Kate Winslet Criticizes Robert Downey Jr.'s English Accent During 'The Holiday' Audition

Winslet recalls the audition as 'dreadful,' highlighting Downey Jr.'s accent misinterpretation and the unexpected nature of the audition.

Kate Winslet described Robert Downey Jr.'s English accent during their audition for 'The Holiday' as 'dreadful,' mistaking it for an Australian accent.
The audition, initially thought to be a casual script reading by Winslet, was for the role eventually played by Jude Law.
Downey Jr. and Jimmy Fallon, both present at the audition, were unaware they were competing for a part, leading to an awkward situation.
Winslet expressed regret over any perceived rudeness, attributing it to misunderstanding the nature of the audition and Fallon's illness.
Despite the audition mishap, Winslet praised Downey Jr.'s recent success, highlighting his awards for 'Oppenheimer.'