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Why did they give the role of Eliza Doolittle to Audrey Hepburn rather than Julie Andrews in the movie My Fair Lady?
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Julie was not well known for her on-screen appearances, and Mr. Warner wanted someone who would bring in the most money to be the film's star. It was amazing though that they picked looks over talent. Audrey could not sing a note. All her tracks were done by Marni Nixon for the movie version. Julie was the first choice for the role of Eliza Doolittle, but Warner Brothers, which had paid $5 million for the rights to the musical, didn't want to risk a stage actress in the central role of a $17-million film, despite lobbying from Lerner himself.
It is also reported that Jack Warner didn't think Andrews would be photogenic enough. He invited her to do a screen test, but she refused, so he forgot about her altogether.
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