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Corey Feldman Blames Johnny Depp for Role Loss

3/26/2025

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Corey Feldman opened up about his frustration over losing the role of Arnie in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" to Leonardo DiCaprio, blaming Johnny Depp's influence. During a candid podcast with Billy Corgan, Feldman revealed he was sober when he felt sidelined by Depp's disparaging comments, leaving him grappling with the sting of rejection.

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Corey Feldman opened up about his frustration over losing the role of Arnie in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" to Leonardo DiCaprio, blaming Johnny Depp's influence. During a candid podcast with Billy Corgan, Feldman revealed he was sober when he felt sidelined by Depp's disparaging comments, leaving him grappling with the sting of rejection.