Robert Bogue, best known for portraying Steve Haines in Grand Theft Auto V, has revealed that he tried extensively to return to Rockstar Games’ biggest franchise. According to the actor, he auditioned for more than 60 different roles during the development of Grand Theft Auto VI, but never heard back from the studio.
Speaking about the experience, Bogue described the situation as “very discouraging,” explaining that despite submitting audition after audition, Rockstar never contacted him again regarding any of the roles.
Steve Haines became one of GTA 5’s most memorable supporting characters thanks to his manipulative personality and his role as a corrupt FIB agent. Because of that, many fans expected Bogue could eventually return to the series in a different role, especially given Rockstar’s history of casting actors from previous games.
However, Bogue’s comments suggest that even actors who have already worked with Rockstar are not guaranteed another opportunity. The studio is known for keeping its casting process extremely secretive, often holding multiple rounds of auditions under strict confidentiality agreements.
The revelation also offers a rare glimpse into the scale of GTA 6’s production. Auditioning for more than 60 separate roles highlights just how extensive Rockstar’s casting process may have been while building what is expected to be one of the largest games ever produced.
Rockstar Games has not commented on Bogue’s statement, and the company rarely discusses casting decisions publicly. As a result, it’s unknown which characters he auditioned for or why none of the roles ultimately moved forward.
With GTA 6 continuing to generate enormous anticipation, stories like this provide fans with an interesting behind-the-scenes look at the years-long development process and the highly competitive casting that helped shape the game’s world.
FAQ
Who is Robert Bogue?
Robert Bogue is the actor who portrayed Steve Haines, the corrupt FIB agent, in Grand Theft Auto V.
How many GTA 6 roles did Robert Bogue audition for?
According to the actor, he auditioned for more than 60 different roles during GTA 6’s development.
Did Rockstar Games contact him after the auditions?
What did Robert Bogue say about the experience?
He described the situation as “very discouraging” after going through dozens of auditions without receiving a response.
Has Rockstar commented on his claims?
No. Rockstar Games has not publicly commented on Bogue’s statement.
