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Olivia Cooke Almost Landed a Lead Role in Star Wars!

Olivia Cooke finally spills the tea on which iconic Star Wars character she almost played, clearing up years of speculation among fans.

6/23/2026, 3:25:36 AM

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Olivia Cooke Almost Landed a Lead Role in Star Wars!

Hold your lightsabers, folks! Olivia Cooke just dropped a galaxy-sized bombshell that’s got the internet buzzing. It turns out, the “House of the Dragon” star was once in the running for a seriously major role in the Star Wars universe. Talk about a plot twist bigger than any Skywalker reveal!

For ages, whispers have floated around the entertainment world, linking Cooke to various Star Wars projects. Fans have been theorizing, debating, and even Photoshopping her into character posters. Now, the British actress is setting the record straight, much to the delight of her devoted fanbase.

She recently revealed that she actually auditioned for a lead character in the massively popular sci-fi franchise. This isn't just a small cameo or a background extra gig; we’re talking about a significant part that could have changed the entire trajectory of her career and the Star Wars saga itself. The revelation has sent shockwaves through social media, with fans scrambling to guess which iconic role could have been hers.

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Just Jared has been following this story, and the excitement for this news is palpable. Imagine a world where Cooke was wielding a lightsaber or navigating the Millennium Falcon! While she ultimately didn’t get the part, the mere possibility has reignited discussions about alternate castings and what could have been. It's a testament to her talent that she was even considered for such a pivotal role.

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Olivia Cooke Almost Landed a Lead Role in Star Wars! — photo 5

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