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Elizabeth Berkley's Showgirls Audition Secret
25 Nov
Summary
- A Betsey Johnson floral dress was Berkley's good luck charm.
- She wore the dress to all Showgirls audition callbacks.
- Berkley has been a fan of Betsey Johnson since Saved by the Bell.
Elizabeth Berkley shared the unexpected 'good luck charm' that accompanied her through the audition process for the cult classic film Showgirls. The actress revealed that a specific Betsey Johnson floral-print dress served as her talisman for each callback and the final screen test.
Berkley's connection to the designer began during her time on Saved by the Bell in the late '80s and early '90s. She found Betsey Johnson's free-spirited, colorful designs empowering, likening her clothing to a 'cape' that helped her embrace her individuality during her formative years.
This long-standing admiration culminated in a full-circle moment, with Berkley recently starring in a Betsey Johnson holiday campaign celebrating Showgirls' 30th anniversary. Her journey from a teenage fan to collaborating with the iconic designer underscores how her childhood dreams have materialized.
