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Springsteen Relates Deeply to 'The Bear' Character, Praises Actor's Portrayal
30 Oct
Summary
- Springsteen says he relates to the character in 'The Bear' TV series
- Jeremy Allen White, who plays Springsteen in a biopic, has won acclaim for his role
- Springsteen believes White could capture the complexities of his emotional state
In a recent interview, renowned singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen has shared that he strongly identifies with the character in the critically acclaimed FX series 'The Bear'. Springsteen made these remarks during an appearance on SiriusXM's E Street Radio, where he discussed the show and the performance of actor Jeremy Allen White.
White, who stars as Carmy Berzatto in 'The Bear', has also been cast to portray Springsteen in the upcoming biopic 'Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere'. Springsteen expressed his belief that White was the right person to capture the emotional depth and creative state he experienced while making his seminal album 'Nebraska'.
"I related to that character on The Bear very deeply myself, and I knew that this is the guy that could play the complexities of my own emotional state at that point in my life," Springsteen said. The musician praised White's ability to convey the insecurities and determination that both he and the character in 'The Bear' share, stating that he could see the actor's talents on full display in the series.
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White's acclaimed performance in 'The Bear' has earned him multiple awards, including two Emmys and three Golden Globes. Springsteen's endorsement of the actor's abilities further solidifies White's reputation as a talented performer capable of bringing complex characters to life on the screen.
