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Nick Jonas Says He 'Bombed' His Audition for Kristoff in Frozen

This anecdote from the Jonas Brothers' D23 podcast illustrates how a simple lack of preparation can cost an actor a role.

Overview

  • Jonas revealed on the Hey, Jonas! podcast that he auditioned for the role of Kristoff and later told the Frozen cast that he “bombed the audition.”
  • He said he arrived unprepared, telling casting he had no song picked and no sheet music to perform from, which he blamed for the poor tryout.
  • The part ultimately went to Jonathan Groff, who has been credited as Kristoff across the Frozen films and related shorts.
  • The story surfaced during a D23-recorded episode that also featured Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel and Josh Gad and followed the Jonas Brothers being named Disney Legends.
  • Reporters note the anecdote is a light, behind-the-scenes moment about casting logistics and not a change to Frozen’s plans as the franchise prepares for a third film slated for November 2027.