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Temporary TV Characters Who Became Permanent
Can you imagine the TV series TheGolden Girls without Sophia? Neither can I. Estelle Getty is one of a long line of actors who nailed their small part so well that they couldn't be dismissed. We are all familiar with the story of Steve Urkel, who was the "wacky neighbor" on the family sitcom Family Matters. Jaleel White made the role so wacky that his character overshadowed the family at the center of the show. But that happens more than we know because those decision are often made behind the scenes, and rarely so obvious to the viewer.
15 Controversial Casting Choices That Are Perfect in Hindsight
Admit it, when you heard that Nicolas Cage has always wanted to play Superman, you laughed. But then you recall how comedian Michael Keaton turned out to be an amazing Batman, although no one could see it at the time, well, until we saw it. Even those in the business get nervous about unconventional casting. Hollywood executives did not want to cast Marlon Brando in The Godfather because he was washed up, and they thought Al Pacino was too short. But now we can't imagine that anyone else would be better.
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