Overview
- Hudson confirmed the long-rumored decision on the Dec. 22 episode of Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.
- She said passing on Spider-Man allowed her to make The Four Feathers and form a close friendship with Heath Ledger.
- The Mary Jane Watson role went to Kirsten Dunst, who co-starred with Tobey Maguire across Sam Raimi’s trilogy.
- Spider-Man grossed roughly $826 million worldwide, while The Four Feathers earned about $29–30 million on a $35 million budget.
- Outlets noted the reveal comes as Hudson promotes Song Sung Blue, which has drawn strong notices and a 2026 Golden Globe nomination.