Gabriel Macht has had quite an impressive career over the course of many years. Famous for his most well-known and adored role is as Harvey Spectre in the cult classic series, Suits, has been a part of many other projects, like Behind Enemy Lines, The Recruit, Bad Company, and American Outlaws, that have helped him establish himself as the truly skilled and respected actor that he is today.
It is quite common in the film industry for new, talented actors, who are featuring in high-profile projects, with high budgets and big names, to be taken under the wing of more experienced actors, who teach them about the industry. Macht was no different in this, having had a similar experience with one of the most respected individuals in Hollywood.
Which A-List Actor Made The Biggest Impression On Gabriel Macht
While giving an interview with the TV Guide, Gabriel Macht spoke in great detail about the highs and lows of his career. He talked about his first job, his work on Suits, his superhero debut, and his personal life. Amongst these topics of conversation, what is the question asked him, in regards to which A-List actor made the biggest impression on him?
“Robert De Niro gave me a hug in the audition room. He’s the sweetest, gentlest man. And gosh, I learned so much from Anthony Hopkins [on the set of the action comedy Bad Company].”
This is quite the question because Macht has worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood, like John Travolta, Robert De Niro, Colin Farrell, and even Al Pacino. After answering this question and giving it some thought. He confessed that though he had a great time with Robert De Niro, who, in his opinion, is one of the nicest people, he has ever met, the person who had the biggest impression on him was none other than Sir Anthony Hopkins.
Anthony Hopkins Took Gabriel Macht Under His Wing
Anthony Hopkins is one of the most respected, talented, and well-recognized actors of all time. This can be credited to many of his critically acclaimed works like The Silence of the Lambs, and The Father. Gabriel Macht told TV Guide, that it was Hopkins, who guided him during his early days in the film industry. The actor elaborated on this, stating that the Oscar-winning actor started their friendship off by asking him to call him ‘Tony’.
“He took me under his wing. He was like, “Just call me Tony,” and brought me into his trailer and we had Beluga caviar. I was like, “This is amazing!” He really taught me that you could be the biggest star in the world, but if you’ve got an ego, you’re nothing.”
Macht then revealed that the actor invited him into his trailer, while they were working together on the film, Bad Company, and they had Beluga caviar together, which he enjoyed. He then shared one of the biggest pieces of advice that Hopkins gave him, teaching him that to be successful, it is very important not to have arrogance.
