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Could Cher be the newest addition to the Batman franchise?

The UK Telegraph reports that the singer is in talks to star as Catwoman in the upcoming sequel.

“Cher is Nolan’s first choice to play Catwoman,” said an unnamed studio exec. “He wants to her to portray her like a vamp in her twilight years. The new Catwoman will be the absolute opposite of Michelle Pfeiffer and Halle Berry’s purring creations.”

Johnny Depp is also reportedly being signed on as the Riddler for the sequal, tentatively titled “The Caped Crusader.” It should begin filming early next year in Vancouver.

“The Dark Knight” is expected to gross $530 million.

Singer and actress Cher has announced plans to auction off 700 personal items from her home, including her bed, original Bob Mackie-designed costumes, and a 2003 H2 Hummer.

The Associated Press reports that the auction, to be held in October by Julien’s Auctions and Sotheby’s, is expected to raise more than $1 million US. According to Cher, a “nice percentage” of the money taken in will go to the Cher Charitable Foundation.

“I’m truly excited about it, having had this stuff for so many years,” said the 60-year-old performer. “I’m only keeping about five items from everything I have.”

Cher said that the desire to redecorate her Malibu home has led to the upcoming sell-off.

About 200 pieces of clothing (including designer dresses and costumes) and 85 pieces of jewelry (including some she made herself) will be included in the auction.