Pamela Anderson Reinvents Herself in TIFF Premiere 'The Last Showgirl'

'The Last Showgirl,' featuring Pamela Anderson, premieres at the Toronto International Film Festival. The drama, directed by Gia Coppola, stars Anderson as a veteran Las Vegas dancer facing an uncertain future. Co-stars include Dave Bautista and Jamie Lee Curtis, who praises Anderson's genuine portrayal.

'The Last Showgirl,' featuring Pamela Anderson in a leading role, had its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Friday. The drama addresses the often unglamorous reality behind Vegas's bright lights, portraying Anderson as Shelley, a 50-year-old showgirl who loses her job after a 30-year stint.

Directed by Gia Coppola, the film also stars Dave Bautista and Jamie Lee Curtis. Coppola revealed her instinctive choice of Anderson for the role, solidified by the actor's previous Netflix documentary, 'Pamela: A Love Story.' Curtis mentioned her eagerness to work with Anderson as her main reason for joining the project, even adjusting her schedule for it.

Anderson's career spans back to 1989 when she was discovered in British Columbia, leading to a modeling career with Playboy and eventual stardom. Jamie Lee Curtis expressed admiration for Anderson's authenticity and hope that audiences will recognize her talents after watching the film.

(With inputs from agencies.)