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Rob Reiner's 'Bear Hug' Made Noah Wyle Feel Competent Instantly
27 Oct
Summary
- Noah Wyle recalled Rob Reiner's warm welcome on 'A Few Good Men' set.
- Reiner's immediate kindness made Wyle feel comfortable and confident.
- Wyle applied Reiner's lesson of kindness on every set since.
Actor Noah Wyle reflected on the lasting impact of director Rob Reiner's kindness during an appearance on 'Good Hang With Amy Poehler.' Wyle, who starred in the 1992 film 'A Few Good Men,' recounted his first day on set.
Upon arriving, Wyle was met by Reiner with an enthusiastic embrace and words of welcome, making him feel "comfortable and confident" within seconds. Wyle described this initial interaction as a "bear hug" from Reiner, noting the director's immediate impact.
This experience became a guiding principle for Wyle throughout his career. He stated that he has since welcomed every guest star onto sets with the same warmth and generosity, believing it allows actors to deliver their best work.
Wyle shared that he later expressed his gratitude to Reiner for this invaluable lesson in "set deportment," emphasizing that kindness fosters better performances than an austere approach.
