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Prior to his headline-making tumultuous relationship with Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt had a whirlwind affair with Gwyneth Paltrow, which was ignited on the set of Ed Zwick’s epic dramaLegends of the Fall. Hired to read lines alongside Pitt, the Oscar-winning actress not only exhibited an authentic portrayal of Susannah but also sparked undeniable magic with Pitt.
Unfortunately, although Ed Zwick had to reject Gwyneth Paltrow, due to her age factor, her chemistry with Brad Pitt soon became one of Tinseltown’s most captivating love stories, turning a chance encounter into a whirlwind romance. Thereafter, although fans were captivated by their romance, Zwick claimed to be less than surprised, based on their electric chemistry on set.
Brad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrow’s Undeniable Chemistry onLegends of the FallSet
After 30 years since the release of hisepic dramaLegends of the Fallin 1994, director Ed Zwick sat for an interview withVanity Fairto recall the production and behind-the-scenes magic of his film. Beginning the interview by stating how it took him years to get approval for his project, Zwick went on to discuss the struggles he had in finding the face for Susannah.
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According to the director, they were only four weeks from shooting when he found himself in a casting conundrum. AlthoughBrad Pittwas already signed onto the project as Tristan Ludlow, the role of Susannah, a pivotal character in the epic tale, remained elusive. As per Ed Zwick, he and the casting director Mary Colquhoun were finding it difficult to cast someone who had the “combination of vivacity and sadness.”
We were only four weeks from shooting and still hadn’t found our Susannah. We read many wonderful actresses, but none of them had the combination of vivacity and sadness—in other words, manic depression—that foretold her tragic end.
Eventually, Ed Zwick witnessed something that forever changed the lives of two rising stars. Gwyneth Paltrow, a young actress brimming with potential, appeared during one of the readings. In her early 20s, Paltrow flawlessly exhibited the depth and complexity of the character, beyond her years. But more than anything, during her read-through with Pitt,the actress unfolded extraordinary chemistrythat transcended the usual bounds of professional compatibility.
It was during one of these readings that Brad met Gwyneth Paltrow. Though she was too young for the part, there was more than movie chemistry in the room as they read.
Ed Zwick recalled the moment with vivid clarity. During his interview, he thus noted, how the actors’ chemistry was palpable, electric, and undeniable. However, despite this undeniable spark between Brad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrow, the actress’ age led to her being cast aside for the role of Susannah, which eventually went to Julia Ormond.
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But what happened on the set ofLegends of the Fall, became a compelling tale of their real-life romance, asBrad Pitt and Gwyneth Paltrowsparked headlines for officially dating each other in 1994. Although the actress lost her role to Julia Ormond, Paltrow bagged Pitt and turned her intense and almost otherworldly on-set chemistry into a personal bond.
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The undeniable chemistry betweenGwyneth Paltrowand Brad Pitt did not fade with the casting decision. Instead, it blossomed into a real-life romance. The two stars began dating shortly after their on-set encounter, and their relationship quickly became the talk of Hollywood. Despite not being a part ofLegends of the Fall, the Oscar-winning actress accompanied Pitt at the film’s premiere.
Although this particular appearance stunned fans, as it marked the couple’s official relationship, director Ed Zwick noted that he wasn’t shocked to see Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Pitt together. In fact, he told the outlet during the interview how it seemed like the real-life extension of what he had witnessed on set, during the stars’ read-through.
When I saw them together months later at our premiere, I wasn’t surprised.
From 1994 to 1997,Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Pittwere a glamorous, high-profile couple, making headlines and captivating fans with their public appearances. Their relationship was a whirlwind of red carpets, exclusive events, and the kind of intense media scrutiny that only high-profile couples can experience. Eventually, the duo parted ways in 1997 and still managed to remain respectful and amicable, ever since.
Legends of the Fallis currently available to watch on Netflix.
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