Eric Kripke revealed that Jensen Ackles originally auditioned for the role of Sam Winchester in Supernatural and that there was no one for Dean.
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One of the most beloved and iconic parts of The CW's Supernatural series is the dynamic shared between the Winchester brothers. While Sam is more responsible and goal-oriented, Dean brings a playful energy to the series that makes them the perfect couple. In addition to the personalities that bring the series to life, Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles are also perfect for the characters they play.
Considering how perfect both actors were in the characters they played, there's no denying that no other actor could have done a better job playing Sam and Dean Winchester. But many fans may not know that the casting was meant to be very different.
Dean Winchester is one of the most iconic characters in television history. Although some know him by his tough exterior and somewhat hostile attitude, fans have grown to know him as the pie-loving goofball who has stolen their hearts for fifteen seasons. While the writers can certainly attribute some of his personality, there's no denying that Jensen Ackles has been mostly responsible for how iconic he's become.
