Fan Casting Martin Short as Wilbur Turnblad in Hairspray

peckett96 made this fan casting suggestion on January 2, 2022. What do you think? See below to cast your vote, or click here to see all fan casting suggestions for this role.

Martin Short

74 years old

Martin Hayter Short, CM (born March 26, 1950) is a Canadian comedian, actor, writer, singer and producer. He is best known for his comedy work, particularly on the TV programs SCTV and Saturday Nig...

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Martin Short

Wilbur Turnblad

Hairspray

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Hairspray

Remake

by Marc Shaiman And Scott Wittman

Pleasantly plump teenager Tracy Turnblad teaches 1962 Baltimore a thing or two about integration after landing a spot on a local TV dance show.

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Martin Short is known for his roles in Mars Attacks!, Frankenweenie, and Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted. He has been suggested by fans for 1,792 roles on myCast, including Hermes in Hercules. Similar actors include Jim Carrey, Robin Williams, and Steve Martin. Martin Short was suggested to play Wilbur Turnblad in Hairspray by peckett96. Hairspray has 12 roles, including Velma Von Tussle, Amber Von Tussle, and Edna Turnblad.