Conclusion
Iconic roles can bring actors global fame but often at significant personal and professional costs. From typecasting and creative limitations to emotional exhaustion and challenging working conditions, these stars have compelling reasons to move on. By choosing not to revisit these defining characters, actors reclaim control over their careers and shape their legacies on their own terms. Their stories reveal the complexities of fame and the importance of artistic growth. For more on the challenges actors face with iconic roles, visit this Hollywood Reporter feature.