As a die-hard fan of the entertainment industry, I can’t help but marvel at the fascinating tales of “almost were” in Hollywood. These stories highlight the intricate web of fate, talent, and opportunity that intertwines to shape the careers we know today.
Judy Greer wanted to be thirty and flirty and thriving—and not a mom.
Therefore, the actress who played the lead role in “13 Going on 30” declined an opportunity to audition for Claire Dunphy in “Modern Family” when she was still over 30 years old.
49-year-old said on the Nov. 19 episode of Jesse Tyler Ferguson’s Dinner’s On Me podcast: “I hesitantly expressed, ‘I’m not sure if I will try out for it.’ I was genuinely conflicted, but ultimately decided against it. It’s hard to say if I would have had a chance at it in the first place.” Reflecting on this, they added, “I simply wasn’t ready to be America’s mom just yet.
Plus, she didn’t like the idea of committing to a long-term role and becoming typecast.
In a film, I find myself watching and subsequently letting go, but in a television series, it’s as if I become a mother – that’s the role I embody.
She went on saying, “Besides the image of you as an actor, it’s also about your lifestyle. It struck me, ‘I enjoy exploring different parts of the world, taking part in numerous films, visiting diverse locations, and interacting with a variety of individuals.’
Her decision not to have children with husband, producer Dean E. Johnson, also played a part.
“I didn’t even want kids,” she said. “So that wasn’t even on the table for me.”
In the end, Julie Bowen was chosen to play the part of Claire Dunphy. She acted alongside Ferguson, Ty Burrell, Sofia Vergara, Ed O’Neill, and Eric Stonestreet in the series.
As a die-hard fanatic, I can’t help but boast about the incredible achievement of my beloved actress, Bowen. Not only did she snag two Emmy awards for her mesmerizing performance, but also the iconic show, “Modern Family,” which graced our screens from 2009 to 2020, accumulated a staggering total of 22 Emmys! It’s safe to say that this show and its talented cast have left an indelible mark on television history.
However, it’s important to note that Greer didn’t completely disappear from the show. In fact, she initially appeared as Phil Dunphy’s ex during season one. Furthermore, she has continued her acting career and recently portrayed a mom on TV in the 2022 series “Reboot”.
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In the end, the part from Star Trek was given to Ben McKenzie instead, as the original actor had severe acne issues.
He mentioned during Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad podcast in May 2024 that he had problematic skin throughout his teenage years. Later, even after college, his skin issues resurfaced.
In a 2021 interview on SiriusXM, the former star of American Pie admitted that he was given the opportunity for a major role but passed on it, which he now considers his biggest regret. At the time, he confessed, he was questioning if he wanted to pursue television, and it seems he may not have been fully prepared for that path yet.
David Rapaport, a casting director, shared with Entertainment Weekly that initially, he strongly desired Alden Ehrenreich to portray Dan, but the producers felt that at 5 feet 9 inches, Ehrenreich was too short for the part of Blake Lively’s love interest. Eventually, the role was given to Penn Badgley, who is roughly the same height as Ehrenreich, based on information available online.
In his 2014 memoir, Lowe admitted that he declined the role of McDreamy. This topic resurfaced during an episode of Marc Maron’s podcast, and Lowe humorously commented, “That likely cost me $70 million.” He then added casually, “It’s just money.” Lowe explained that when the pilot aired and they started referring to the attractive doctor as McDreamy, he thought, “Nah, that’s not for me.
In the past, Benedict Cumberbatch, who is known for his roles as Sherlock and Doctor Strange, attempted to secure the role of Bill Compton, the vampire character. However, it was Stephen Moyer who eventually got the part instead.
As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but reflect on the past when Jessica Chastain auditioned for the role that eventually landed in Anna Paquin’s hands – the iconic Sookie Stackhouse. Even before her Oscar nominations, Jessica’s talent was evident, and I still wonder what True Blood would have been like with her as Sookie.
17-year-old Jennifer Lawrence auditioned for the role of werepanther Crystal Norris, but came close without getting it due to her age; ultimately, Lindsay Pulsipher secured the part.
Tiffani Thiessen, known for her roles in ‘Saved By the Bell’ and ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’, shared that she tried out for the character of Rachel on ‘Friends’, but was considered too young for the part at that time.
Katherine Langford nearly joined the cast of Riverdale. It’s been revealed that she auditioned for the part of Betty Cooper, as stated by Riverdale’s own Camila Mendes. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Mendes recalled, “I remember we went out and had falafel with a man who was trying out for Archie.
Initially, it seemed impossible to picture anyone other than the character playing Capeside’s NYC transplant except for the actor chosen, but as revealed by creator Kevin Williamson in Entertainment Weekly, the role of Jen almost went to future Grey’s Anatomy star Katherine Heigl. This was due to the pilot director, Steve Miner, who drew attention to Heigl because she had starred in his 1994 film My Father the Hero. Kevin Williamson reminisced about her, stating that she appeared slightly older at the time. Even though she was younger, he felt she was more mature. According to him, Heigl delivered a remarkable audition, leaving everyone impressed with her talent.
The friendship role between Dawson Leery and Joey Potter, played by Katie Holmes, catapulted her to stardom. However, the part was initially intended for Selma Blair. As creator Kevin Williamson confessed to Entertainment Weekly, it was a last-minute audition tape from the Holmes family’s basement in Toledo, Ohio that ultimately led to Holmes getting the role. “I was fond of Selma,” he said, “but when that video arrived from the Holmes family, it transformed my life.
