Julia Roberts was not the studio's first choice to star in the Pretty Woman movie.
It is difficult, if not impossible, to think about the movie Pretty Woman and not have the name Julia Roberts automatically come to mind. Without a doubt, the actress was in charge of making a lovable and unique character, achieving nuances that today identify the role of Vivian.
But before the famous artist got the role, other actresses were on the verge of staying with it, although finally due to professional or agenda reasons, they all rejected this great opportunity without imagining the phenomenon it would become.
Which actresses rejected starring in Pretty Woman?
The studio had its eye on Molly Ringwald, who had starred in some of the biggest hits of the time, but who ultimately didn't get the role. The actress has confessed that she does not specifically remember turning down her offer, but she did admit that she had not loved the script that had been presented to her.
“I think I saw an early draft and it was called $3,000,” she said. “I don't specifically remember turning him down. The script was good, but I have to say that Julia Roberts is the one who made that movie. She was part of it. “All actors hope for a role that allows them to shine like that.”
The name Meg Ryan also appeared, but she did not accept the proposal, and that was when the possibility arose of choosing Winona Ryder or Drew Barrymore, although in the end, the director did not agree since they were too young to take on that role.
Other Hollywood stars who were considered for the role were Daryl Hannah, Jodie Foster, Jennifer Connelly, Diane Lane, Karen Allen, Jennifer Connelly and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Kim Basinger, Melanie Griffith, Sharon Stone, Heather Locklear, Sandra Bullock, Kristin Davis, and Sarah Jessica Parker were also considered.
The reason why many actresses rejected the role is because they did not dare to play a prostitute and felt that it was a very big gamble that could harm her career.
Finally, Julia Roberts took on the role and gave a sublime performance, turning the film into a great cinema classic.
