Mary Steenburgen says she's made peace with her biggest career 'mistake'
Actress Mary Steenburgen, 73, revealed on The Daily Beast's 'Obsessed' podcast that she made 'one big mistake' by passing on a role she likely should have taken, though she refuses to name it out of respect for the actor who got it. She explained that her 'weird spirituality' leads her to believe everything happens for a reason, as turning down the role led her to meet husband Ted Danson and gain stepdaughters Kate and Alexis. Steenburgen said she finds joy in watching other actors succeed and does not view acting as a competitive sport. She also values the friendships, lessons, and memories from even her less successful films. The article contrasts her perspective with other actors like Anne Hathaway (who missed out on Barbie) and Cillian Murphy (who nearly played Batman), who also expressed peace with missed opportunities.
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