Stars who turned down major film and television roles

Some of the most iconic roles in film and television could have looked very different had they gone with the original casting choices.

before Billy Crudup brought in the Stillwater singer Russell Hammond Cheers in the 2000 musical drama, May Cameron Crowe He had an eye on him Brad Pittwho was “just getting started” in his now legendary career. “He just had something,” Crowe gushed during the premiere episode of the “Source: almost famous twenty-year-old” Podcast in July 2020.

While Pete finished his audition — and was called “rolling on the floor” laughing — it just didn’t fit the moment. Crowe even admitted he “cried” when fight club A star died from the project.

“But I think in the back of my mind, I knew he never fully fell in love with the character,” Crowe said. “He fell in love with the idea of ​​the character. But, maybe there just wasn’t enough on the page.”

Scroll down to find out which stars almost played some of the most iconic roles in film and television!