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Frodo Actor Admits He Never Finished LOTR Books
18 Mar
Summary
- Elijah Wood confessed to not finishing the 'Lord of the Rings' books.
- Wood has begun reading the novels and finds them incredible.
- Wood and fellow castmates maintain daily contact in a text group.
Elijah Wood, widely known for his iconic role as Frodo Baggins in the "Lord of the Rings" film trilogy, recently disclosed an unexpected personal detail during an appearance on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." Wood confessed that he has not yet completed reading J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" books, a revelation that caused him embarrassment, especially given Colbert's own deep admiration for Tolkien's work.
Despite his admission, Wood shared a positive update: he has started reading the novels and described them as "incredible." The conversation also touched upon upcoming "Rings" projects, including Andy Serkis's directorial debut with "The Hunt for Gollum." When asked about Ian McKellan's previous comments suggesting both Frodo and Gandalf's potential appearances, Wood offered a playful "nothing to add" or "subtract." Furthermore, Wood revealed the enduring bond among the film's cast, stating they communicate daily in a text group called "Shirefolk," often sharing their scores from the New York Times mini crossword.
