5 Times Actors Proved Haters Wrong With Their Iconic Roles
As much as the haters wanted these actors to fail, now they have no idea who else could bomb the role as much as them.
Actors often face backlash and criticism after taking on iconic roles.
However, there have been numerous instances where actors delivered outstanding performances that surpassed all expectations and silenced the haters.
Here are 5 times actors nailed their roles and proved haters wrong.
1. Heath Ledger as The Joker
Ledger faced initial backlash when he was cast as the Joker in Christopher Nolan 's Dark Knight, but his chilling and transformative performance won over even the harshest critics, earning him a posthumous Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
To this day, Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Gotham supervillain remains the most iconic in the DC Universe.
2. Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man
Considered initially a risky choice for the role, Downey Jr. became synonymous with the character, bringing wit, charisma, and depth to Tony Stark that endeared him to audiences worldwide.
Robert Downey Jr. became so beloved in the MCU family that his character's death still remains one of the most heartbreaking for the fandom. We love you 3000, Tony.
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3. Daniel Craig as James Bond
Craig's selection as the new James Bond was met with skepticism, as fans were disappointed to see a person who bore absolutely no resemblance to the Bond they were used to seeing.
However, the blue-eyed, blonde-haired British man was able to redefine the character, bringing a rugged and intense performance that revitalized the franchise and won over fans.
4. Hugh Jackman as Wolverine
Jackman faced hate due to his height and lack of fame after it was announced that he was taking the place of one of the most famous members of the X-Men family.
But his portrayal of Wolverine, with unparalleled intensity and commitment, made it almost impossible to fit in with anyone who would try to embody the role in the future.
Hugh Jackman has been inseparable with the character for almost two decades and it seems that the fans will never let him go.
5. Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Holland as Spider-Man
Fans always seem to have problems with actors joining the superhero universe, but Spider-Man has always been under double protection by the fandom.
All three actors experienced a massive backlash when they stepped into the role of a friendly neighborhood teen, but fortunately, they all ended up as audience favorites.
The actors' youthful energy, wit, and emotional depth still don't allow fans to decide which Spider-Man they love more. Well, we prefer not to choose.
