Overview
- Deschanel says Jon Favreau told her at her audition that there was no need to read because the role had been offered to Katie Holmes.
- Then 21, she recalls simply chatting with the director, which eased nerves and left a positive impression.
- Holmes later exited over a scheduling conflict, and casting returned to Deschanel with the offer.
- Deschanel’s singing background informed the character, with the filmmakers incorporating musical moments for Jovie.
- The 2003 film is widely cited as a holiday staple, with reported worldwide grosses exceeding $220 million.