Fame kissed Robert Pattinson as he emerged as the iconic Edward Cullen in the Twilight saga. His casting, however, was once on the edge of dismissal due to doubts about his attractiveness.
Surprising as it sounds!
Before his Twilight fame, Pattinson was already on the radar with his role as Cedric Diggory in the Harry Potter series. Despite his budding talent, Twilight director Catherine Hardwicke admitted she initially hesitated, questioning whether Robert was too “unattractive” to portray the alluring vampire Edward.
Eventually, the filmmakers consented, paving the way for Robert to shine in the adaptation of Stephenie Meyer‘s novels.
Ever wondered who else could have been Edward vying for a chance to star opposite Kristen Stewart? The role was highly coveted, with a horde of actors audtioning, but only a select few made the shortlist. This list features a Schitt’s Creek celebrity, actors who eventually joined the Twilight universe in different capacities, and even an actor who regrets their audition to this day.
Adding to the intrigue, Meyer‘s personal pick for Edward, who shockingly heard of his potential casting well after the films were released!
Curious to know the contenders for the part of Edward Cullen? Below, we’ve gathered details about those who were in the mix for this career-transforming role.
See the list of actors who were in close contention with Robert Pattinson for the Edward Cullen character in Twilight…
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was initially considered for playing Edward Cullen in ‘Twilight’?
- Several actors were in consideration for the role of Edward Cullen in the ‘Twilight’ series, with a shortlist that included a ‘Schitt’s Creek’ actor and other prominent names. A full list of these actors can be accessed through a dedicated slideshow.
- Did Robert Pattinson face any hurdles in being cast as Edward?
- Yes, Robert Pattinson initially faced skepticism over his attractiveness for the role, as expressed by the director, Catherine Hardwicke. However, he ultimately secured the part.
- Who was Stephenie Meyer’s first choice for playing Edward Cullen?
- Stephenie Meyer had a personal favorite for the role of Edward Cullen, who found out about their potential casting years later. The actors’ list in competition with Robert Pattinson can reveal more about this.
- How can we see all of Robert Pattinson’s competition for the role?
- We have compiled a comprehensive list of actors who almost snatched the role away from Robert Pattinson. Viewers can see the list by clicking on a special link to the slideshow.