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He’s already won over fans and judges on Dancing with the Stars – to say nothing of Karina Smirnoff, of course.

But will Mario Lopez soon be wooing the most famous Baby in film history?

Rumors are circulating that the former Saved by the Bell star may reprise Patrick Swayze’s role in a remake of Dirty Dancing. (No, not Dirty Sanchez; that would be a job for ex-castmate, Dustin Diamond).

Mario Lopez: 'The Jungle Book' Premiere
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Swayze, however, is less pleased than Kanye West over the possibility of this tale being told on screen again:

“I think that the original really stands up well and both leads were great!” he laughed. “We seem intent on re-making everything right now.”

The man makes a point. However, we have no objection to Eva Green starring in the lastest James Bond remake. She’s pretty.