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8/29/2006 5:40 PM PDT BY TMZ STAFF
Ashlee Simpson Heads for Chicago via London

Ashlee Simpson heads to the theatreAshlee Simpson is reportedly joining Usher - who is currently playing the role of Flynn on Broadway - as the latest pop star to take a role in the musical "Chicago." But, unlike Usher, Ashlee will do her stint in London instead of New York.

Ashlee is said to have started rehearsal this week for the role of Roxie Hart, the part Renee Zellweger filled in the big screen adaptation. Her first official performance is slated for October.

This is just one of several major changes in Ashlee's life, including a well publicized makeover. But the burning question gracing just about every tabloid cover -- how much is really "new," as in "surgically enhanced?"

Ironically, Ashlee will be singing about what it means to be a celebrity and what it's like to have everyone analyzing your every body part. One of the verses the character Roxie belts out is:

"I'm gonna be a celebrity
That means
Somebody everyone knows
They('re) gonna recognize my eyes
My hair my teeth my boobs my nose"

Yep, that fits - everyone recognizes Ashlee's nose - or at least they used to.

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the wise old owl:  1993 days ago

Who in the hell would ever pay to see Ashly perform on stage ? I can think of a lot better ways to spend my money. I hope they have plenty of recording back-up for her and that the record doesn't skip. Talk about talentless. They must be desperate over there in LONDON. WATCHING a warewolf sipping a pina colada with perfect hair would be more entertaining than her.

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New One:  1993 days ago

She can have all the surgery in the world and she will still never compare to her sister.
Maybey she can screw her face up as much as Michael Jackson now that would be funny.

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Midwest:  1993 days ago

She's going to London because she's not as well known there. She doesnt have the horrible reputation that she does here. That being said, I cant believe that anyone would even consider hiring her for a live Broadway musical?? Did they see SNL?? Or any of her other so called "musical" mishaps? Whats this world coming to?

She needs to go down the garbage disposal along with that stupid sister of hers.

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Nasty Canasta:  1993 days ago

Nice to see something good happen to someone with so much talent who's worked so hard with so little influence from family and the media.

Oh, wait....

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stoopit:  1993 days ago

that picture makes her look like she's pootin'

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edna123:  1993 days ago

Gather your children and pets....... the world is over!!!!!!!!!!!
i'm embarassed to be american

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LAGurl:  1993 days ago

What is happening to live musical theater? Can ANYONE off the street have a role now? I mean ASSLEE SIMPSON???!!!! What is the world coming too? Next we're going to see Rosie O'Donnell as Velma Kelly!

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the wise old owl:  1993 days ago

HA HA HA....She does looks like she's cutting a FART in that picture. Too funny. I needed a laugh. Thanks TMZ. As far as a carreer on Broadway. I don't think so. I predict that show will close after one night. Those limey's over there in London must need more sun, I am afraid the lack of it as effected their senses. Her 15 minutes are just about up. TICK TOCK, TICK TOCK. Once those Europeans get a taste of her talent they will be heading straight to the PUB. The drunker they get THE BETTER SHE WILL SOUND.

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Cat:  1993 days ago

looks like you people have never really LOOKED at jessica simpson's face. Ashlee is more beautiful, but unfortunatly its because a plastic surgeon made her look better, so she loses all credibility. I just cant stand to listen (or believe) a single word that comes out of this hypocritical girl's mouth. If I had a young daughter, i would RIP EVERY ARTICLE that Ashlee gives an interview in out of her magazines before she was able to read them. I NEVER would want this lying hypocrite to influence my children EVER. I was a big fan when she started out, even though she is not that talented, she was quirky, fun, and determined to stand out from her sister. now she is just another hollywood pawn...and she doesnt have her sisters talents either. so bummer for you, ashlee, keep on lying to the public...I've got my hands over my ears. LALALALALALALALA

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Livewire:  1993 days ago

Why is this no talent broad still famous? The brainwashed unwashed masses still dig her, because unfortunately Wal-Mart America has lost it's ability to think for itself, as the government and media dictate what we are supposed to like. Corporate suits have pushed this idiot unto Wal-Mart America, and the morons love her!

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paula:  1993 days ago

Why, oh why do these "artists" want to punish the theatre???

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coco puff:  1993 days ago

The fart she's ripping in the pic, are equivalent to lyrics that sound like SH*T!

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alissa:  1993 days ago

ummmmmmmmmmmm she looks like shes getting ready to fart in this picture lol,,, how nasty!

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alissa:  1993 days ago

perhaps a kung fu fart lol,,

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Michele:  1993 days ago

For someone who wanted nothing to do with looking like her sister, or singing like her sister, its official, you are now siamese twins joined at the throat because neither of you can sing. And Ashlee, all the weight you lost, Jess has gained. That says alot for her parents. They know she had an eating disorder when she was younger, but Mommy and Daddy must needs new pairs of shoes. If she werre my daughter, I would have had her in rehab so fast her head would spin, not sending her out on tour. Maybe someone can OK her being rude again at McDonald's so the poor waif eats.

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