Freddie Mercury & Rod Stewart were considered for David Bowie’s role in Labyrinth

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David Bowie in Labyrinth

A new book offers several other huge names as potential Jareth alternative, NME reports. (15.09.16)

Freddie Mercury and Rod Stewart were considered for the role of Jareth the Goblin King in Labyrinth, which was eventually taken by David Bowie.

New behind-the-scenes book marking 30th anniversary of classic 1986 film reveals director Jim Henson’s original casting suggestions for fright-haired goblin ruler.

– LABYRINTH: THE ULTIMATE VISUAL HISTORY (21 Oct 2016) [AMAZON]

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Labyrinth: The Ultimate Visual History - front cover