Paul Rudd Feared Marvel Co-Star Over Career Lie
Hollywood actor Paul Rudd recently revealed a surprising event from his early career during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show. The 56-year-old star, known for his role as Ant-Man, admitted that his first manager fabricated details on his CV. The manager claimed Rudd had been directed by renowned actor Sir Ben Kingsley, misleading potential employers.
Fabricated CV Leads to Career Worry
During the show, Rudd shared that he had included a brief “afternoon masterclass” he attended with Sir Ben Kingsley while still in school. His manager exaggerated this minor experience, stating, “Paul played Hamlet in a production directed by Sir Ben Kingsley.” This claim caused Rudd to live in fear that Kingsley might eventually discover the falsehood.
Marvel Connections
Interestingly, both Rudd and Kingsley are now part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Kingsley is known for portraying Trevor Slattery in films like Iron Man 3 and Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings. Rudd gained fame for roles in popular films such as Clueless and This Is 40.
Upcoming Film Projects
Rudd is currently promoting a new project alongside actor Jack Black. The two stars are featured in a meta-comedy about friends creating an amateur remake of the 1997 cult classic, Anaconda. Rudd expressed excitement about the film, which he described as having a clever comedic approach to reboots.
- Co-stars: Paul Rudd and Jack Black
- Film theme: Meta-comedy
- Inspired by: The Unbearable Weight Of Massive Talent
Black, also 56, echoed Rudd’s enthusiasm, noting the script’s uniqueness. He highlighted the comedic moments that drew him to the project, stating, “I made sure he was definitely attached to the film before I signed anything.”
Other Guests on The Graham Norton Show
Alongside Rudd and Black, the show featured Hamnet star Jessie Buckley and comedian Michelle de Swarte. Buckley discussed her emotional experience watching her latest film about Shakespeare’s marriage, revealing the profound impact it had on her while pregnant.
The Graham Norton Show airs on BBC One and iPlayer on Fridays at 10:40 PM. Musical guest Tom Odell performed “When I Close My Eyes,” adding a captivating element to the episode.
