Lee Coleman

Project: Jason Takes Manhattan

For veteran actors, even ones who have been acting for a few years, getting a rejection slip is just another aspect of work they have to deal with. Castings are never truly permanent, and actors can get the boot even after they have been filming for weeks! However, for the newbies in the industry who are seeking their big break, getting fired from a job might feel as if the end for their career. This must have been the case for actor Lee Coleman, who got fired from his first major shot at a starring role.

This was back in 1989 when he was filming for the slasher movie Jason Takes Manhattan. He was supposed to play the role of Sean Robertson, but just a few days into shooting, the production company changed their mind about their investment in the young actor. It may not have been the best introduction to the industry, but we’re sure he learned plenty through the experience.