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 Who was considered for Almost Famous?

Jack Black
Jack Black tried out for the supporting role of Lester Bangs.

Kirsten Dunst
Dunst auditioned for and almost got the role of Penny in Almost Famous.
Actor who got the part: Kate Hudson

Jon Favreau
Jon Favreau auditioned for the role of Lester Bangs.
Actor who got the part: Phillip Seymour Hoffman

Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson was originally supposed to play William's sister, Anita, but was given the role of Penny Lane when Sarah Polley dropped out.
Actor who got the part: Zooey Deschanel

Brad Pitt
The role of Russell was originally written for Brad Pitt who dropped out saying "I just don't get it enough to do it."
Actor who got the part: Billy Crudup

Sarah Polley
Had accepted the part of Penny but dropped out to do another film.
Actor who got the part: Kate Hudson

Natalie Portman
According to director Cameron Crowe, Portman auditioned for the part of Penny.
Actor who got the part: Kate Hudson



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