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flag Actress Laura Dern says she was rejected for roles 150 times, partly due to her height in a industry that favored shorter actresses.

flag Actress Laura Dern has revealed she was rejected for acting roles about 150 times early in her career, citing her height—around 5 feet 10 inches—as a factor that hindered her casting, particularly in a Hollywood where shorter actresses were often favored. flag She spoke candidly about the challenges of breaking into the industry, emphasizing the resilience required to persevere despite repeated setbacks. flag Her experience highlights ongoing issues of bias in casting, especially for tall women, and underscores the subjective nature of Hollywood’s selection process. flag Dern’s journey reflects the broader struggles many actors face before achieving recognition.

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