anthony head shock exit: Buffy star quits Hollywood after $50M Netflix deal implodes
LOS ANGELES — Anthony Head, the iconic Giles from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," has abruptly exited Hollywood after his $50 million Netflix series deal collapsed mid-production, sources confirm. The 70-year-old actor walked away from a lucrative streaming partnership citing creative differences and industry volatility. Head’s sudden departure has roiled talent agencies, with insiders noting a broader trend of veteran actors rejecting star-powered contracts for smaller projects. Net net: Netflix lost a marquee name, but Head gains total creative control.