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Rita Moreno is revisiting one of her most famous films. According to Deadline, Moreno will return to "West Side Story" both on screen and as an executive producer. Moreno played the iconic role of Anita Palacio in the 1961 version of the movie, for which she won an Academy Award for best supporting actress. Now, she will put her dancing shoes back on for Steven Spielberg's remake, which is set to begin filming this summer.“Never in my wildest dreams did I see myself revisiting this seminal work,” Moreno told Deadline. “And to be asked by Steven Spielberg to participate is simply thrilling! Then to work together with the brilliant playwright, Tony Kushner – what a glorious stew! I am tingling!”Moreno's role in the film will be a character named Valentina, who will be a reimagined version of the character of Doc, the owner of the corner store where Tony works. “From our earliest discussions, we wanted to include Rita Moreno in our production,” Spielberg shared with Deadline. “Her Anita is one of the greatest musical performances ever filmed, and a personal favorite of mine. We created an original role for her, and we feel beyond fortunate that Rita will bring her extraordinary gifts as an actress, as well as her deep understanding of 'West Side Story' to this production as an executive producer.”In October it was announced that "Baby Driver's" Ansel Elgort will star as Tony in the modern adaptation, but no other cast members have been confirmed. Earlier this year, a casting call poster for the movie circulated on Twitter, looking for actors between 15 and 25 years old who are able to sing and dance for the roles of Tony, Maria, Anita and Bernardo.Besides for her starring role in "West Side Story," Moreno, 86, is known for being one of the rare recipients (and the first Latin American woman) of an EGOT — winning an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony Award in her lifetime.