She initially was replaced by Joan Crawford , who then yielded the role to Rosalind Russell , before newly signed MGM contract player Sullavan finally came on board .
Originally cast as Daisy Heath was Jean Harlow , who died before filming began .
Daisy Heath initially was replaced by Joan Crawford , who then yielded the role to Rosalind Russell , before newly signed MGM contract player Sullavan finally came on board .
Originally cast as Daisy Heath was Jean Harlow , who died before filming began .