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Jodie Foster Reveals How Turning Down the Role of Princess Leia Changed Her Life

Jodie Foster admits she turned down most iconic role in film history

Jodie Foster, the talented actress known for her captivating performances, has recently opened up about a decision that altered the course of her career. In a candid conversation on The Graham Norton Show, Foster admitted that she had been offered the iconic role of Princess Leia in the original Star Wars series but had to decline due to her commitment to another film.

Reflecting on this missed opportunity, Foster acknowledged that her life could have taken a completely different path if she hadn’t made that decision.

Jodie Foster, 61, revealed that the rumours are true. She was cast in the original Star Wars series as Princess Leia but had to turn down the famous role because she was already playing a role in a Disney movie

It was ultimately Carrie Fisher who went on to portray the beloved Princess Leia in the Star Wars trilogy and solidify her place in cinematic history. Fisher reprised the role in subsequent Star Wars films until her untimely passing in 2016, leaving fans with her final appearances in The Last Jedi (2017) and The Rise of Skywalker (2019).

During her appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Foster, alongside a star-studded cast including Olivia Colman, Lorraine Kelly, Wanda Sykes, Austin Butler, Josh Brolin, Calvin Harris, and Rag ‘n’ Bone Man, also discussed her recent Academy Award nomination, which marked her return to the Oscars after almost three decades.

Foster’s latest project, True Detective, showcases her exceptional talent in a brand-new role. She stars as detective Liz Danvers alongside Kali Reis, forming the series’ first all-female leading duo.

Appearing on this week's Graham Norton show to speak about her latest role in True Detective, she admitted that her life could have been completely different if she had not turned the science fiction role down (pictured with L to R Austin Butler, Josh Brolin, Olivia Colman, Lorraine Kelly, Wanda Sykes Rag 'n' Bone Man and Calvin Harris)

Together, they unravel a gripping mystery of vanishing researchers within a 24-hour timeframe. HBO’s description of the show promises a gripping exploration of darkness and haunting truths lurking beneath eternal ice.

Speaking about her character and the final episode of True Detective, Foster teased, “She is just awful; everything you can hate – racist, selfish, and very horny. I can’t say much about the final episode, but it is the best, it is extraordinary. No one sees that end coming.”

Jodie said: 'I got the part of Princess Leia (pictured being played by Carrie Fisher) but couldn't do it because I was already doing a Disney film. My life could have been so different, and I would have liked to have had the hair!'

While reflecting on her missed opportunity to play Princess Leia, Foster humorously added, “I got the part of Princess Leia, but I couldn’t do it because I was already committed to a Disney film. My life could have been so different, and I would have liked to have had the hair!”

Despite not taking on the iconic role, Foster’s career has been illustrious and marked by numerous accolades. She won her first Academy Award at the age of 27 for her lead role in The Accused (1989) and triumphed again in 1992 for her unforgettable portrayal of rookie FBI agent Clarice Starling in The Silence of the Lambs.

Now Jodie (as Liz Danvers) is joined by Kali Reis (as Evangeline Navarro) to form True Detective's first all-female leading duo, as they solve a mystery of vanishing researchers over a 24-hour time-frame

Alongside co-star Anthony Hopkins, Foster’s performance contributed to the film’s remarkable success, earning it multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director.

Foster’s journey as an actress has truly been remarkable, and her versatility and commitment to her craft have solidified her status as a screen icon.

Her Nyad co-star Annette Bening, 65, landed her fourth Best Actress nomination for the film which follows the journey of long-distance swimmer Diana Nyad

Despite her remarkable achievements, Foster has always prioritized being a mother to her two sons, Charles and Christopher ‘Kit’. In a recent interview, Foster shared that she intentionally shielded her children from her Hollywood star persona to ensure they saw her as their mom and not just a famous actress.

HBO 's description says that the pair 'will have to confront the darkness themselves, and dig into the haunted truths that lie buried under the eternal ice.'

As Foster continues to captivate audiences with her brilliant performances, her recent nomination for an Academy Award for her role in Nyad, and her groundbreaking work on True Detective, fans eagerly await her next project. Tune in to The Graham Norton Show to catch the full interview with Jodie Foster and her incredible castmates.

Jodie was recently nominated for an Academy Award for the first time in nearly 30 years after she was recognised in the Best Supporting Actress category for her role in Nyad