Jennifer Lawrence Gets Candid About Losing Sharon Tate Role
Jennifer Lawrence just shared a revealing story about a career moment that has everyone talking. The Oscar-winning actress opened up about missing out on playing Sharon Tate in Quentin Tarantino's acclaimed film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Lawrence made it clear she believes her acting skills were not the issue.
Internet Comments Changed Everything
Lawrence explained that online chatter about her appearance played a significant role in the casting decision. According to the actress, people on the internet claimed she was not "pretty enough" to portray Sharon Tate. That negative feedback ultimately influenced the outcome.
"The internet went out of its way to call me ugly," Lawrence stated frankly. She acknowledged that she has repeated this story so many times that she might have started believing it herself.
Podcast Revelation Details
During a recent appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast with host Josh Horowitz, the 35-year-old actress reflected on the entire experience. Lawrence confirmed that Tarantino initially considered her for the Sharon Tate role.
"Well, he did, and then everybody was like, 'She's not pretty enough to play Sharon Tate.' And then they didn't," Lawrence said, mixing humor with seriousness. She maintains that the flood of online comments about her looks helped sway the final decision.
The Role That Went to Margot Robbie
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood takes place in 1969 and features Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt in leading roles. The film blends the real-life tragedy of the Manson Family murders with fictional Hollywood storytelling. Casting Sharon Tate represented a crucial decision for the production.
Sharon Tate's sister, Debra Tate, publicly shared her thoughts during the casting process. She told TMZ that both Jennifer Lawrence and Margot Robbie were "extremely accomplished actresses." However, Debra preferred Robbie because she more closely resembled Sharon and possessed a similar presence.
Debra Tate expressed her opinion bluntly at the time: "She's just, I don't know, she's not pretty enough to play Sharon. That's a horrible thing to say, but I have my standards."
Robbie's Performance Moved Family Member
After the film's release, Debra Tate spoke with Vanity Fair about Margot Robbie's portrayal. She revealed that Robbie's performance brought her to tears. "She made me cry because she sounded just like Sharon. The tone in her voice was completely Sharon," Debra explained emotionally.
"The front of my shirt was wet. I actually got to see my sister again... nearly 50 years later," she added, highlighting the emotional impact of Robbie's interpretation.
Other Tarantino Projects That Didn't Materialize
Quentin Tarantino previously mentioned considering Lawrence for the role of Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme in the same film. That opportunity also did not work out, with the part going to another actress instead.
Lawrence also disclosed that she turned down a role in Tarantino's 2015 film The Hateful Eight. She now jokes about regretting that decision. Jennifer Jason Leigh ultimately took that part and received an Oscar nomination for her performance.
Jennifer Lawrence's candid discussion sheds light on how external factors, particularly online commentary, can influence Hollywood casting decisions. Her experience demonstrates the powerful impact public perception can have on an actor's career opportunities.
