Many fans would recognize Kurt Russell from Guardians of the Galaxy as Ego the Living Planet, but did you know that he almost joined the Star Wars franchise? Rumors say that he was offered a role, and he declined it, a statement the actor firmly debunked.

Kurt russell as Ego the Living Planet in Guardians of the Galaxy

It would be intriguing, though, to imagine Russell in Star Wars playing Han Solo or Luke Skywalker, both parts he actually auditioned for. Perhaps it was not really for him because the circumstances at that time were not in his favor.

Kurt Russell Almost Teamed Up With George Lucas On Star Wars

During a conversation with The Daily Beast, actor Kurt Russell shared that he tried for both Han Solo and Luke Skywalker parts, but at the same time, another potential project was also lined up for him.

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