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Jamie Lee Curtis is a beloved icon, but even Hollywood royalty faces unexpected twists and turns! In an exclusive interview with People, the actress revealed a surprising detail about how she landed her unforgettable role in the 2003 classic, Freaky Friday. It wasn't a long, drawn-out audition process; in fact, she was brought on board just two days before filming commenced!

“Someone else was in the movie and dropped out,” Curtis explained, highlighting the somewhat chaotic, yet fortunate, circumstances surrounding her casting. This last-minute change created an opportunity for Curtis to step into the shoes of Tess Coleman, a harried and often exasperated mother, opposite a young and vibrant Lindsay Lohan as her daughter, Anna.

Freaky Friday, a reimagining of the 1976 film and the original 1976 novel by Mary Rodgers, follows the hilarious and heartwarming story of a mother and daughter who magically switch bodies. The film was a massive box office success, and Curtis and Lohan’s on-screen chemistry became instantly iconic. Their comedic timing and ability to portray both the frustrations and the underlying love between a mother and daughter resonated with audiences of all ages.

Looking back, Curtis reflects on the serendipitous nature of her involvement.