Ben Barnes Relieved Rob Pattinson Beat Him for Role of Edward Cullen

‘I would loathe to be Robert Pattinson, and I know he struggles with the attention,’ he says, revealing that he was once in the running for Pattinson’s role as Edward Cullen in Twilight. ‘The director announced that it was Robert or me… I’m slightly relieved it was him.’

Now I'm wondering if Ben also had to do the 'make out' scene with Kristen!
Well at least the final was between british actors!!

If you are interesting, you can read the full article about Ben Barnes here: This
is London, Evening Standard

Via strictlyrobpattinson

Comment by Fe Pattz on October 1, 2010 at 3:43pm: I love Ben and I also love Rob.. I agree that no one could ever replace Rob as Edward... and I'm also glad that Ben didn't get the role.. the only thing I say for you guys is to give a chance to Ben... try to watch his previous films and you will know how good he is.. I cannt chose between Rob and Ben.. they are different for me.. But I know that bouth are great actors on their own way.. :)

Comment by TeamEdwardForever<333!!=) on October 1, 2010 at 4:12pm: Thank god that Ben didn't get it!!!!!

Comment by Mayra on October 1, 2010 at 9:59pm: I didn't know Ben auditioned for Edward.. this really surprised me. I love Ben to be honest but Rob is the perfect Edward!

Comment by Pennybug Cullen on October 1, 2010 at 11:34pm: I love Ben in the Narnia movies, but I'm glad he didn't get it either. Rob is an amazing Edward. Team Robward!!

Comment by Pennybug Cullen on October 1, 2010 at 11:36pm: I forgot to say: I'm pretty sure he had to do the bed makeout scene with Kristen. Kristen, Rob & Catherine have all said that was the audition scene for all the guys trying out as Edward.