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Jodie Foster Says She Turned Down Princess Leia Due to a Scheduling Conflict

Jodie Foster appeared on 'The Tonight Show' to discuss 'True Detective' and almost being cast as Princess Leia in 'Star Wars.'

It’s no secret that Jodie Foster was once up for the part of Princess Leia in Star Wars — a role that became iconic for Carrie Fisher. The actress explained that she did “change the character a bit” after meeting with creator and showrunner Issa Lopez. Fallon also tapped Foster for a sketch called “True Confessions,” where she was pitted against the Roots’ Tariq Trotter.

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