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Boyd Crowder: The Role Walton Goggins Almost Refused
12 Aug
Summary
- Goggins initially rejected the Boyd Crowder role twice.
- Character's racist ideology was altered for the show.
- Timothy Olyphant convinced Goggins to accept the role.
Walton Goggins' iconic portrayal of Boyd Crowder in "Justified" nearly didn't happen. The actor revealed he rejected the role of the complex criminal three times. Goggins was hesitant due to concerns about playing a character with Nazi affiliations. Creator Graham Yost and the writing team adjusted the character's motivation, shifting his white supremacist leanings to be a matter of convenience rather than deep-seated belief.
This pivotal change allowed Goggins to embrace the character. He ultimately accepted the role after a crucial conversation with co-star Timothy Olyphant. The decision proved vital for the series, as Boyd Crowder became a central figure throughout "Justified's" six-season run, demonstrating the impact of creative adjustments on character development.
