Thanks for contacting us. An excerpted version follows: Im going to say some stories. The song I Will Always Love You almost wasnt. I said Guys, I think we had it the first time. That it was really, and that ended up being the poster. "And he did.". Rocco Papa is a writer and editor from New York City. Whitney Houston was said to be declining in terms of her popularity when her name came up as a possible co-star/romantic partner for Kevin Costner in The Bodyguard, It was. Sources say the attraction between the two A-listers was immediate after meeting on the set of the film, which features Costner as the bodyguard of Whitneys pop star. You wait for a face like that, for a smile like that, for a presence like that for a lifetime. I told everyone that I had taken notice that Whitney was black. Whitney if you could hear me now I would tell you, you werent just good enough you were great. It sure looked like any fears Houston had about stepping into her first film were proven to be unfounded. "I was reminded that this would be her first acting role," he said. It would settle on a recoup of the investment, along with a decent profit, as the film made $264 million. The Bodyguard VHS, 1993 BRAND NEW FACTORY SEALED! I can also see her in trouble, too. Houstons first film part had great expectations. "I don't know if those letters were ever read.". Houston performed a lot of songs on that soundtrack as well, going back to her gospel roots. It turns out that Kevin Costner and company actually got some pushback over the Bodyguard poster, namely because Whitney Houston wasnt visible. "The church was what we knew. Houston's acting was praised by some reviewers and the film did very well at the box office. Looking back at the film, Forbes states that the film did more harm than good for Costner's career, despite the fact that the end product really wasn't all that bad. Then, boldly, you stepped into the white-hot light of the world stage, and what you did is the rarest of achievements. But another aspect of the film which was rather beautiful, was the close friendship that developed between co-stars Kevin and Whitney. So off you go, Whitney, off you go . Kevin Costners revelation about The Bodyguards poster comes after the movie recently celebrated its whopping 30th anniversary. I wanted to impart a bit of the Whitney that I knew, and maybe people could think about her in a different way.. In addition, according to Far Out Magazine, The Shawshank Redemption had delays of its own, which made delaying the project even longer for Costner impossible. ", Choking up at the end, he added: "Off you go Whitney, off you go. It just caught [Houston] at a really high moment or actually created a high moment for her. Tom Cruise was another major name considered for the role. The only problem was I thought she was perfect for what we were trying to do . Although A-list actors get the best scripts in Hollywood, this can make things that much more stressful, especially when it comes to choosing the right film. Who Is Halestorm's Leading Lady, Lzzy Hale? However, she wanted to start with smaller roles, telling Rolling Stone: "I never thought I'd be co-starring with Kevin Costner! In the past, every hit we shared with pure joy. She had gone home and that was her double, and her head was buried into my shoulder, which was appropriate anyway. Restaurateur Cindys publicist and a waitress at her Pasadena eatery each claimed Kevin came on to them in the early 90s. . I have only myself to blame for the fact were not together, says the Dances with Wolves hunk. As he shared: Later: They didnt like it at first because you couldnt see Whitneys face. The patina of cosmetic paint was perhaps an apt metaphor for how the megastar masked her insecurities. I wrote em down because I didnt want to miss anything. And when you sing before Him, dont you worry youll be good enough. I loved her very much. I was writing [my eulogy] on the plane, in the limo, in bed. The words provide the chemistry in a way., The Bodyguard: Watch Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner's electric chemistry in, Who is Robyn Crawford? Fun Facts About The Rock Star, These Female Artists Have Cited Madonna As An Influence, 8 Times Musicians Had To Perform Live With Each Other Against Their Will, What Happened Between Brittany Snow And Tyler Stanaland, Siegfried And Roy's Love Lives Were Extremely Private, Sparking Relationship Rumors, Jordan Peele's Wife Wouldn't Talk About Him In Public, Here's The Sad Reason Why, Robin Williams' Widow Susan Schneider Says The Actor Was Completely Different At Home, Harry Jowsey Is Dating Yet Another Reality TV Personality. Her second album included the worldwide hit "I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)" and once again took Houston to the top of the charts. "I can see her in my own mind running around here as a skinny little girl knowing everyone, everyone's business, knowing every inch of this place. The poster for 1992s The Bodyguard starring Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston. Brenda Alexander 10/24/2022. The movie starred Costner as ex Secret Service agent Frank Farmer, who is assigned to serve as a bodyguard for singer Rachel Marron, played by Whitney. The poster for the 1992 film sees Costners bodyguard carrying Whitney's pop star Rachel Marron out of a nightclub, after a riot breaks out at a show. Costner and Whitney remained close friends for years, and he even spoke at her funeral in 2012. The Bodyguard is currently available to rent in places like Amazon, and there was a remake in development. This story has been shared 107,476 times. Now the only ones who sing your songs are young girls like you who are dreaming of being you some day. Despite being the perfect candidate, Costner was ultimately forced to pass on the role of Andy to shepherd Waterworld to completion," Far Out writes. Her debut album had a string of hit singles and won several awards. He loves music and is obsessed with pop culture. Still, sources insist Kevin never stopped carrying the torch for Whitney and even reached out to her in letters during