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Madonna Films First Live-Action Role in Apple TV+ Satire

8/1/2026

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Italy filmed Madonna’s cameo for Apple TV+ satire The Studio in March.
Madonna appears with Julia Garner, set to portray her in a canceled biopic.
The shoot captured them lip-syncing to “Like a Virgin,” marking Madonna’s first live-action role in over two decades.
Creator Seth Rogen said second season, featuring Madonna’s cameo and debuting on Apple TV+ in March 2027, is written for stars after the first season won 13 Emmys.

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Italy filmed Madonna’s cameo for Apple TV+ satire The Studio in March.
Madonna appears with Julia Garner, set to portray her in a canceled biopic.
The shoot captured them lip-syncing to “Like a Virgin,” marking Madonna’s first live-action role in over two decades.
Creator Seth Rogen said second season, featuring Madonna’s cameo and debuting on Apple TV+ in March 2027, is written for stars after the first season won 13 Emmys.