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Gale Anne Hurd Debunks O.J. Simpson Terminator Casting Rumor

Following O.J. Simpson's death, Terminator producer Gale Anne Hurd clarifies that Simpson was never considered for the iconic role, countering longstanding claims by Arnold Schwarzenegger.

  • Gale Anne Hurd, producer of The Terminator, refutes Arnold Schwarzenegger's claims that O.J. Simpson was initially cast in the 1984 film.
  • James Cameron, director of The Terminator, confirms that the idea of casting Simpson was dismissed early in the project's development.
  • Schwarzenegger had previously suggested that Simpson was considered for the role, even claiming to own a concept painting featuring Simpson.
  • The rumor resurfaces and gains attention following Simpson's recent death from cancer at age 76.
  • Hurd emphasizes that Simpson was 'never ever considered' for the role, aiming to put the rumor to rest once and for all.
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