Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Jeff Bridges
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Sep 9, 2024 
Join Academy Award-winning actor Jeff Bridges, known for his iconic roles in *The Big Lebowski* and *Crazy Heart*, as he shares heartfelt insights about life and friendship with Conan. They delve into Bridges’ early work on *Thunderbolt and Lightfoot* and his profound experiences navigating cancer, which brought him fresh perspectives. With humor, they discuss the lasting impact of his characters, particularly The Dude, and explore the importance of creativity and resilience in both life and art.
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Sea Hunt Savant
- Jeff Bridges recalls meeting Richard Peterson, a savant obsessed with Sea Hunt.
- Peterson recognized Bridges as Lloyd Bridges' son and played the Sea Hunt theme on his trumpet.
Thunderbolt and Lightfoot Impact
- Conan O'Brien praises Bridges' performance in Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, particularly a scene where his character is beaten.
- O'Brien claims the scene's emotional impact proves the film's high-quality acting.
Novocaine Acting
- For Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, Bridges suggested a dentist inject his face with Novocaine to simulate a brain hemorrhage.
- The effect worked, but the film was lost, requiring a reshoot.