The actress from “House” and “The Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce” almost secured the legendary role of Carrie Bradshaw, even having a finalized contract. Ultimately, however, she served as the understudy to the producers’ initial preference, Sarah Jessica Parker. “I was either going to play her or not,” Edelstein explained. “My contract was ready. I was on standby.” Although it’s hard to envision Carrie Bradshaw without Sarah Jessica Parker, Edelstein’s scenario is quite plausible.
At first, The CW considered Ashley Olsen as our beloved Upper East Side blonde, but casting director David Rapaport shared with Buzzfeed that he was captivated by Lively instead. He admitted, “I was apprehensive we wouldn’t secure her or they wouldn’t appreciate her because, in truth, the show hinged on her performance and I had no other alternatives at the time.
The producers of CW were considering Rumer Willis as the lead for future seasons of “Gossip Girl,” but casting director Rapaport felt she wasn’t suitable for the role. (Later on, he cast her in 90210.) Rapaport shared with Buzzfeed that he admires Rumer greatly. “She has evolved into an exceptional actress and individual,” he said. “However, my decision was made to safeguard the investment of a television show where those less known actresses truly embodied the spirit of the series and sustained it for six years.
Prior to landing the role in Fox’s funny horror series “Scream Queens”, Keke Palmer was also considered for the part of Iris West on “The Flash”. Eventually, this role went to Candice Patton. In an interview with Buzzfeed, casting director David Rapaport explained, “We had initially seen Candice, but it seems we were too early in the process to cast her at that time. As a result, we tested Keke Palmer and another actress, but they seemed a bit young compared to Grant [Gustin]. However, when we brought Candice back, it was like magic.
In an interview with The Telegraph, Iwan Rheon revealed that during the casting for the pilot of Game of Thrones, he was among the final two contenders for the part of Jon Snow. However, fate had other plans as Rheon ultimately portrayed Ramsay Snow (or the character most despised in season 5), while Kit Harington won our affection as Jon. It’s hard to envision any other outcome, so we choose to accept and move on.
Following his collaboration with the actor from Guardians of the Galaxy on the last season of The O.C., Josh Schwartz disclosed that Pratt had been his initial pick for the part eventually played by Zachary Levi. “He was the person I desired to portray ‘Chuck’. However, it seems he was meant to safeguard the galaxy instead of the Buy More,” Schwartz shared. “And let me add, it couldn’t have happened to a more deserving individual.
In the early stages of its creation, I had the privilege of meeting Jenji Kohan, the mastermind behind “Orange Is the New Black”. This encounter transpired during the developmental phase of a project she was working on. As a devoted fan of her work, I unfortunately had other commitments at that time, as Jenji shared with TopMob News. Additionally, in the initial stages, not everyone fully grasped what this new venture entailed.
Absolutely, Cobie Smulders indicates that the character Robin Scherbatsky might have been similar to Kate Austen, meaning that two popular shows we enjoy could have had significantly different narratives.
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It may come as a surprise to many that “The Good Wife” wasn’t initially intended for Julianna Margulies. In fact, the studio had their eyes set on Ashley Judd and Helen Hunt before eventually offering her the role.
It’s tough to picture anyone else taking on the role of vampire hunter in Sunnydale, but Sarah Michelle Gellar almost got the part instead of Tom Cruise’s ex-wife. However, Holmes declined the offer to attend high school, and eventually, Sarah Michelle Gellar was cast in the role.
Originally, the role that eventually landed on Edie Falco was initially proposed to Lorraine Bracco; however, the Academy Award nominee declined, stating that she had previously played that character in ‘Goodfellas’ and sought a fresh challenge instead.
Prior to her stardom on the Fox series “Empire”, Taraji P. Henson disclosed that she had auditioned for the role of the main character, Olivia Pope, in the show “Scandal”. She recalled thinking, “This is Kerry Washington’s part. Why am I even here?” as she went to read for Shonda Rhimes, the creator of the series. The role eventually went to Kerry Washington.
Can you imagine Agent Scully residing in Downton Abbey? It almost happened, but the X Files star turned down the role that eventually went to Elizabeth McGovern.
Initially, it was challenging to envision anyone other than Elena Gilbert being portrayed on the successful CW series, but the network had already set their sights on the singer-actress as their top pick. It wasn’t until the producers reevaluated Nina Dobrev’s audition tape that they chose the Bulgarian beauty for the role.
The renowned singer was given a chance to star in a TV series led by Bill Cosby, but she declined to focus on her music aspirations instead.
To enthusiasts of the popular series “Sex and the City”, Sarah Jessica Parker is synonymous with Carrie Bradshaw. However, before Parker took on the role, the opportunity was initially given to actress Dana Delany. Interestingly, Delany declined the offer as she had previously worked on several projects containing explicit content (such as “Nude Girls” and “Exit to Eden”). She wished to steer clear of a project that carried the word “sex” in its title.
David Letterman’s band leader had the opportunity to play a role given by Jerry Seinfeld without undergoing an audition, however, Shaffer chose not to respond to the offer.
Initially, AMC considered casting Jane as Don Draper, but Jon Hamm, during an interview on a podcast, mentioned that the role was turned down by him because he wasn’t keen on appearing on a television series. Later on, he did star in HBO’s “Hung.
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