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 the Die Hard series. The Pulp Fiction star took an abrupt retirement following an aphasia diagnosis. During his career in acting, Willis turned down roles that later turned into huge successes.
Bruce Willis Fired his Entire Team After Losing The 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 Willis had lost many movies, due to his team.
The 12 Monkeys star 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 talented Willem Dafoe.
According to Giant Freakin’ Robot, the Surrogates star 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 Patient made a hefty $233 million and won nine Oscars. Among the wins included best picture, Director, and supporting actress.
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 Sense star not only lost The English Patient but there were also many other roles that he passed.
He gave up a few important scripts, one of which became the 1990 masterpiece Ghost. The movie earned $505 million at the box office due to its enormous popularity. Among a superb cast, Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, and Whoopi Goldberg stood out.
Willis declined the part in the movie Training Day. It was ultimately played by Denzel Washington, who won an Oscar for the role. The now-retired actor has also talked about declining a part in Ocean’s Eleven, a film starring George Clooney.
Source: The Things
