Melora Hardin Opens Up About Being Dropped from 'Back to the Future' Due to Height Mismatch
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In a candid interview with Entertainment Weekly, actress Melora Hardin shared her experience of being let go from the iconic 1985 film 'Back to the Future' due to a height mismatch with co-star Michael J. Fox. At the time, Hardin was just 17 years old and was devastated by the decision. Fox recently revealed in his memoir 'Future Boy' that he replaced Eric Stoltz as the lead, and some crew members felt that Hardin, who was significantly taller, was no longer suitable to play the role of Jennifer Parker. According to Fox, the issue was not with Hardin's acting abilities, but rather the perceived height difference between the two leads. He expressed regret over the prejudice that inadvertently affected Hardin's casting and praised her as a 'talented actress.' Hardin's role was eventually taken over by Claudia Wells in the first film, and later by Elisabeth Shue in the sequels. The incident has left a lasting impact on Hardin, who remembered the experience as a 'huge disappointment.' Fox's acknowledgment of the situation has brought closure to Hardin, who appreciates his defense of her abilities as an actress.
