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Cuba Gooding Jr: Diddy, Assault Allegations & The Dark Side of Hollywood | PBD Podcast | Ep. 407

May 8, 2024
01:40:08
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Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. dives into his rise to fame, personal struggles with alcohol and coping with his father's death, Diddy assault allegations, memories of Tupac, transitioning from athletics to choreography, childhood influences, auditions for 'Boyz n the Hood', Hollywood casting dynamics, portrayal of intense characters like OJ Simpson, emotional challenges during filming, encounters with Clint Eastwood and Tupac, and reflections on diversity and inclusion in Hollywood.
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Quick takeaways

  • Cuba Gooding Jr.'s energetic demeanor during movie read-through with Tom Cruise and Robin Williams created a memorable moment.
  • Cuba's discomfort with a character in 'A Few Good Men' contrasts with his success as Rod Tidwell in 'Jerry Maguire'.

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Tom Cruise and Robin Williams at the read-through

During a read-through for a movie, Tom Cruise and Robin Williams were present. Robin's aura was all about humor and making everything funny, while Tom Cruise had a confident and assured presence. When Tom asked Cuba Gooding Jr. about a fight, Cuba demonstrated his excitement, creating a memorable moment in the room which showcased his energetic and engaging demeanor.

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