Top Who Turned Down The Role Of Mary Poppins?

Julie Andrews was not offered the role of Mary Poppins. As a rising star, she would have certainly accepted the role if it had been offered to her. However, this “no” turned into a “yes” for two other iconic roles: Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music.

It’s interesting to note that the role of Mary Poppins was originally offered to Audrey Hepburn, but she turned it down due to scheduling conflicts with her film *Charade*. This opened the door for Julie Andrews to snag the role that would catapult her to superstardom. It’s a classic example of how one person’s “no” can create a phenomenal opportunity for another. And, let’s be honest, it’s hard to imagine anyone else playing Mary Poppins with such charm and grace as Julie Andrews.