Billy Porter is taking on an iconic role in an upcoming live-action "Cinderella" movie from Sony.

The "Pose" star known for his fashions confirmed he will play the title character's fairy godmother in the film, People reported.

"I have a couple movies that I'm working on," he said at Saturday's 2019 New Yorker Festival, ET reported. "I'm gonna be playing the fairy godmother in the new Cinderella movie with Camila Cabello."

The news comes after Deadline reported Idina Menzel is in talks to play the evil stepmother, Evelyn.

According ton The Hollywood Reporter, Cabello will also provide music for the film.

The movie is based on an idea from late-night talk show host James Corden and will reportedly be a modern retelling of the fairy tale.

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