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Cary Grant Declines $1 Million Role, Rex Harrison Shines

2/12/2025

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Cary Grant, the legendary Hollywood star, famously declined the role of Professor Henry Higgins in the 1964 classic "My Fair Lady," feeling it was rightfully Rex Harrison's after his Broadway success. Even with a tempting $1 million offer, Grant feared public backlash, paving the way for Harrison to clinch an Academy Award for his unforgettable performance.

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Cary Grant, the legendary Hollywood star, famously declined the role of Professor Henry Higgins in the 1964 classic "My Fair Lady," feeling it was rightfully Rex Harrison's after his Broadway success. Even with a tempting $1 million offer, Grant feared public backlash, paving the way for Harrison to clinch an Academy Award for his unforgettable performance.