Jane Lynch is “so glad” that Lea Michele is getting to star in Funny Girl
Jane Lynch is “so glad” that Lea Michele is getting to star in ‘Funny Girl’ on Broadway. The 61-year-old actress believes her former ‘Glee’ co-star, 35, is going to take the role of Fanny Brice - which was originated by Barbra Streisand in the 60s and earnt her a Tony and an Oscar- and “make it her own” after she takes the reins from the musical’s current leading lady, Beanie Feldstein. Jane - who is departing the role of Fanny's mother as Lea joins and being replaced by veteran performer Tovah Feldshuh - told Deadline: “We have been in touch about it. You know, it was just a really strong ide...