Support Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen

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We don't know about you, but we felt horrible when we discovered via this article that Robert Pattinson has gotten "bags of mail from angry fans, telling [him] that [he] can't possibly play Edward."
Really.
What have we come to?
Certainly everyone has a right to voice their opinion, but is that really necessary?
The fact of the matter is, there is no human that is perfect for Edward. That's what makes him Edward. And just because some Twilight readers are not 100% pleased with the casting of Edward (which I don't think anyone could ever be -- he's EDWARD -- so this applies to everyone) doesn't make it okay to rip Rob apart.
We know this is going to sound cliche, but Rob is a human. He has feelings too.
The treatment of Rob is not okay.
The Twilight fandom is not about hostility or pettiness or cruelty.
The Twilight fandom is about Twilight.
And now, like it or not, Robert Pattinson has become a part of Twilight.
And so you have a choice.

If you choose to support Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen in the Twilight movie, to encourage him, to have faith in his portrayal of Edward, and to offer him your fandomly love, sign this petition.

We started this petition just to show you how much you really are loved by the fandom, no matter how much hate mail you get!
Everyone signed here loves and supports you and thinks you will do a fantastic job as Edward.
We hope that you find some comfort in a bit of positive feedback, and we can't wait to see you prove all the naysayers wrong!

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# 5,071:

11:29 pm PDT, Aug 26, Anni Larson, Washington
I'm a fan of Robert Pattison, sure. I don't actually care what people think of Robert Pattison playing Edward, but in my opinion, he's too GOOD to play Edward. (Truthfully, I think he was good playing in the Harry Potter movies) Either way, Robert shouldn't listen to what people tell him about not right for the part of Edward. Many actors have been told they're "wrong" for a part, but half the time these actors nail the role! So don't listen to them, Spunk Ransom! (Is that how you spell his nickname?)

# 5,070:

10:16 pm PDT, Aug 26, Name not displayed, Philippines
I've got no qualms about him playing the title role. I hope that he'll be able to prove those fans wrong just as Daniel Craig did for Bond. I wish him the best and more success.

# 5,069:

8:51 pm PDT, Aug 26, Heather McGinnis, Georgia
I love R-patz, because he is Spunk Ransom. Because he created that name on his own. Because he if funny. Because he is sincere. Because he is a great actor. Because he is an AWESOME singer. Because he is beautiful, and it hurts to look at him. Because he is messy. Because he is British. Because when I saw his face and knew he would play Edward Cullen, I finally was able to see Edward Cullen. Yes, for me it was hard to imagine Edward in my head. I've seen beautiful men, but no Edward Cullen. Then I saw Roberts picture.. and there my Edward Cullen stood. I love Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen, and I wish he knew that there was A LOT of people who think he IS as attractive as the beautiful Edward. He is my Edward.

# 5,068:

1:18 pm PDT, Aug 26, MacKenzie Wilson, Tennessee
Holy Freakin CROW! Spunk Ransom is like my hero! i love love love love love love love love love love him! he is amazing for EDWARD CULLEN, and exactly how i pictured him! omg.... i need to stop or i will hypervinalate!!!!!!!!!!

# 5,067:

12:07 pm PDT, Aug 26, Jillian Mari, New York
I actually think he's the only actor in the whole cast that comes anywhere close to the character they are playing. I don't even know if I'll go see the movie because from what I've seen from the trailors, Stewart's acting is not on for Bella. She reads the lines way to confident and doesn't really portray the emotions of a teenager falling in love for the first time correctly. And the Cullen's and Hale's resemble elegant models, which certainly isn't the case for the actors (not that they aren't good-looking). Unfortunately, Robert was the only thing the casting director did right.

# 5,066:

10:10 am PDT, Aug 26, Chelsea Rouse, United Kingdom
He makes a good Edward. In my opinion, they couldn't have done better. And, to be quite honest, people that aren't liking him. Well, what can they do about it? It's the pro's who make the choices and they made a good choice cos' they're pro's.

# 5,065:

2:14 pm PDT, Aug 25, Marina Palos, Nevada
Robert is extremely talented, how can anyone argue otherwise? and have you heard him sing..anyone who can sing with that amount of passion deserves some major respect!

