This would be the first major film role for the Black Eyed Peas lead singer-turned-solo-recording star, who had a small part in Grindhouse. As Stacy Ferguson, she began her performing career on TV in Kids Incorporated in 1984.
Fergie would join a starry cast that includes Day-Lewis, Marion Cotillard, Penelope Cruz, Kate Hudson, Nicole Kidman, Sophia Loren and Judi Dench. The film will begin shooting in the U.K. in October.