play a freedom fighter and member of the inner circle formed by John Connor (Christian Bale) to fight with the remaining humans against the machines. The McG-directed flick is expected in theaters May 22, 2009.

Common can next be seen on the big screen alongside Angelina Jolie and Morgan Freeman in Wanted and will be taking on the role of the Green Lantern in the forthcoming Justice League movie. — Adam Bryant

Related:
Christian Bale's Terminator Targets a PG-13


May 6, 2008 10:57 AM
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May 7, 2008 2:43 PM
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