'Spider-Man': Did you know Kate Hudson almost became Mary Jane?
What's the story
Hollywood actor Kate Hudson has revealed that she was offered the role of Mary Jane Watson in Sony's 2002 Spider-Man film, a part that eventually went to Kirsten Dunst. The Almost Famous star confirmed this on a recent episode of Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. Despite the missed opportunity, Hudson expressed no regrets and said she was grateful for her career choices.
Career choice
Hudson chose 'Four Feathers' over 'Spider-Man'
Hudson revealed that she turned down the Spider-Man role to star in Four Feathers, a war drama released a few months after Spider-Man. The film, which also starred Heath Ledger and Djimon Hounsou, received mixed reviews and grossed $29 million at the box office against a $35 million budget. "I did a movie called Four Feathers... I got to meet Heath Ledger who became a very good friend and I got an experience that I would have never had."
Career reflection
Hudson reflected on her decision and future projects
Despite the missed opportunity, Hudson said she was grateful for her career path. "A part of me is like, 'Life happens exactly the way it's supposed to.' And so I'm grateful for it," she said. "But I do look at it and I'm like, 'Aw, it would have been fun to be [Mary Jane].'" Now, Hudson is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film Song Sung Blue on Christmas Day.
Film tribute
Hudson's 'Song Sung Blue' pays tribute to Neil Diamond
In October, Hudson shared photos with Neil Diamond, whose music is central to her upcoming film Song Sung Blue, which is about a Neil Diamond tribute band. In one photo, Hudson and Diamond are seen holding hands while another shows him mid-conversation with her. "Just sitting on the porch with @neildiamond sharing all kinds of stories," she wrote on Instagram.