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Kathie Lee Gifford Reflects on Harsh 'Charlie's Angels' Casting Rejection

Former Today host recounts a casting agent's cruel comments and the impact on her career

  • Gifford was told she wasn't 'pretty' enough for the role by a casting agent.
  • The agent's comments highlighted unrealistic beauty standards in the industry.
  • Gifford used humor to cope with the rejection, despite its harshness.
  • The experience reinforced her values of kindness and forgiveness.
  • Gifford shares these insights in her new memoir, 'I Want to Matter.'
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