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Bruce Willis has been part of the entertainment industry for decades. Whenever there is talk of the golden age era of action films, Willis name arrives in the top spots. The actor has added renowned films to his list and has permanently inscribed his name on the pages of cinema history. The 68-year-old actor is one of the most incredible action stars of all time thanks to his roles in some of the most financially and critically successful films from the 80s and 90s period in Hollywood.
The retired American actor has demonstrated his skill for a multi-decade career in various genres, from poignant dramas to action-packed thrillers. He rose to fame as John McClane in theDie Hardseries. ThePulp Fictionstar took an abrupt retirement following an aphasia diagnosis. During his career in acting, Willis turned down roles that later turned into huge successes.
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Bruce Willis Fired his Entire Team After LosingThe English Patient
An actor’s team plays a crucial role in selecting the perfect film for him that will suit his personality and rise him to fame. While many have had a successful team,Bruce Willishad lost many movies, due to his team.
The12 Monkeysstar has some professional regrets as he turned down some prominent roles. He was approached to play the role of Canadian intelligence operative David “Moose” Caravaggio. The 68-year-old actor revealed he passed on the role, as his now-former agent talked him out of working with director Anthony Minghella. The part eventually went to the talentedWillem Dafoe.
According toGiant Freakin’ Robot,theSurrogatesstar after making the call fired his entire team. The writer said,
“Willis says he passed on the film after being talked out of working with director Anthony Minghella by his agent. An unhappy Willis fired his agent shortly after.”
The English Patientmade a hefty $233 million and won nine Oscars. Among the wins included best picture, Director, and supporting actress.
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Bruce Willis Turned Down Many Iconic Roles
Actors usually regret turning down a film that later reaches the sky of success. Willis being a significant actor has lost many iconic roles during the years of his acting career.The Sixth Sensestar not only lostThe English Patientbut there were also many other roles that he passed.
He gave up a few important scripts, one of which became the 1990 masterpieceGhost. The movie earned $505 million at the box office due to its enormous popularity. Among a superb cast, Patrick Swayze,Demi Moore, andWhoopi Goldbergstood out.
Willis declined the part in the movieTraining Day. It was ultimately played byDenzel Washington, who won an Oscar for the role. The now-retired actor has also talked about declining a part inOcean’s Eleven, a film starring George Clooney.
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Source:The Things
Harshada Mohile
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An avid reader who loves to stay in the fantasy world, Harshada is a Content Writer on Fandomwire. She is a Master of Journalism and Mass Communication Student looking to explore the media world. She loves to read book and that’s her favourite activity.
