And one last update on the whole Victoria recasting thing...

I think this is so sad. I know there are lots of dynamics and sides of the entertainment biz, but I think it sucks. Victoria's story arc is for 3 of the 4 Twilight books (and of course movies) and they cut her after 2 of them and right before the 3rd where her character finally reaches the big 'battle' that has been building up the whole time. If I was her I would feel like my baby had been snatched from me. Think of how attached you would be. And the cast is such a big family. They all get along so well. Anyway - I wish they would have kept her. It is interesting to wonder why they recast her. I think she did a really good job and it certainly can't be only because of a 10 day overlap in shooting.

Here is her statement about the situation...

Rachelle Lefevre ‘Stunned’ Over ‘Eclipse’ Recasting

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Summit Entertainment announced the replacement of “Twilight Saga” star Rachelle Lefevre in the series’ third film, “Eclipse,” on Tuesday night – and fans weren’t the only ones surprised by the news — Rachelle was shocked as well!

“I was stunned by Summit’s decision to recast the role of Victoria for ‘Eclipse,’” Rachelle said in a statement to Access Hollywood.

On Tuesday, Summit announced that Bryce Dallas Howard would be taking on the role in “Eclipse,” due in May 2010.

“I was fully committed to the ‘Twilight’ saga, and to the portrayal of Victoria,” Rachelle continued, explaining the turn of events that led to the casting change. “I turned down several other film opportunities and, in accordance with my contractual rights, accepted only roles that would involve very short shooting schedules. My commitment to ‘Barney’s Version’ is only ten days. Summit picked up my option for ‘Eclipse.’ Although the production schedule for ‘Eclipse’ is over three months long, Summit said they had a conflict during those ten days and would not accommodate me. Given the length of filming for ‘Eclipse,’ never did I fathom I would lose the role over a 10 day overlap. I was happy with my contract with Summit and was fully prepared to continue to honor it. Summit chose simply to recast the part.”

The star concluded her statement with a regretful tone.

“I am greatly saddened that I will not get to complete my portrayal of Victoria for the ‘Twilight’ audience. This is a story, a theatrical journey and a character that I truly love and about which I am very passionate. I will be forever grateful to the fan support and loyalty I’ve received since being cast for this role, and I am hurt deeply by Summit’s surprising decision to move on without me. I wish the cast and crew of ‘Eclipse’ only the very best,” she said.

Rachelle will appear in the series’ next film, “New Moon,” due Nov. 20.

{via accesshollywood.com}