'N Sync Reportedly to Appear in Star Wars Sequel

ByABC News
January 3, 2002, 10:40 AM

Jan. 3 -- May the Force be with 'N Sync?

The New York Post is reporting that pop singing group 'N Sync is set to appear in the upcoming Star Wars flick Episode Two: Attack of the Clones. Star Wars fan sites are buzzing with the news.

According to the story, George Lucas is putting the boys in the film to please his two daughters, who are big fans of the group.

Justin, Chris, JC, Joey and Lance reportedly appear for just a split second, as anonymous Jedi Knights in a huge battle scene. Then, they get blown up by "battle droids."

Music Web site sonicnet is reporting that a spokesperson for Lucasfilm has confirmed that, quote, "a few of the 'N Sync guys will appear in Star Wars - Episode II: Attack Of The Clones."

The spokesperson reportedly didn't know which members of the group would be in the film, only that they will be in, quote, "a big scene with lots of extras."

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