Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of Harrison Ford as he opens up in Variety’s cover story, shedding light on his illustrious career and his first Emmy nomination. The movie legend, known for iconic roles in “Star Wars” and “Indiana Jones,” provides a rare glimpse into his life and work in the latest episode of the “Daily Variety” podcast.
A Behind-the-Scenes Encounter with a Movie Legend
Last week began in an extraordinary way for Angelique Jackson, Variety’s senior entertainment writer, as she sat down with Harrison Ford in Los Angeles. Ford, at 83, recently received his first Emmy nomination for his role in the Apple TV+ comedy “Shrinking.” Jackson’s experience with the movie legend was featured in the Cover Story segment of the “Daily Variety” podcast.
Jackson describes Ford as the consummate professional, capturing attention as he transformed in front of the camera. “What I will say is really interesting was that it kind of was like Clark Kent turning into Superman,” she shares. “Every single take was of movie star quality.”
Revisiting the Past
During the sit-down, Ford was generous with his time, opening up about his career from his early films to his work alongside Jason Segel and the creative minds behind “Ted Lasso.” Jackson noted his enjoyment in revisiting some of his lesser-known works.
“He rarely gets a chance to play the deep cuts,” Jackson explains. “He seemed to have a lot of fun looking back. Something that really struck me was his comment about acting—how it allowed him to hide, unlike others who felt they were revealing their true selves.”
Challenges in the Media Landscape
In the podcast episode, Todd Spangler, Variety’s business editor, also touches on significant changes in the media world. The spinoffs at NBCUniversal and Warner Bros. Discovery are undergoing major shifts, with leaders like Mark Lazarus and Gunnar Wiedenfels navigating the evolving landscape.
Spangler discusses the ambitious goals for these companies, which must balance financial growth with maintaining a strong operational foundation. He notes the challenge of ensuring stability and finding new avenues for growth in the changing media industry.
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