Before They Were Famous, These A-Listers Were Denied Starring Roles

Everyone has to start somewhere, and that’s especially true for Hollywood hopefuls trying to break into show business. The cutthroat process of auditioning means facing tons of rejection. Before they were famous, even A-list celebrities suffered this brutal experience. Sometimes, it’s as simple as an actor not being right for the role. Other times, it’s a bad audition turned casting nightmare. No matter the reason, these famous actors all had their dreams squashed after getting rejected for what they thought would be the juicy role of a lifetime.