Taylor Lautner in for Twilight sequel, DVD details emerge

After a swirl of rumors he would be replaced, Stephenie Meyer has confirmed that Taylor Lautner will return as Jacob in the sequel to Twilight , New Moon . The “other” teenage heartthrob who lent his talent (and probably his sanity) to the new Hollywood franchise had been in danger of losing his part because the physical demands of his character in the next chapter were thought to be too difficult for the 16-year-old actor to pull off. (link)