# 5,064:

8:05 am PDT, Aug 25, Name not displayed, Canada
I love him because he does fantastic roles.And as you said, No One can be Edward because he is inhumanly perfect. But Rob IS human. But in my mind He does look like Edward. I bet he is going to do a fantastic Job!

# 5,063:

5:30 am PDT, Aug 25, Hannah Lavin, United Kingdom
I agree that no-one could be cast as Edward (I mean, come on, he's said to be a perfect looking person) that would please everyone. I was really excited to see Rob cast as Edward, I think he's really good for it and I loved him in HP4 so I was happy with it. I think there's no point complaining when you know you can't change the fact that they chose him (: Stephenie Meyer is happy, + it's really her pov that counts. He's pretty much awesome + his american accent (imo) is pretty convincing. + he's obviously cute. (:

# 5,062:

11:03 pm PDT, Aug 24, Devin Gove, Utah
Cause hes insanly hott and very deep well thats what he seems like too me and i think he's perfect to play Edward!! the other actors that people have wanted to play Edward all look to emo! ewww.. and he looks perfect to me! and the writer of the book seem to be fine with it really only her opion matters cause she see things that look like edward in him apparently! :]

# 5,061:

8:34 pm PDT, Aug 24, Mara Ranson, New Jersey
I have full faith in RPAttz! Just look at his crooked smile! =]

# 5,060:

7:08 pm PDT, Aug 24, Caitlan Johnson, New Mexico
I can't believe people are protesting Rob's roll as Edward!!!! I think Robert Pattinson is absolutely PERFECT for the job! Rob looks exactly like the Edward I pictured when I was reading Twilight. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but we don't have to tear poor Rob apart by protesting his roll as Edward.

# 5,059:

4:53 pm PDT, Aug 24, Jaime Ray, North Carolina
To be honest, I wasn't really sold on R.P. as Edward until I saw the first trailer. But the second I saw it I was like "that's my Edward." He captured Edward's mystery and charisma. Besides, he's just amazingly delicious...*sigh*

# 5,058:

4:39 pm PDT, Aug 24, Giuliana Molinaro, Washington
*sigh* I JUST THINK HE'S SMOKING HOTT!!!

# 5,057:

2:11 pm PDT, Aug 24, Jessie McGuffin, Kentucky
Robert Pattinson is perfect for the role of Edward. He was almost the exact image of Edward in my mind. He is good looking and has a fierceness to him that makes him perfect for the role. Not many actors can be that serious and still look hot. And that smile...priceless

# 5,056:

11:35 am PDT, Aug 24, Jessica Butterfield, United Kingdom
at first i didnt think that r pattz was going to do that well at playing Edward cullen. but i got use to the idea. now i absulutly adore him. it is horrible to think that people are sending hate mail to him. he must feel awful about it. if i was an actree and fans were sending me hate mail i would feel awful. there is no need for it! support Robert Pattinson!!!!

# 5,055:

9:58 am PDT, Aug 24, Gemma Brown, United Kingdom
i think he's PERFECT for the part. good looking-check. pale-check. bronze hair-check. crooked smile-check. hot again-check. good actor-CHECK. what more could go wrong?

# 5,054:

9:49 am PDT, Aug 24, Carmen Talbot, United Kingdom
Simply, he is perfect for the role of Edward Cullen. Perfect and so talented! Anyone who is not happy with him as the choice is insane! Robert Pattinson is so sexy.

# 5,053:

9:25 am PDT, Aug 24, Name not displayed, Kansas
I believe Rob can do it! I think he is the PERFECT man for this role. I have no doubt in him. He has my full support. I know he will dazzle us in his preformance. Those who say so otherwise dont know what theyre talking about. The movie hasnt even come out yet! I could not have imagined a better actor to play Edward than Robert Pattinson.

