Brian Cox Unwittingly Joins ‘Life of Jesus Podcast’ for Fox News
Brian Cox, a renowned actor and Golden Globe winner, found himself unwittingly involved in Fox News Audio’s upcoming podcast, “The Life of Jesus.” This revelation comes after he recorded his voice as the Almighty in a project dating back to 2010.
Background of the Project
Cox’s voice was originally part of “The Truth & Life Dramatized Audio Bible: New Testament,” created by Ignatius Press. Gulfstream Studios licensed this work for adaptation into the podcast, a move that caught several original contributors by surprise.
Announcement and Details
Fox News Audio revealed the podcast will consist of 52 episodes, set to premiere on Sunday, November 30, under the Fox Faith brand. Ainsley Earhardt from “Fox & Friends” will host the series.
- Key Contributors:
- Brian Cox as the voice of God
- Kristen Bell as Mary Magdalene
- Sean Astin as Matthew
- Neal McDonough as Jesus
- Malcolm McDowell as Caiaphas
- Julia Ormond as Mary, Mother of God
- Narration by John Rhys-Davies
The collaboration had not been clearly communicated to all participants. Bell’s representative stated she did not authorize Fox’s use of her work. Similarly, Rhys-Davies expressed surprise upon learning of the network’s involvement in the project.
Additional Context
“The Truth & Life Dramatized Audio Bible” is still available for purchase on the Ignatius online store. Notably, it features a foreword by the late Pope Benedict XVI, adding to its significance.
This unexpected partnership between Gulfstream Studios and Fox News raises questions about licensing permissions in creative projects. As the podcast prepares for its debut, reactions from those involved continue to develop.
