Actors Who Turned Down Roles That Could Have Changed Their Careers

Matt Damon, Avatar

Damon has often joked that he “bailed on” Avatar, but he only rejected the role of Jake Sully because of scheduling conflicts. Apparently, Marky Mark never wanted to decline the offer. The role eventually ended up in the hands of Sam Worthington.

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