# 5,052:

6:03 am PDT, Aug 24, Rosario Marusso, Argentina
I love him cause he is a great actor, he works very hard to make the best of each film and he is an amazing person. That's why I love that he plays Edward Cullen in Twilight film =)

# 5,051:

10:54 pm PDT, Aug 23, Sara Faris, California
ahhh! whats NOT to love about rpattz?!?! i dont have much time to write everything i need to say, but this should sum it up: SPUNK RANSOM IS THE BEST EDWARD SUMMIT ENTERTAINMENT COULD HAVE FOUND. (:

# 5,050:

10:35 pm PDT, Aug 23, Carrie-Anne Hein, Canada
Rob Pattinson has shown in his wide range of movies that he can be dominant, intimidating, passive, and sensitive . All the qualities needed to play Edward. He will do a great job playing him and he'll convince everyone of it when it comes out Nov 21. I hope to see him in all 4 movies to come....and I'm also sure If I had seen him across the cafeteria when I was in High school with his piercing eyes contageous laugh and gorgeaous smile, I would have fallen in love too. I will be at the movie opening night cheering him on!

# 5,049:

9:31 pm PDT, Aug 23, Name not displayed, Georgia
when i first read twilight, i did not picture robert pattinson as edward, but now that ive seen his face and reread the books, he fits the part...totallysexy!!!

# 5,048:

2:24 pm PDT, Aug 23, Juliana Philippi, Brazil
I honestly think that we couldn't have better Edward. When i saw he was the one playing him, I loved It!!

# 5,047:

1:04 pm PDT, Aug 23, Name not displayed, Germany
First I have to tell u, that the first time I saw Robert was in the 4th movie of Harry Potter...(It didn´t have to be said, that I dislike the role of Cedric Diggory by the way.) When I saw the trailer of TWILIGHT, which was showed on MTV, I remembered him and I´m being honest: I couldn´t possibly imagine someone else to be Edward. The scence with him so far are very good! The whole movie made me red the book(s) a couple of times. I´m sure that everybody has over images of edward in front of their eyes, BUT u can´t do it like everyone like it to be.

# 5,046:

4:31 am PDT, Aug 23, Claudia Ara�jo, Portugal
Omg, robert pattinson is soo perfect for this role and idk why people are so angry about that, really!

# 5,045:

6:41 pm PDT, Aug 22, Name not displayed, Canada
If you have seen harry potter and the Goblet of fire you know he is more than qualifed to play such a complex role in such a story as twilight.

# 5,044:

2:50 pm PDT, Aug 22, Dominique W, New Mexico
He's beautiful, for 1 and from what I've seen in the trailer for the movie, it looks like he can REALLY pull off the Edward intensity! I'm more than words can described satisfied that Rob is playing Edward. Like the article said, Edward is perfect and NO ONE can play him exactly, but Robert Pattinson is the BEST choice for what our world has to offer!!! TEAM EDWARD!!!

# 5,043:

2:44 pm PDT, Aug 22, Ara Martin, Philippines
i couldnt imagine anyone else to play the role of edward in the movie. go rob!

# 5,042:

2:26 pm PDT, Aug 22, Krys Vanrheen, Oregon

# 5,041:

2:05 pm PDT, Aug 22, Sarah Elston, Canada
I love love LOVE Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen. He is absolutely perfect, and exactly how I imagined Edward to be. The hating needs to stop because if you are truly a Twilight Saga lover, then you will not criticize Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen. TEAM SPUNK RANSOM FOR LIFE! ♥

# 5,040:

12:51 pm PDT, Aug 22, Daniel Ku, Taiwan
he's great for edward. he has that vampire-ish quality to pull off the role. some of the choices suggested by those fangirls are just absurd. do those people really understand the character at all?

# 5,039:

11:31 am PDT, Aug 22, Kelly Richards, Illinois
I Love him becasue he is soooo perfect for the role why would anyone do such a thing that sooo mean i loove him because he is excatly who i pictures edward!!!! he is so cute and he is soo perfect for the role

# 5,038:

10:03 am PDT, Aug 22, Mallory Gisclair, Louisiana
I think he's a great actor and when I first read the Twilight and saw the trailor with him as Edward he's almost exactly how I pictured Edward...And I'm looking forward to the movie....

