Amazon MGM Studios and Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine are reportedly closing in on their choice for the lead role in the highly anticipated 'Legally Blonde' prequel series.

According to Deadline, sources close to the production, actresses Madison Wolfe and Lexi Minetree have tested for the iconic role of Elle Woods, a part that made Reese Witherspoon a household name in the early 2000s.

However, no official decision has been made yet, though one is expected soon.

Both actresses have made a strong impression in an extensive casting search that attracted numerous young actresses vying for the role, as per what sources told to Deadline.

In an ongoing search for the perfect young Elle Woods, Witherspoon, who will also executive produce the series, has been deeply involved in the process.