"Sex and the City's" Iconic Samantha Jones: Almost Lost Forever!
Samantha role offer declined by Kim Cattrall on several occasions - her reasoning catches attention - Samantha's role initially eluded Kim Cattrall multiple times, with her motives for refusal proving intriguing.
Here's an intriguing tidbit you may not have known! It's a miracle Kim Cattrall, the brilliant actress who breathed life into the unforgettable Samantha, almost never played the part. This Golden Globe winner required some serious persuasion to take on the role! In a candid conversation with the The Times UK, the 67-year-old entertainment powerhouse confesses she turned it down – get this – a whopping FOUR times!
Why the initial reluctance? Well, it came down to a very personal reason: age discrimination. Yep, the self-imposed kind! At 41, she felt she was too old to embody a sexually liberated icon like Samantha. The very idea of portraying such a confident, sexually active character at that age made her a bit uncomfortable initially. However, as times and attitudes have changed, "40 became sexy," Cattrall smiled.
Kim Cattrall: "Samantha Was Never Shallow"
In her chat with The Times UK, Cattrall also emphasized that Samantha Jones was never a nymphomaniac (despite what certain folks might think). She simply craved the main course – everyone else was busy with the apps! As Cattrall put it, "While everyone else was picking at appetizers, she wanted the steak, and always on her terms – that's something I always insisted on."
It's quite surprising to learn that Kim Cattrall, who played such a lusty, mouthwatering character in Sex and the City, is actually the opposite in real life. "I'm more of a serial monogamist," she revealed.
By now, you're probably thinking, "But isn't that everything I already knew about Sex and the City?" Not quite! Hang on, because we've got more to unpack!
The Unforgettable "Sex and the City" Legacy
Originally based on Candace Bushnell’s column in the New York Observer, Sex and the City aired from 1998 to 2004, flourishing over six captivating seasons and eventually becoming a cultural phenomenon. The show was followed by two feature films in 2008 and 2010 and the spin-off series "And Just Like That..." which premiered on HBO Max in 2021.
The Return of "And Just Like That...", Without Kim Cattrall
Reflecting back on her decision, Cattrall couldn't be happier with the trail she blazed. "I've created a fantastic character that I loved, and I put a lot of love into it. And if that's all I'm remembered for, then that's really okay," she revealed to The Times UK.
So, what about the legendary Samantha Jones in the spin-off series, "And Just Like That..."? Sadly, it seems the iconic character won't be making a grand comeback. After some public differences with her co-star Sarah Jessica Parker, Cattrall chose to sit out the series. However, she did offer fans a cheeky taste with a brief Samantha appearance in the season 2 finale. The third season premiered on May 29, boldly stepping into the city without the ever-vivacious Samantha Jones.
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[1] Farley, N., (2021) "Kim Cattrall Opens Up About Why She Initially Turned Down Samantha Jones and Her Fear of Self-Imposed Age Discrimination." Entertainment Tonight. https://www.etonline.com/kim-cattrall-opens-up-about-why-she-originally-turned-down-samantha-jones-and-her-fear-of-self-imposed-age-discrimination-154195
[2] Hjelmgaard, M., (2021) "Kim Cattrall: 'Self-imposed age discrimination' kept me from 'Sex and the City' role of Samantha Jones." USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/entertainment/tv/2021/07/09/kim-cattrall-sex-and-the-city-reason-turned-down-samantha/7870833002/
- Kim Cattrall's portrayal of Samantha Jones in Sex and the City, a series from the world of movies-and-tv, was almost lost forever due to her initial reluctance based on self-imposed age discrimination.
- Despite playing the lusty and mouthwatering character Samantha Jones, Kim Cattrall is quite the opposite in real life, revealing herself to be more of a serial monogamist in her conversations with various celebrities.
