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Tom Hardy to play Elton John in biopic Loading.. FILE - In this Sept. 2, 2013 file photo, actor Tom Hardy poses for photogra... NEW YORK (AP) — Tom Hardy will play Elton John in a biopic titled "Rocketman." Focus Features announced Hardy's casting as the iconic piano man on Wednesday. The film is planned to begin shooting late next year. The 36-year-old British actor is well respected for his…