Jesse Metcalfe regrets skipping 'Entourage' audition, wishes he had taken the chance

Actor Jesse Metcalfe has expressed regret over declining an audition for the lead role in HBO's iconic series "Entourage," after initially dismissing the script as uninteresting. In a recent interview with People, Metcalfe shared, "I auditioned for Entourage, read the pilot, and thought it was stupid, so I chose not to go. I had no idea what I was missing. That show became legendary, and I genuinely wish I had been part of it." He reflected on this decision, stating, "I missed out on a great opportunity. Sometimes you have to say no, but this was a mistake." The experience taught him humility and the importance of exploring every opportunity, even when unsure. Metcalfe revealed that this lesson has made him more willing to audition for a variety of roles, regardless of his initial impression of the script. If given the chance back then, he would have auditioned for Vincent Chase, the character played by Adrian Grenier, who was the central figure in the series that aired from 2004 to 2011 and inspired a 2015 film. "Entourage," created by Doug Ellin, was inspired by producer Mark Wahlberg's early career, and it garnered critical acclaim, including six Emmy Awards. The cast also inclu...