Whatever your opinion of Kate Hudson’s acting abilities, it’s hard to deny that her Hollywood pedigree and off-screen romances make her an ideal starlet for “Nine” — a musical about moviemaking, fame and life led under the glare of the paparazzi.

“Nine” is based on the 1982 Maury Yeston musical, which itself is adapted from Federico Fellini’s “8 1/2.” The Weinstein Co. plans to release the film next month in the U.S.

Hudson plays Stephanie, a correspondent for Vogue who becomes entangled in the sordid affairs of Daniel Day-Lewis’ burned-out auteur. Hudson’s role was played by Saundra Santiago in the 2003 Broadway revival of “Nine” and by Stephanie Cotsirilos in the 1982 production.

Kate Hudson has traded her trademark blond locks for a really cute mid-length brunette hair style for her latest film, The Killer Inside Me. The actress was filming scenes for the thriller currently filming in the Midwest.

Imagine being able to just take off from work and still not have to worry about your bills being paid on time? Well that’s what happens when you’re a celebrity. You don’t ever have to look at your savings account and see if it’s feasible.

Kate Hudson has decided to do just that—take the year of 2009 off. She doesn’t want to make any movies this year, because she’d rather spend time with her son Ryder. Well at least she’s doing it for the right reasons!