Washington DC, Sept. 14 -- Marking the 25th anniversary of her Oscar-nominated breakout performance in 'Almost Famous', Kate Hudson reflected on the iconic role of Penny Lane, according to Deadline.

'Almost Famous' is a 2000 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Cameron Crowe, starring Billy Crudup, Frances McDormand, Kate Hudson, Patrick Fugit, and Philip Seymour Hoffman.

The actress recently recalled that she originally "got the part for Anita," who was ultimately played by Zooey Deschanel, and how she convinced writer/director Cameron Crowe to cast her in the role of Penny Lane.

"And then, Sarah Polley was supposed to play Penny Lane, and Brad Pitt was supposed to play Russell, and then, they fell through. And I was the...