Meryl Streep On The Subway, 1975
This photo harbors a captivating narrative. Clearly, it captures the acting queen, Meryl Streep, engaged in an activity that might seem unexpected for someone of her caliber – taking the subway. However, in the ’70s when this image was snapped, Streep was merely a hopeful young woman, striving to secure a role in the industry.
According to the tale, if it holds true, this photo was captured after her audition for King Kong, where she was reportedly informed that she wasn’t deemed attractive enough for the role. We’re well aware of the remarkable trajectory her story took afterward. It’s safe to assume that the casting manager may have regretted his assessment in hindsight.