Liz Hurley Rejected for Only Fools Role

Elizabeth Hurley was considered for the role of Cassandra Parry in the iconic BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses but was ultimately rejected for being 'too glamorous' for the character, according to the Channel 5 documentary Only Fools and Horses: Secrets and Scandals. The role eventually went to Gwyneth Strong, who first appeared as Cassandra in 1989 and continued until 2003. Author Mike Jones explained that producers felt Hurley did not fit the Trotter family dynamic. Despite this missed opportunity, Hurley's career flourished with notable roles in projects like Austin Powers and The Royals. Interestingly, Academy Award-winner Jim Broadbent was also in the running for the role of Del Boy. Hurley recently celebrated a 35-year friendship with fellow actress Patsy Kensit through a nostalgic Instagram post.