Remember “Sho-Nuff” From Last Dragon? Who Knew He Died So Young Though?
Samuel Jackson Was Supposed To Play ‘Sho-Nuff’ In Last Dragon Remake?
In October of 2008, Columbia Pictures, along with Berry Gordy’s son, Kerry Gordy, and RZA of the rap group, WuTang, and John Davis- who were all listed as co-producers- were reportedly in the process of remaking The Last Dragon. It was announced after Carry died, that Samuel Jackson was cast to play the role of “Sho-nuff.”
We’re not sure why that production never saw the light of day, but for whatever reason it was canned. It would have been interesting to see Samuel Jackson with ‘the glow’ and fighting off “Bruce Leroy,” but it probably wouldn’t have been the same without Carry’s touch (no diss to Jackson, he’s a helluva actor, but some things just don’t need to be changed).
Actors like Julius Carry will forever be etched into the fabric of our culture and we’re grateful that we were able to have lived in a time to witness him create magic on film and leave a lasting memory in our hearts. May he continue to rest well.
