Shania Twain is in the midst of a return to music, recently releasing her first solo single in years, Waking Up Dreaming.
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However, there are a lot more exciting projects in store for the superstar singer, as she took to social media to share that she was part of a particularly whimsical one.
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She will be part of ABC's upcoming Beauty and The Beast special in honor of the Oscar-winning movie's 30th anniversary in December.
The announcement came alongside a photograph of Shania wearing a hot pink pantsuit while sipping on some tea, cinched in with a black belt with a low, bold neckline, topped off with a pair of sunglasses.
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The Canadian songstress will be playing the kind Mrs Potts, a role made famous by Angela Lansbury in the 1991 original, who passed away on 11 October.
Shania stated that she considered the role as a tribute to the late stage and screen legend, writing: "I am unbelievably honored... and excited... and all of the emotions (!!) to announce that I will be joining the cast of #BeautyAndTheBeast30th to play the part of my favorite character - Mrs. Potts.
Shania will be part of the Beauty and The Beast 30th anniversary special
"And of course, I would be remiss if I didn't pay tribute to the iconic Angela Lansbury, I mean she IS Mrs. Potts and the reason why this character is so beloved.
"To follow in the footsteps of such an icon is a huge honor and I hope to do the part justice. Airing December 15 on @abcnetwork."
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Shania will be joining H.E.R., who is set to play Belle in the two-hour special, alongside Martin Short as Lumière and David Alan Grier as Cogsworth.
One of the singer's friends left a comment saying: "OMG! Congratulations!! You are so deserving. I can't wait to see you absolutely slay! Come on Mrs. Shania Potts."
© Photo: Getty ImagesThe singer hopes to honor the late Angela Lansbury by taking on her role
A fan wrote: "Oh. My. Gosh. My favorite Disney movie with my favorite singer. Perfection," while another added: "Well it's fitting you do love your tea and coffee! Congratulations."
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