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Roles turned down by June Allyson:
Allyson was originally thought of for the lead. When it was learned Katharine Hepburn wanted to play the role, newcomer Allyson was replaced.
Actor who got the part: Katharine Hepburn
Allyson was the first actress attached to play Effie Effington.
Actor who got the part: Deborah Kerr
Allyson declined the role of Jeff Chandler's stuffy wife in this movie.
Actor who got the part: Jane Russell
June wanted to play Lillian Roth, the singer who fought a battle with alcoholism, when Charles Walters was attached to direct. MGM chose Susan Hayward instead. Walters eventually left the project and was replaced by Daniel Mann.
Actor who got the part: Susan Hayward
Allyson was originally cast in this movie, but became pregnant and was replaced by Judy Garland.
Actor who got the part: Judy Garland
MGM would not let Allyson do this film because she was under their contract.
Actor who got the part: Jane Wyman
Fell pregnant and was replaced by Judy Garland, who was replaced by Jane Powell.
Actor who got the part: Jane Powell
Considered but eventually termed "too old" to play newcomer "Kathy Selden."
Actor who got the part: Debbie Reynolds
June was considered for the role of Jane Falbury.
Actor who got the part: Judy Garland
Allyson was thought of for the leading lady role in this Bob Hope comedy.
Actor who got the part: Eva Marie Saint
Was offered the role of Eve but her husband (Dick Powell) did not think she was right for the part.
Actor who got the part: Joanne Woodward
Did you know that June Allyson was not the only choice for these movies? (click to learn more)
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