6. Paul Shaffer
Musician Paul Shaffer was offered the role of George Castanza by his good friend Jerry Seinfeld, back in 1989 for a new sitcom he was producing. Because of his uncanny resemblance to actor Larry David, of whom the role is based, Paul wasn’t even required to audition. The part was his to have if he so chose. Paul’s reason for turning down the role was he was too busy leading the band on Late Night With David Letterman, which he’s done for the past 30 years. Paul, who’s accumulated an estimated net worth of $30 million from having composed the opening theme song for Late Night With David Letterman, missed out on an extra $50 million, which is what Jason Alexander is estimated to be worth thanks to Seinfeld‘s success.
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