Die Hard fans astonished after finding out Bruce Willis wasn't meant to have iconic role
dailyrecord.co.ukFans of the Christmas film (controversial) Die Hard were astonished after learning that a legendary singer was originally in line to star in it.
Bruce Willis famously took on the role of John McClane, the iconic action figure who hunted down terrorists in Nakatomi Plaza.Despite Willis' success and his return for four more instalments of the much-loved franchise directed by John McTiernan, he wasn't the first pick for the character.
Hollywood greats like Harrison Ford and Sylvester Stallone opted not to become McClane.James Caan, known for The Godfather and Thief, along with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Clint Eastwood, also refused the part.
Yet, none of these big names were the studio's initial selection due to an outstanding contract with the renowned balladeer Frank Sinatra.The contract, which was put in place in 1968, meant 20th Century Fox were obligated to offer the role to legendary singer Frank Sinatra.
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