the drug struggles that claimed her life in 2012. Costner, though, has credited Lawrence Kasdan's script for easing the way into their friendship. Costner then held up a mirror in front of Houston, to which she saw her makeup running down her face. "Whitney, if you could hear me now, I would tell you: You werent just good enough. "We both grew up in a Baptist church. Never miss a story sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. She sang the first part of it a cappella and musically the world was never the same.". He offered his perspective at the time, saying: I picked that picture out because my friend Ben Glass took itI sent it to Warner Brothers and I go, Theres the poster. Because it was so evocative. We've seen several actors regret their choices. Am I pretty enough? "[It was a] very funny, acidic kind of relationship that was unique," he previously told Entertainment Weekly of the script. Information about your device and internet connection, like your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Yahoo websites and apps. Kevin Costner took the duty of creating her eulogy with the utmost importance. Of course, four minutes in, Houston's makeup job was streaking; the singer was devastated. My wife and I flew into New York on a Friday night, and the next day we went to the funeral. When The Bodyguard was released, Houston's star rose even higher. So what am I talking about? It was on set that she first met her co-star in the ", Aware of the scrutiny she would get as a popstar becoming a Hollywood star, much like Madonna, she worried that "people would dog me before they gave me the opportunity to do the job.". 'Bangerz' Was A Party, But It Also Gave Miley Cyrus A Mature Look At Love, Co-writer Oren Yoel looks back on 'Adore You,' Miley's major leap into adulthood, and the album's legacy a decade on, From Clubs And Counter-Culture, A Queer Rap Renaissance Emerged In New York, A decade ago, they always seemed to be at the same parties. At the time, he was already accused of an affair with London-based hat-check girl Sheri Stewart while shooting Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves in 1990. And with so many people out there currently thinking about Whitney Houstons legacy and struggles thanks to her recent biopic, smart money says that the 1992 drama is going to be getting plenty of re-watches. It wasnt as big as this. Tom Holland was guilty of passing on 1917, while Matthew McConaughey rejected Guardians of the Galaxy, in favor of a role he thought would become a franchise in itself with, The Dark Tower but we all know that didn't happen. Cinemablend is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. . But it was not a flop.". But thats actually not the case, as the Yellowstone actor explained to EW: That wasnt even Whitney actually. Take Eddie Murphy, as the comedian turned down roles in both Who Framed Reoger Rabbit, and Ghostbusters. You will receive a verification email shortly. You made the picture what it was. Wet Wet Wet The 64-year-old actor said: "[Whitney] had gone home and that was her double, and her head was buried into my shoulder, which was appropriate anyway. Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston had a close bond and friendship that blossomed from their time working on the film "The Bodyguard" in 1992. England Dan & John Ford Coley You sang the whole damn song without a band. She was recently honored with a biopic titled Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody (read the reviews here), but as far as movies go shes perhaps best known for her acclaimed performance in The Bodyguard. "The Whitney I knew, despite her success and worldwide fame, still wondered: Am I good enough? Nobody ever said it out loud, but it was a fair question. With director Kevin Reynolds in place, Waterworld finally got its release in late-July of 1995. The screen test was done to prove to everyone else that Houston was right for the role. Will they like me?' McQueen had been replaced by Ryan O'Neal, whom Ross was dating at the time. ""It was a disappointment in relation to cost, a cautionary tale, and one of the last purely practical mega-movies. ", Related: What We Know About the Whitney Houston Biopic. '", Related: How Dolly Parton Made And Spent The Royalties From Whitney Houston's 'I Will Always Love You'. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. "He said: 'I promise you I will not let you fall. Escorted by an army of angels to your heavenly father. In 1995, she starred in the film Waiting to Exhale, where she also took part in the film's soundtrack, contributing three songs. And people didn't just like you Whitney, they loved you. When [Whitney died], immediately people were on the airwaves talking about it. What Happened Between Kevin Costner And Whitney Houston? The 64-year-old actor made the surprising revelation about the 1992 flick explaining that he was carrying one of Whitney's body doubles after she'd left the set for the day. "That wasnt even Whitney actually, Costner told Entertainment Weekly of the little known secret. [Applause.]. Also, actress Christine -Dennard claimed he was -bedding her during his -marriage to Cindy, as did a beautiful Boston public relations pro. You werent just pretty you were as beautiful as a woman could be. I know many at this moment are thinking, Really? [Laughter from the audience.] Michael Ferguson/PHOTOlink.net Newscom/Mega Agency. Your mother and I had a lot in common. Nearly three months after her death, Kevin Costner emotionally reveals their close relationship with an interview with Parade. This film marked the entry of Whitney Houston into the cinema. Maybe some of them you know; maybe some of them you dont. The film would go on to gross more than $400 million at the worldwide box office, and the diamond-selling soundtrack spawned Houston's game-changing rendition of [article id="1679201"]"I Will Always Love You,"[/article] the best-selling single of all time. Light of the investment, along with a decent profit, as the comedian turned down roles in who... 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