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Jessica Biel Reflects on Auditioning for 'The Notebook' While Covered in Fake Blood

The actress shared her unconventional audition story during a May 21 appearance on The View, recalling a 'very strange, very Hollywood moment' with Ryan Gosling and director Nick Cassavetes.

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Overview

  • Jessica Biel recounted auditioning for the role of Allie in 'The Notebook' while filming 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre' in 2003.
  • She revealed that she was covered in fake blood during the audition, which took place in her trailer on location.
  • Ryan Gosling and director Nick Cassavetes visited Biel on set to conduct the audition, which she called 'the greatest option' for her career at the time.
  • Despite her efforts, the role ultimately went to Rachel McAdams, who starred opposite Gosling in the 2004 romantic drama.
  • Biel described the experience as a unique and surreal moment, reflecting on how such near-misses can shape a performer's career trajectory.