“James Cameron was thrilled with my audition”: Josh Gad Could’ve Made Millions in ‘Avatar’ But His Na’vi Look Was Too Ridiculous for the Movie
Josh Gad, the Broadway actor, narrowly missed the opportunity to star in James Cameron’s sci-fi masterpiece. In his recently released memoir, Gad recalled the moment he almost landed a major role in Avatar as Jake Sully’s best friend.
Known for voicing the iconic animated character Olaf of Disney’s Frozen, he was ready to seize the chance, but luck wasn’t in his favor. He said he apparently looked like a “tall overweight Smurf.”
Josh Gad | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures
The Avatar franchise stands among the highest-grossing movies of all time. Gad could have been a part of this monumental success when he was desperate to find his path at a critical moment in his career. The 43-year-old actor shared his experiences and several unknown secrets in his memoir.
James Cameron wanted to cast Josh Gad for his blockbuster Avatar
Josh Gad, who rose to fame with the musical The Book of Mormon,...
Known for voicing the iconic animated character Olaf of Disney’s Frozen, he was ready to seize the chance, but luck wasn’t in his favor. He said he apparently looked like a “tall overweight Smurf.”
Josh Gad | Credit: Walt Disney Pictures
The Avatar franchise stands among the highest-grossing movies of all time. Gad could have been a part of this monumental success when he was desperate to find his path at a critical moment in his career. The 43-year-old actor shared his experiences and several unknown secrets in his memoir.
James Cameron wanted to cast Josh Gad for his blockbuster Avatar
Josh Gad, who rose to fame with the musical The Book of Mormon,...
- 3/12/2025
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