The reason why Brian Cox won’t watch Jeremy Strong’s performance in The Apprentice
Brian Cox has strong opinions, and when it comes to one particular movie, he’s made his stance clear – regardless of who’s starring in it.
Hollywood is often said to be a very particular place. Professional relationships can sometimes mirror familial bonds and the dynamics between co-stars can be as compelling as the roles they portray. This appears to be the case with Brian Cox and Jeremy Strong, who brought to life the tumultuous father-son duo of Logan and Kendall Roy in the acclaimed series Succession.
As both actors venture into new cinematic territories, their off-screen interactions continue to pique public interest.
Strong in The Apprentice not for Cox
Strong’s portrayal of Roy Cohn in The Apprentice has garnered significant attention, earning him an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. The film delves into the intricate relationship between the notorious attorney Cohn and a young Donald Trump, portrayed by Sebastian Stan. Set against the backdrop of 1970s and ’80s New York, the narrative explores themes of power, ambition, and moral ambiguity.
Cox, known for his candidness and discerning taste, has made it clear that he has no intention of watching The Apprentice. I
“The problem is I won’t watch anything that is to do with Donald Trump,” Cox said during a recent appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show, an aversion stemming from his long-standing and vocally expressed disdain for the U.S. president.
Here’s Brian Cox speaking about his decision on The Jonathan Ross Show.
His refusal to watch, therefore, is not a critique of Strong’s performance but rather a personal choice to avoid content related to Trump, someone he believes deeply will have a hugely negative impact on society.
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