6 Hollywood Actors Who Rejected Iconic Roles

Hugh Jackman - Recently, the actor revealed the first look of his next movie 'Wolverine 3', but did you know that he was offered the legendary role of James Bond and he turned it down.

Gwyneth Paltrow - It is said that she turned down the epic role of Rose DeWitt Bukater in 'Titanic' that made Kate Winslet an overnight star. We think, she might have regretted her decision later.

Leonardo DiCaprio - It is said that he was offered the role of Spider-Man in 2002, but he passed it on to his friend, Tobey Maguire. 

John Travolta - Initially, the role of Forrest from the movie 'Forrest Gump' was offered to him but he turned it down. Later, he admitted that it wasn’t one of the best decisions of his life. 

Matt Damon - Before Aaron Eckhart, the role of Harvey Dent from the movie 'The Dark Knight' was offered to him, but due to his busy schedule he turned down the role.

Will Smith - He was reportedly approached by the makers of the Matrix for the role of Neo, but he rejected the offer as he thought, he would have messed up the role.

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