Matthew Lillard is an active Hollywood actor known for his roles in the Five Nights at Freddy’s franchise and Scream, among others. In a recent interview, he revealed that he auditioned four times for the villainous role of Negan in The Walking Dead and was briefly considered for the part before it went to Jeffrey Dean Morgan. Lillard acknowledged that while he would have brought a different style to the character, he respects Morgan’s portrayal. Ultimately, both actors found success in their respective roles.
