Jack Black didn't always intend to be the funny guy he's known for now | 60 Minutes Australia
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Published 2023-07-03
In this 2009 interview with comedic actor Jack Black, known for his roles in Kung Fu Panda, Shallow Hal and School of Rock, he says he's always wanted to be a musical artist. He was even part of a rock band called Tenacious D, which Jack used as inspiration for a movie in 2006.
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When life gets really difficult I find comfort in the fact that Jack Black is never ever going to grow up. Knowing he's out there rocking his sax-a-boom is balm to any hurting soul.
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I bartended one of his concerts and worked the VIP. He went up to every single guest and was one of the most professional and friendly celebrities I have ever met. He.made eye contact with me and seemed willing to say hi but I had to be professional bc we weren’t allowed to be schmoozy with talent/ celebrities. I’ve met a significant amount of them and I have to say he was the nicest. He deserves all the blessings and achievements he has.
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Went to his concert in San Diego. As a professional musician, he put on as tight a program as any I’ve ever seen. Uncanny, really. A section of about 12 people around me and myself, laughed so hard that we were all crying in pain because we couldn’t stop laughing. Very scary. He (Jack) never once laughed the entire time or broke character. He had the energy of a triathlete. The voice of an opera star…..wish I were kidding. I still wonder which “lord” he bargained with 🤨.
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My friend is a French Chef in L.A. , and Jack Black came back into the kitchen to meet him . He said Jack was the most down to earth and regular guy that he has ever met around L.A. , the total opposite of the snobby Hollywood types that he normally comes across.
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Comedy is my drug to battle anxiety and depression.
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tenacious d is a certified cult classic . might have flopped but not in our hearts
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I’ll agree to the short and disheveled part, but he definitely could never be described as average! lol honestly though, his musical ability ALONE sets him apart, his humor and quick-witted nature are just excellent perks
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JB is absolutely adorable. I love this man.
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What Jack said in response to the question about why the Tenacious D movie flopped was in jest, but was 100% fact. That movie was a masterpiece.
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The pick of destiny is an absolute gem
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What?! Tenacious D was not a flop. It was amazing 💖
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when i saw jack in africa doing some charity work - he did a segment with a kid he met and it broke me,,.,.i never saw jack the same way and really admired his heart for people...and how he is bloody funny
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I met him at a lodge. He ended up playing shuffleboard with my husband and drinking Jäegermeister. After a bit my husband said he actually forgot who he was because he was just such a nice, normal guy.
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I met JB once, in Chicago. I was working at a small Cafe, he was loud & hilarious.
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School of rock is my favorite movie at all time 😅❤
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Jack Black. You like him or hate him. Im a big fan. His singing and guitar skills are great.
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i met jack years ago at a club in manhattan. totally friendly and approachable.
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When he was cast for a big role in Peter Jackson's "King Kong", a friend exclaimed "Jack Black!? I can't STAND that guy!" I replied, "He's playing Carl Denham. You're not supposed to like him." I thought he proved himself nicely in the role.
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How about the fact that Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Owen Wilson, Judd Apatow etc literally "teamed" up and became really good friends in the early 90s.. There is no doubt that these fellas has helped each other out with everything throughout their careers.
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Very likeable guy, has brought us all a lot of entertainment over the years in both music and movies
