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Jon Cryer Auditioned for The O.C.'s Sandy Cohen Role
5 Oct
Summary
- Jon Cryer auditioned for the iconic Sandy Cohen role.
- Peter Gallagher was creator Josh Schwartz's ideal choice.
- Cryer later starred in Two and a Half Men.
It's difficult to picture anyone other than Peter Gallagher as Sandy Cohen in the celebrated series The O.C. However, several well-known actors tried out for the role of the public defender and surfing enthusiast.
Creator Josh Schwartz disclosed that Jon Cryer auditioned for Sandy Cohen. Other members of the Brat Pack also read for parts in the show. Cryer did not land the Sandy Cohen role but secured the lead in CBS's Two and a Half Men.
This series premiered in September 2003, just a month after The O.C. debuted on Fox. The role of Sandy Cohen was always envisioned for Peter Gallagher. His impressive filmography, featuring productions by Robert Altman and Steven Soderbergh, significantly influenced Schwartz's decision.
