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 Roles turned down by Catherine Zeta-Jones:

Almost Famous
Catherine Zeta-Jones was considered for the role of Penny Lane.
Actor who got the part: Kate Hudson

Beyond Borders
Was announced to play the lead for then-director Oliver Stone and would have played the philanthropist socialite.
Actor who got the part: Angelina Jolie

Charlie's Angels
Catherine Zeta-Jones was reportedly considered to play the third angel.
Actor who got the part: Lucy Liu

Chicago
Was supposed to play Roxie, but at the last minute, that role was given to Renée Zellweger, and Cath was chosen for the role of Velma Kelly.
Actor who got the part: Renée Zellweger

Elizabeth
Among many actresses who screen tested for the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Cate Blanchett

Gangs of New York
Catherine Zeta Jones turned down the role of Jenny due to scheduling conflicts.
Actor who got the part: Cameron Diaz

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
Catherine Zeta-Jones was considered for the role of Lara Croft.
Actor who got the part: Angelina Jolie

Moulin Rouge
Considered for the role of Satine.
Actor who got the part: Nicole Kidman

Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Zeta-Jones was considered to play Jane Smith.
Actor who got the part: Angelina Jolie

The Phantom of the Opera
Webber apparently said in an interview that he would like to have cast Catherine Zeta-Jones but she passed to play Velma in the movie musical "Chicago" and didn't want to do two singing roles in a row.
Actor who got the part: Emmy Rossum

Stompanato
In 2005, the actress was said to be in talks to play legendary film sex goddess Lana Turner.
Actor who got the part: Film Was Never Made

Under The Tuscan Sun
Considered for the role of Frances.
Actor who got the part: Diane Lane

The World Is Not Enough
Seriously considered for a role in the film.






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