# 5,037:

9:35 pm PDT, Aug 21, Wendy N, Canada
When I first viewed the movie trailer I was somewhat disappointed with Rob playing Edward but the more I watched the trailers I was convinced. You just have to look into his eyes and how he looks at Bella - it's mesmerizing! I'm now a strong supporter and can't wait for movie.

# 5,036:

5:12 pm PDT, Aug 21, Rachael Veach, Indiana
i think that you are right that no one could ever be Edward, but i do think that Rob is a great Edward and that he should play that character. I also think that anyone who is petty enough to send latters to him is very dumb and childish. i think that he should not worry about it and keep on playin Edward for as many movies that are made. HE'S GREAT.

# 5,035:

9:14 am PDT, Aug 21, Name not displayed, United Kingdom
i'm glad that robert's playing edward because edward's this amazing, beautiful man and robert fits that criteria. so don't bully him

# 5,034:

3:20 am PDT, Aug 21, Name not displayed, Massachusetts
He isn't a bad guy and I think he'll do fine. He isn't my dream Edward but hey.

# 5,033:

11:30 pm PDT, Aug 20, Georgia Wilson, Australia
Because he is a good actor and people are stupid not to like him whats not to like?

# 5,032:

10:02 pm PDT, Aug 20, Name not displayed, California
BECAUSE HE BRINGS EDWARD TO LIFE!

# 5,031:

8:34 pm PDT, Aug 20, Jackie F, Texas
No one can perfectly portray Edward, but hate-mail is wayyyyyy overboard!

# 5,030:

8:02 pm PDT, Aug 20, Faith Hope Love Connors, New York
He is perfect for the role of Edward Cullen. enough said.

# 5,029:

3:46 pm PDT, Aug 20, Catherine Catrone, New York
Robert Pattinson is the best! He totally deserves this part.

# 5,028:

2:37 pm PDT, Aug 20, Name not displayed, Arizona
I like him very much and his eyes are very beautiful. I think he's a really good actor. I really can't imagine somebody else play as Edward Cullen.

# 5,027:

11:22 am PDT, Aug 20, Nichole Alavrez, California
I think he is a very talented actor and this role he will prove himself and his craft even more. Remember a honest positive voice is louder then a room full of angry negitave voices. Take care of eachother. thank you Nichole

# 5,026:

10:41 am PDT, Aug 20, Siara C, New Jersey
I love him I think he's perfect!!!! I dream about him everynight. He is so handsome and super talented. Can't wait to see the movie!!!! I love you Rob!!

# 5,025:

8:45 am PDT, Aug 20, Name not displayed, Texas
His personality, hands down! What other male actor have u seen in interviews who is really charismatic (and i don't mean fake charisma some actressess show)? He tends to be awkward at times, forget the question asked, and laughs at jokes that he makes...if that is not perfection to the greatest extent, then i earnestly plead, WHAT IS?

# 5,024:

9:51 pm PDT, Aug 19, Oana Nae, Romania
He is the real Edward I can't hardly wait until the movie

# 5,023:

6:03 pm PDT, Aug 19, Adira Polite, Tennessee
Robert Pattinson is the BEST Edward I can think of. He's GORGEOUS! He fits my idea of Edward perfectly, and from the trailers, I think he's a great actor, too. All of you who are making him feel badly about his awesomeness, stop. ROBERT PATTINSON/ EDWARD CULLEN rocks!!

# 5,022:

3:48 pm PDT, Aug 19, Molly Mck, Alaska
HES AMAZING!!!!

# 5,021:

9:52 am PDT, Aug 19, Renee Gardner, Massachusetts
He fits Edward Cullen's description very well!

# 5,020:

11:19 pm PDT, Aug 18, Megan Shaver, Colorado
I can't imagine anyone else playing the role of Edward.

# 5,019:

5:26 pm PDT, Aug 18, Kayla Paterson, New Hampshire
Robert Pattinson is amazing amazing amazing! Im speechless, over the edge of just breathless whenever i see hime! Love you P-Pattz!!!!

