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15 Celebs Who Said "Nah, I'll Pass" To Iconic Roles And Are Probably Still Kicking Themselves
- Jack Black turned down Syndrome in The Incredibles, later acknowledging the movie became one of the best ever made.
- Rob Lowe was eyed for Derek Shepherd in Grey's Anatomy before choosing another show, later noting the move helped his career.
- Sean Connery reportedly turned down Gandalf, which would have altered the Lord of the Rings cast and earnings.
- Rachel McAdams was the studio’s first pick for Andy Sachs before Anna Hathaway, citing a personal break from Hollywood.
- Al Pacino was offered Han Solo but declined, saying he didn't understand the script at the time.
- Emma Watson was considered for Mia in La La Land before Emma Stone won the role, choosing Beauty and the Beast instead.
- Will Smith turned down Neo in The Matrix, later saying Keanu Reeves was the right pick.
- Tom Selleck’s Indiana Jones was passed over due to a scheduling conflict, with Harrison Ford stepping in.
- Amanda Seyfried was offered Gamora in Guardians of the Galaxy but hesitated before the project proved successful.
- Katie Holmes was offered Kat Stratford in '10 Things I Hate About You' before Julia Stiles took the part.
- Jennifer Hudson would have played Precious, but health reasons led her to decline the role.
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