Liza Minnelli Announces Memoir and TV Adaptation

Liza Minnelli, the legendary actress and singer, is set to release a tell-all memoir in 2026, which has already been optioned for a television adaptation. In a recent interview, she emphasized that the actress portraying her must be a dancer, stating, 'First, we need a great script and an actress who loves to move,' reflecting on her own identity as a dancer despite her physical challenges. Minnelli expressed gratitude for the interest from numerous award-winning actors but has been critical of previous portrayals of her life that she feels did not capture her true story. She plans to address her experiences with substance use disorder in the memoir, aiming to help others facing similar challenges. The actress highlighted her journey of recovery, stating, 'maybe I’m still alive because I have a responsibility to help people like me.' This upcoming project aims to present her life as a 'victor not victim' narrative, breaking new ground in storytelling about addiction.