# 5,018:

5:16 pm PDT, Aug 18, Lucy Tripp, United Kingdom
Because he is a brilliant actor and the perfect Edward - I think anyone who is ridiculous enough to suggest Robert IS Diggory has a very closed mind and an inability to see actors as seperate entities to the characters they portray! For me the casting of him as Edward couldn't have been more perfect - he fits the character and then some!

# 5,017:

12:12 pm PDT, Aug 18, Name not displayed, Florida
cause he sexyyy i love him (:

# 5,016:

10:46 am PDT, Aug 18, Clare Kibyuk, Canada
Any guy who has the guts to take on the role of Edward Cullen deserves to play this role. Watching his portrayal of Edward gives me goosebumps, he's so close to what I imagined. And he pulls that crooked smile off so well!

# 5,015:

5:03 am PDT, Aug 18, Tammy Flores, Venezuela
I love Robert as edward!!! He's so cute, and I think he's perfect for the role! Cheers Twilight Lovers!

# 5,014:

11:46 pm PDT, Aug 17, Name not displayed, Philippines
he's cool:] i dint like him at first but..u know..it grew on me..he's starting to really be edward now..

# 5,013:

10:24 pm PDT, Aug 17, Seng Yang, Minnesota
He is the perfect edward cullen. period. theres no need for more.

# 5,012:

6:21 pm PDT, Aug 17, Aureli Mart�nez, Spain
Robert is the perfect Edward. Is a big actor.

# 5,011:

2:48 am PDT, Aug 17, Katie Gibbs, California
I love Robert Pattinson!! there is no one that could be more perfect for this role!!!

# 5,010:

12:13 am PDT, Aug 17, Monica May, California
Robert Pattinson has incredible screen presence that instantly draws in the audience. He has an amazing ability to be a believable character. He will be an excellent Edward simply because of his devotion to the art form of acting.

# 5,009:

5:37 pm PDT, Aug 16, Name not displayed, California
He's really trying his very best to be Edward Cullen and can do a lot better without people sending hate mail to him. Rob seems so sincere all the time and will definitely be a great Edward, no, he IS Edward Cullen. :Team Edward:

# 5,008:

4:16 pm PDT, Aug 16, Name not displayed, Arizona
I dont remember Rob in harry Potter so I am excited to see Twilight. My friend does know his as Cedric. Bummer for her she has preconceived notions. I have watched all 3 trailers several...several times. I think he will do great! I love that he is British. Just adds to the excitement for me. As soon as I saw a couple of the trailers I couldnt think of anyone else for Edward!! Poor Robert hang in there.....There are plenty of us who love you..er Edward...no you....ok both! :-p

# 5,007:

1:26 pm PDT, Aug 16, Melody Massey, West Virginia

# 5,006:

11:11 am PDT, Aug 16, Kim Clarkson, Arizona
You will be a wonderful Edward! Once I saw you in the trailer and heard the voice you were using I said, "Oh, Yes! He is Edward!!"

# 5,005:

10:57 am PDT, Aug 16, Name not displayed, Canada
I think Rob is a awesome actor so my opion is that NO one could ever be as perfect as Edward but he is close enough

# 5,004:

5:09 am PDT, Aug 16, Amanda Hester, Tennessee
I was skeptical about Robert Pattinson as Edward, but after I seen the preview of "Twilight" I was sold. No one in the world could portray "Edward Cullens" better than Robert. He did a wonderful job of bring the Edward from my mind to life. Great job and I look forward to watching Robert Pattison bring Edward to life on the big screen. Thank you

# 5,003:

10:29 pm PDT, Aug 15, Desuana Dubose, Pennsylvania
I like robert because he has a beautiful voice and great actor.

# 5,002:

10:16 pm PDT, Aug 15, Name not displayed, California
rob ur gna do great as edward. i've only watched the twilight trailers, but i think u have done amazing. while reading the book, i did picture someone kinda like you in my head. you DO have the mysterious, handsome vampire thing goin on!!! I SUPPORT ROB PATTINSON ALL THE WAY!!!

# 5,001:

11:01 am PDT, Aug 15, Lauren Frawley, Florida
I really like Rob for the choice of Edward.. After I saw the trailer...i realized that when reading the books (now) that is how i picture him. He'll do a great job!

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