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Ethan Hawke has expressed relief at missing out on the lead role in 'Titanic,' a part that ultimately went to Leonardo DiCaprio. Hawke admitted that he didn't think he could have handled the level of fame and success that came with playing Jack Dawson in James Cameron’s 1997 blockbuster about the 1912 sinking of the 'Titanic.'
By the time 'Titanic' hit theatres, Ethan Hawke had already built an impressive resume, having delivered memorable performances in 'Reality Bites,' 'Dead Poets Society,' and 'Before Sunrise.' DiCaprio's performance opposite Kate Winslet catapulted him to international stardom, paving the way for acclaimed roles in 'Catch Me If You Can,' 'The Aviator,' and 'Blood Diamond,' earning multiple Oscar nominations along the way.
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Ethan Hawke's Successful Projects Instead of 'Titanic'
Ethan Hawke went on to receive his own Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor in the 2001 crime drama 'Training Day.' Reflecting on that experience, he recalled co-star Denzel Washington's advice that the value of an award lies in what the recipient brings to it, not the other way around.
Instead of 'Titanic,' Ethan Hawke starred opposite his then-wife, Uma Thurman, in 'Gattaca' in 1997. The pair tied the knot in 1998 and went their separate ways in 2005, raising two children together: daughter Maya, 27, and son Levon, 23. Ethan Hawke has spoken about how the intense spotlight on their split felt almost humiliating, despite much of the media coverage being favourable.
Looking ahead, Hawke is set to appear in upcoming projects, including 'She Dances' and 'Black Phone 2,' continuing his long-standing presence in Hollywood while reflecting on how pivotal career decisions shaped his journey.
