“Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks are just such a jewel of a fit in that. “I’d been offered Sleepless in Seattle, but couldn’t do it,” she said. She’s best known for her stellar performances in notable films like Pretty Woman, Steel Magnolias, My Best Friend’s Wedding and Erin Brockovich. However, the 46-year-old actress recently revealed there was almost another popular film added to her long list of credits – Sleepless in Seattle.ĭuring an interview with InStyle magazine, Roberts explained why she opted to pass on the starring role in the popular 1993 romantic-comedy film. Julia Roberts is an amazing actress! There’s no denying her talent.