Jon Hamm Discusses the Evolution of Hollywood's Leading Man Concept
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Synopsis
In a recent interview, Jon Hamm reflects on the changing landscape of Hollywood and the outdated notion of the 'leading man.' He shares his thoughts on career fulfillment and the diverse experiences he has gained in the film industry.
Key Takeaways
- Jon Hamm believes the term 'leading man' is outdated.
- He values the diversity of his experiences in film.
- Hamm feels comfortable in his career's current phase.
- He has worked on several high-profile projects recently.
- Hamm acknowledges the setbacks he's faced in his journey.
Los Angeles, April 9 (NationPress) Hollywood star Jon Hamm believes that the idea of a "leading man" is a relic from a bygone era.
The 54-year-old actor has seen remarkable success throughout his career, yet he does not categorize himself as a leading man, asserting that the film industry has transitioned into a new phase.
In an interview with Interview magazine, the Hollywood icon remarked, "I think those categories are kind of a vestige of a different industry that we don’t really live in anymore. It’s like you’re a lead actor if you’re the guy that’s carrying most of the story, and at certain points, you’ll have character moments or whatever."
Hamm has collaborated with numerous prominent stars during his career, and he values the "breadth" of experiences he has encountered in the film and television sectors, as reported by femalefirst.co.uk.
The actor expressed, "That’s the most fun part about having a career this long, right? There is a breadth to your experience that is pretty great."
Meanwhile, Hamm previously mentioned that he is "happy" with his current standing in his career.
He has completed several high-profile projects in recent years, including 'Mean Girls', 'Top Gun: Maverick', and 'The Morning Show', and Hamm is thrilled to be this busy at this stage in his profession.
The actor, known for his portrayal of Don Draper in the acclaimed series 'Mad Men', told The Hollywood Reporter in 2024, "My bones ache, but I’m in a good place. Something happened in the last four, five years, where I got really, really comfortable doing what I do, like I’m invited to the party."
"I was talking to Billy Crudup, and I revere Billy, and he goes, 'Man, do you still get freaked out about all this?' I said no. I let that go at some point. I used to think, 'I’m not going to be good enough,' and all that. But there’s always take two. And they don’t use bad takes. So, yeah, I like where I am."
"I’m a happy guy. And I’ve worked hard to get here, and it’s not been a steady upward climb. There have been setbacks and difficulties, but that’s life."
