Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Jon Bernthal
Oct 17, 2022
Jon Bernthal, best known for his roles in The Walking Dead and The Punisher, chats with Conan about his unconventional path into acting. He shares insights on his podcast, Real Ones, focusing on conversations with inmates serving life without parole and their journeys towards redemption. The discussion also touches on discipline, the complexity of modern masculinity, and the emotional weight of farewells in showbiz. With humor and vulnerability, they explore resilience, personal connections, and the unexpected lessons life throws your way.
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Shoe Story and Shyness
- Jon Bernthal recalls forgetting his shoes on Conan's show and borrowing Conan's, which were too big.
- Later, Bernthal felt shy approaching Conan at a party, highlighting his insecurity despite his tough image.
Bar Stool Incident
- The day before a wedding, Jon Bernthal got hit with a bar stool while breaking up a fight.
- He needed staples, and the doctor treating him expressed palpable disgust.
Accidental Acting
- Jon Bernthal took an acting class accidentally, intending to take an easier theater course.
- He lied during an emotional exercise and was reprimanded but also encouraged by his teacher Alma Becker.