Jacob could’ve been an ideal partner for Bella, but he never had a chance.
Well, how can we not reminisce with a sense of whimsy about one of the most beautiful quandaries to ever grace pop culture? Fans of The Twilight Saga, can you believe the fervor of Team Edward versus Team Jacob still ignites fiery discussions among aficionados even today? Sure, some might chuckle at the intense arguments that used to fill online forums and school hallways regarding who was better for Bella now, but we all remember how intense it was back then.
The saga portrays Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson), the enigmatic yet handsome vampire, and Jacob Black (Taylor Lautner), the passionate werewolf, as polarizing prospects for Bella’s (Kristen Stewart) heart. Their love triangle ignited not only our imaginations but also urged the saga’s actors to take sides in this amorous rivalry.
In an interesting revelation, Pattinson said that he would choose Edward because he was “wealthier.”
Who would Robert Pattinson choose: Edward or Jacob?
The Team Jacob vs. Team Edward debate has been a hot topic among fans of The Twilight Saga for years. Just like Bella Swan had to choose between the vampire Edward Cullen and the werewolf Jacob Black, fans were also split into two separate camps, passionately arguing over who is a better match for Bella.
While Edward may have ended up with Bella (Kristen Stewart) in the end, many fans believe that Jacob would have been the ideal choice for her. During a chat with ET, Robert Pattinson, who played Edward, even admitted that Jacob is “a good catch”.
However, when asked if he would want his sister to date Edward or Jacob, The Batman star, 38, jokingly replied that Edward is “wealthier”, showing a humorous side to the debate. But that prompted the interviewer, who might not have been pleased with his answer, to add another snide remark:
But why did Bella ultimately choose Edward over Jacob? It’s not because of money or status; Edward’s protective nature and desire to keep Bella safe played a big role in their relationship. He even left her in The Twilight Saga: New Moon to ensure her safety and give her a chance at a normal human life. Edward wanted Bella to experience everything life has to offer before committing to a vampire existence with him.
On the other hand, Jacob seems like a more reasonable choice for Bella. He is warm, cheerful, and supportive of her goals, encouraging her to pursue her dreams. However, Jacob is not without his flaws. He can be manipulative and demanding, especially when it comes to his feelings for Bella. In Eclipse, Jacob’s behavior becomes childish & controlling, causing tension between him and Bella.
Taylor Lautner Discussed the Edward vs. Jacob Debate
Taylor Lautner discusses the toll that the Edward vs. Jacob debate had on him & Robert Pattinson during an interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast. The Home Team actor claimed that it was “awkward at times” to have “10,000 girls booing Rob” but cheering him on and vice versa:
I think it was awkward at times for the two of us to be standing together on a balcony and having 10,000 girls booing Rob but then cheering for me but then this half booing me and cheering [for Rob], but then we having to have some sort of friendship. It was difficult.
Both Lautner and Pattinson’s careers had quite different starts before they started working on Twilight. With his roles in Cheaper by the Dozen 2 and Robert Rodriguez’s The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D, Lautner gained fame as a child actor. However, Pattinson had already briefly dabbled in major franchises, like Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
Evolving into an indie film sensation, standout performances in critically acclaimed films like Good Time, The Lighthouse, and High Life, Pattinson has irrefutably expanded his range. Moreover, by donning the iconic cape of Bruce Wayne in The Batman, he has maintained mainstream reputation with blockbuster prestige.
