Corey Feldman Reveals Near Role as Samwise Gamgee

Corey Feldman revealed on Billy Corgan's podcast that he auditioned for the role of Samwise Gamgee in 'The Lord of the Rings,' indicating he was 'close' to landing the part before Sean Astin was ultimately cast. Feldman acknowledged that he might not have been able to gain the necessary weight for the role, crediting Astin for his performance. Additionally, talk show host James Corden also auditioned for the character, but it's hard to imagine anyone else in that role after Astin's portrayal. Feldman also reflected on his near-miss for another role in 'What's Eating Gilbert Grape,' which he claimed he lost due to Johnny Depp's influence. This revelation adds to the nostalgic discussions around casting choices in iconic films, highlighting how close various actors were to pivotal roles in cinema history.