Nicholas Braun 10 Things I Hate About You
Okay, let's talk about Nicholas Braun. You might know him as the lovably awkward Greg Hirsch from "Succession." But did you know he almost became a totally different kind of high schooler? We're diving into the almost-role that could have been: 10 Things I Hate About You.
Braun's Near Miss with Padua High
Can you picture a young, slightly gangly Nick Braun navigating the halls of Padua High? It almost happened! He auditioned for a role in the iconic teen flick, 10 Things I Hate About You.
But here’s the twist: it wasn't for the part of the sweet, artful Cameron James, the role that ended up going to Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
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He Aimed for Bogey Lowenstein
Braun originally auditioned to play Bogey Lowenstein! Yes, that Bogey, the one who needs "instruction" before he can even think about dating Bianca. Imagine Braun's signature nervous energy channeled into that character.
It's a fun thought experiment, isn't it?
Why He Didn't Get the Part (and Why It's Hilarious)
So, what went wrong, or right, depending on how you look at it? According to Braun himself, he was simply "too tall." This is a fantastic reason not to get a role.
Director Gil Junger wanted someone smaller, someone who wouldn't tower over the rest of the cast. Height becoming an issue to not be in the film.
Seth Green Swooped In
Ultimately, the role went to Seth Green. And let's be honest, Green absolutely nailed it. He brought the perfect level of goofy desperation to Bogey.
His portrayal made Bogey into the memorable character we all laugh at (and maybe secretly pity) today.
Imagine the Alternate Universe
Still, it's fun to think about what Braun's version of Bogey would have been like. Would he have leaned into the awkwardness even more? Would he have brought a different kind of comedic energy?
It's one of those great "what if" scenarios that makes Hollywood so fascinating.
Braun's Humorous Takeaway
Braun himself has joked about the audition. He has said it came down to being physically too big for the part.
It shows that even the most successful actors face rejection and sometimes for the strangest reasons.
The Butterfly Effect
Think about how Braun not getting the Bogey role might have subtly changed the course of his career. Maybe he wouldn't have been quite the right fit for Greg Hirsch if he'd been known for playing a different kind of comedic character earlier on.
It's like a butterfly effect of casting decisions!
From Teen Comedy to Prestige Drama
Instead, he carved his path through various roles, eventually landing the career-defining part on "Succession." From nearly being the awkward Bogey, he transformed into the equally awkward but subtly powerful Greg.
A testament to finding the role that’s just the right fit.
The Lesson? Embrace the Rejection
Nicholas Braun's 10 Things I Hate About You story is a reminder that rejection is part of the process. It highlights the often-unpredictable nature of casting.
And sometimes, the reasons are as simple (and hilarious) as being too tall. So next time you're watching Greg fumble his way through Waystar RoyCo, remember: he almost gave Bogey Lowenstein a run for his money.
