With Game of Thrones being 7 seasons in now, it's hard to think that the lead roles could have ever been played by anyone other than the actors who are currently playing them. But did you know that the role of Cersei Lannister was originally offered to Gillian Anderson? I have no doubt that Gillian would have done an amazing job but Lena Heady is incredible as the evil Cersei. Check out these other actors than were very nearly cast in iconic roles of our favourite show:
12 actors who nearly landed iconic roles in 'game of thrones'
did you know that the role of Cersei Lannister was originally offered to Gillian Anderson?
