Reese Witherspoon: Why She Wasn't Cast in Gone Girl

Reese Witherspoon: Why She Wasn't Cast in Gone Girl

Update: 2025-09-18
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Reese Witherspoon reveals how she was rejected for the lead role in *Gone Girl*, despite her company backing the film, and the surprising lesson she learned about ego and stepping back for the good of the project. Hear how this pivotal moment shaped her approach to producing and her journey from Little Miss Type A to Hollywood powerhouse, including unexpected turns and triumphs.

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Reese Witherspoon: Why She Wasn't Cast in Gone Girl

Reese Witherspoon: Why She Wasn't Cast in Gone Girl