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17 Actors and Actresses Hollywood Refuses to Cast Anymore

In Hollywood's dynamic world, stars can rise to fame or decline rapidly due to factors like typecasting, personal scandals, or time's relentless march.

Katherine Heigl

Katherine Heigl gained fame for her role in Grey's Anatomy. Despite her success, her on-set behavior and criticism of the show drew backlash. With a string of box office flops, she struggles in Hollywood.

Shia Labeouf

Shia LaBeouf, known for his roles in Transformers, Indiana Jones, and Disney's Even Stevens, is facing distancing from Hollywood due to his erratic behavior and legal issues.

Lindsay Lohan

Known for her promising career, Lindsay Lohan is now a cautionary tale of child stardom gone wrong, due to substance abuse, legal issues, and unprofessional behavior on set.

Taylor Momsen

Famed for portraying Jenny Humphrey in 'Gossip Girl', Taylor Momsen's career plummeted post-show. Her rebellious persona and controversial antics as The Pretty Reckless' lead singer has made her unpopular in mainstream Hollywood.

Freddie Prinze Jr.

In the late 90s and early 2000s, Freddie Prinze Jr. was known for his roles in rom-coms. After a string of flops, he retired from acting to focus on voiceover work and writing.

Mischa Barton

Mischa Barton gained fame as Marissa Cooper in The O.C., but personal struggles including a DUI arrest and mental health issues led to her leaving the show and damaged her career.

Mel Gibson

Mel Gibson’s career plummeted after his 2006 anti-Semitic rant during a DUI arrest. Despite Oscar nomination for Hacksaw Ridge, his personal life still overshadows his talent.

Brendan Fraser

In the late 90s and 2000s, Brendan Fraser was renowned for roles in films like The Mummy trilogy. Personal issues and career flops tagged him “box office poison.”

Megan Fox

Megan Fox's fame grew swiftly after Transformers. Her controversial comments led to her replacement in the franchise's third film and challenges in regaining major roles in Hollywood.

Terrence Howard

Despite critical acclaim for Hustle & Flow and Crash, Terrence Howard's career has stalled due to personal struggles and domestic abuse allegations, reducing his studio offers.

Eddie Murphy

Once a comedy giant, Eddie Murphy's career has faltered due to box office flops and controversies. Nevertheless, he works on passion projects and will star in Coming 2 America.

Katherine McPhee

Katherine McPhee's career soared after American Idol and her lead in Smash. Despite minor TV roles, she's struggled to land notable film or TV roles since Smash's 2013 cancellation.

Steven Seagal

Once popular for action films like Under Siege, Steven Seagal's career has suffered due to allegations of sexual harassment and assault, causing fewer Hollywood opportunities.

Gwyneth Paltrow

Gwyneth Paltrow's career has declined over the past decade, even after her Oscar win for Shakespeare in Love. Her lifestyle brand, Goop, and controversies have overshadowed her acting.

Charlie Sheen

Once the top-paid TV actor for 'Two and a Half Men', Charlie Sheen's public meltdown and feud with the creator led to his firing. His comeback attempts were thwarted by personal struggles.

Tara Reid

Tara Reid gained fame in the late 90s with American Pie and The Big Lebowski. However, failed relationships, plastic surgery mishaps, and unprofessionalism led to career decline.

Nicolas Cage

Once a sought-after Hollywood actor, Nicolas Cage's career and demand has declined due to financial troubles and questionable roles. Despite this, he continues to work and maintains fan admiration.

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