Brian Cox Reveals Fans Often Ask Him to Tell Them to ‘F*ck Off’ — And He Does

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As a fan, I can’t help but admire Brian Cox‘s journey from a struggling actor to the powerhouse he is today. His transformation from an anonymous stage performer to a household name is nothing short of remarkable, and it’s all thanks to his unapologetic and authentic approach to life and art.

Brian Cox is well-known for his direct and unpretentious demeanor, a key aspect of his public image. Despite being an acting veteran, he wasn’t extremely well-known in everyday life. However, this changed when he joined the cast of ‘Succession’ and portrayed the powerful, foul-mouthed character Logan Roy, which catapulted him into household fame.

In his recent article for THR, the actor shared a comical incident that confirmed his fame, a moment quintessentially Cox. According to Cox, during a performance of ‘The Great Society’ at Lincoln Center in 2019, some young admirers asked him to say a particular phrase, which led him to understand he was now well-known nationwide.

Pondering over the importance of his privacy prior to his recent fame, he now finds it challenging, especially at his advanced years, to perform everyday tasks such as utilizing public transportation. He openly acknowledged that adapting to this heightened level of acknowledgment has proven to be a struggle for him.

2019 found me immersed in LBJ’s role for Robert Schenkkan’s “The Great Society” at Lincoln Center. On one of my first nights out, a young couple, no more than 17, armed with their devices approached me, snapping, “Could you kindly vanish?” The rest of the week saw a steady stream of such requests. It struck me then, “Ah, it seems I’ve gained some recognition.” At my advanced age, I was reminded of how much I cherished my anonymity. Now, public transportation and old pastimes are no longer options for me. So, in a way, it’s a bit of a challenge to adjust.

The actor shared that he has likely said “f*ck off” thousands of times for fans who request it.

As a gamer, I’ve learned the hard way to approach showbiz with a grain of salt, a lesson forged from my challenging upbringing in the rough streets of Dundee, Scotland. My dad was gone too soon, and my mom faced battles within her mind that I couldn’t help but witness.

Through tough times, he learned to trust himself and conquer obstacles, a skill that contributed significantly to his early success in his professional life.

At a remarkably young age, I came to understand the importance of self-reliance. An innate survival instinct within me would respond with, “That’s acceptable,” as life presented me with minor obstacles that I managed to surmount. Despite experiencing a difficult upbringing, I found solace and purpose in theater at the age of 15. By 17, I was enrolled in drama school, and the pieces of my life seemingly fell into place miraculously.

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2024-12-18 11:43