By Guillaume K. | Sports journalist
You would have thought that Jean-Claude Van Damme and Vin Diesel would get along well… They are legends in Hollywood, love action films, they clearly have things in common. But obviously, the hero of the “Fast & Furious” saga would not carry the Belgian in his heart.
Is there a more mystical character than Jean-Claude Van Damme in the world of cinema? If other actors stand out for their singularity, no one will ever reach the level of the Belgian. The proof is that today he is almost better known for his various “philosophical” declarations than for his filmography.
But according to his own words, the situation could have been very different if he had managed to land a role in one of the greatest sagas in history. After starring in the blockbuster “The Expendables 2” in 2012, he almost landed a major role in “Fast & Furious,” like other Hollywood legends.
Vin Diesel refused Jean-Claude Van Damme in “Fast & Furious”!
Seeing him evolve alongside Dwayne Johson or Jason Statham would have been a pleasure for fans and nostalgic people, but unfortunately, Vin Diesel would have vetoed it. In any case, this is what JCVD said in an interview with the British media The Telegraph and taken up by the site Variety… It just goes to show that a resurrected career doesn’t mean much:
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Jean-Claude Van Damme explained in a recent interview that Vin Diesel was not interested in the idea of him joining the “Fast & Furious” franchise. The producers were obviously interested in hiring him, but Diesel reportedly refused. He says: “They wanted me in the ‘Fast & Furious’ saga, but Vin Diesel said: ‘He’s no.’ “.
It may not be great cinema, but the “Fast & Furious” series is still one of the most popular in the world and starring in it is an honor for any actor! Jean-Claude Van Damme could have relaunched his career with a role alongside Vin Diesel, but the latter would have vetoed it with the producers… Too bad, the Belgian already had the car ready.
It’s hard to know why, but Vin Diesel obviously didn’t want to work with Jean-Claude Van Damme in the “Fast & Furious” film series… It’s a shame, since the Belgian would undoubtedly have been excellent in these action-filled scenarios. .
