Considered but eventually termed "too old" to play newcomer "Kathy Selden."

Considered for the role of Kathy Selden but believed to be "too old" for Gene Kelly.

The role of self-enchanted, dimwit movie queen "Lina Lamont" was written for Holliday but once the enchanting comedienne hit big with "Born Yesterday," the role went to the wonderful Jean Hagen.

Howard Keel was originally considered for the lead role when the movie was still in the developmental phase, and was about a singing cowboy who played bit parts in "B" movies.

The role of "Cosmo Brown" was written with the pianist, performer in mind, but the role was owned lock, stock and barrel once Donald O'Connor played it.

In 1950, Miller was announced for the role of Kathy, but it was eventually played by Debbie Reynolds.

Eventually considered "too old" for the role of newcomer "Kathy Selden."