Bradley Cooper, an acclaimed actor, celebrated for his versatility and range, is known for delivering great performances in films ranging across genres. The actor first rose to prominence with his role in the comedy film The Hangover, reprising his role in two more installments. But what truly sets him apart is his dramatic acting skills which have earned him multiple Academy Award nominations. However, there’s one audition that the actor regrets.
Cooper showcased his talent in films like Silver Linings Playbook, American Sniper, and A Star is Born. He even assumed to role of a director for the latter. His ability to play complex roles and commitment to the craft of acting has made him a fan favorite and a respected actor in the industry.
Bradley Cooper Auditioned For The Role Of A UFC Fighter
Previously, Bradley Cooper shared his experiences of recording tapes of his auditions as he was trying to land roles in his early days as a growing actor. He expressed his desire to go beyond the process of self-auditioning. He recalled one particular instance where he had to make an audition tape for a movie centered around UFC fighters. However, Cooper did not have much knowledge about the topic.
Cooper said (via IMDB):
“I’d love not to have to do that (anymore). I did it for this movie about UFC fighters a few years ago, and I didn’t know anything about UFC fighters. I wore biking shorts. I was outside in my backyard in Venice, and I was, like kicking the trash cans and shit. I didn’t know what I was doing. I would love to fucking see that tape.”
Reflecting on the content of the recording, Cooper expressed his willingness to revisit the tape, noting the funny aspects of the overall experience.
Bradley Cooper’s The Hangover Co-Star’s Crazy Proposal
While The Hangover has managed to garner a dedicated fanbase, the production of the film was far from easy, as the production and shooting process were hampered by several challenges for the filmmakers.
To overcome these hurdles, things took an unexpected turn when Ken Jeong came up with an insane idea for one particular scene. During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, writer Todd Phillips and the rest of the cast revealed some interesting insights about the hit film.
Todd Phillips told The Hollywood Reporter:
“In the script that Jeremy (Garelick) and I had written, Mr. Chow jumps out of the trunk in his underwear. It was Ken who came to me and said, ‘I think we should do this n*ked.’ I was like, ‘You don’t have to tell me twice!’.”
Ken Jeong said that Cooper came up with an idea to have him jump on him, which led to an uncomfortable encounter between Jeong’s lower area and Cooper’s neck. Todd Phillips had to intervene, expressing concerns regarding Cooper’s comfort with the scene. Cooper didn’t fully realize the extent of the awkwardness until the director pointed it out.
