Original Mary Ann
In retrospect, we can all celebrate Dawn Wells’ role on the show. However, she was not the original pick for Mary Ann on the show. Instead, they wanted Raquel Welch, the 1960’s sensation to be cast as Mary Ann. Welch may have saved her future career by turning down the role. As you know, none of the cast members were able to land any huge roles once they became associated with their iconic Gilligan’s Island characters.
Original Mary Ann
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