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Julia Fox opened up about nearly losing her breakout role in 'Uncut Gems' to bigger stars. She revealed studios initially wanted Scarlett Johansson, Lady Gaga, and Jennifer Lawrence for the part. A successful screen test with Adam Sandler ultimately convinced producers to take a chance on her. The role launched Fox's acting career after years of being known as a "hood celebrity."

Key Points: Julia Fox Reveals Scarlett Johansson Almost Got Her Uncut Gems Role

  • Julia Fox auditioned like everyone else despite role being written for her
  • Studios initially pushed for A-listers like Scarlett Johansson
  • Screen test with Adam Sandler secured her the part
  • Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lawrence were also considered
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Julia Fox opens up about Scarlett Johansson being considered for 'Uncut Gems' role

Julia Fox shares how she beat Scarlett Johansson, Lady Gaga, and Jennifer Lawrence for her breakout role in 'Uncut Gems' opposite Adam Sandler.

"They wanted like Scarlett Johansson and all these other beautiful women and established actresses. – Julia Fox"

Washington DC, June 27

Actress and model Julia Fox shared how she landed the role inBenny Safdie and Josh Safdie's 2019 thriller, 'Uncut Gems', starring Adam Sandler, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Julia appeared on the Jay Shetty Podcast and said, "People knew who I was. I was like a hood celebrity, and these directors heard about me and wanted to meet me. They were writing a part for this young girl who has a kind of sugar daddy situation. And that movie would go on to become Uncut Gems," she said.

"I auditioned like everyone else. Unfortunately, even though they had written it for me, the studios were like, 'We don't know her.' They wanted like Scarlett Johansson and all these other beautiful women and established actresses," she added.

However, Fox went on to describe what the turning point was: "At the time, I didn't even know if I could actually act, but I had a hunch. I did a screen test with Adam Sandler, and it went really well, and they were able to convince the studios to let me do it."

Fox had heard they (makers) met with Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lawrence for her role before casting her, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Fox played Sandler's love interest, who is also financially supported by him. Before Fox began acting, she said, "Everybody knew I was living off of my sugar daddy's money," and she was "looked at as the spectacle."

Since then, her acting credits have included No Sudden Move, Presence, Fantasmas and more, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

- ANI

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Priya M.
Interesting how Hollywood works! Even when directors want fresh faces, studios push for established stars. Julia Fox was perfect for that role - her raw energy really came through. Bollywood should also take risks with newcomers more often! 🤔
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Rahul K.
Can't imagine ScarJo in that role at all! Julia brought something special to the character - that mix of vulnerability and street-smart attitude. Hollywood needs to trust directors' visions more instead of playing it safe with big names.
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Ananya S.
The sugar daddy angle is a bit uncomfortable, but Julia owned that role! Shows how talent can come from unexpected places. Reminds me of how some Bollywood outsiders struggle to get breaks despite being perfect for roles.
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Vikram P.
Honestly, this is why indie films often have better casting than big studio movies. Too much focus on "bankable stars" rather than who fits the role. Uncut Gems wouldn't have been the same with a conventional Hollywood actress.
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Sunita R.
While Julia did great, I wonder if the studios had valid concerns about her inexperience. Big films need some insurance with casting. But glad it worked out - her chemistry with Sandler was electric! ✨

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