Its like, I just wanna be on set. Youve got to look for opportunities to wear it. Dont tell anyone! I think of myself as Hamlet, but I'm not. Get ready to crack up! So HBO, isn't it? Steve Zahn in Kentucky We found 4 records for Steve Zahn in Harrodsburg, Georgetown and 2 other cities in Kentucky. For those unfamiliar with the movie, it's based on a popular series of young adult novels, and follows the travails of a whip-smart 12-year-old attempting to make the complicated transition from elementary school into middle school. What is real? This is what we're living in right now, it's absolutely insane. Total opposite. I remember seeing my sister in a play when I was very young, and I remember telling my folks, I want to do that. In sixthgrade, I was in the high-school production of The Wizard of Oz as a munchkin, and one day, Dr. Lamby, I think his name was, was yelling at all the cast and he pulled me aside and screamed, This is the only guy up there doing anything! [Laughs] I was the guy in high school; I was the guy who was good at it. If you know him as the wacky guy from That Thing You Do, Saving Silverman, or the Diary of a Wimpy Kid films, meeting him is confusing at first. I didnt have some master plan. Because youre hunched down the whole time, right?Yeah, and the process of learning how to do this was with Terry Notary, who plays [the ape named] Rocket. Well, I will say, it's not something you see on TV a lot. I've played bad guys, I've played good guys, dumb guys, smart guys, he says. Thirty seconds doesnt seem long. When I was a lot younger, I was like, "I don't know if I'm going to wear this." 7.6 Acres of Beautiful Farm Land. Zahn has also worked regularly in television, playing the role of Davis McClary on 36 episodes of HBO's Treme. (1996) and played guitar and sang in Saving Silverman (2001). GQ may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. at one point. Right, people pick and choose the roles they identify you with. Connie Britton and Steve Zahn as Nicole and Mark Mossbacher. But at that point, after spending months on his farm in Kentucky, Zahn would have filmed Love Island if it meant a change of scene. What about when you were canvassing as a Revolutionary War soldier? They're far and few between, but they stick out. [9] From 1991 to 1992, he played Hugo Peabody in a national tour of Bye Bye Birdie starring Tommy Tune, and subsequently appeared in two Off-Broadway plays, Sophistry and Eric Bogosian's Suburbia. But That Thing You Do, Saving Silverman, Sahara. Tell me about filming that. Briefly attended the Guthrie Theater Drama School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, but dropped out to pursue his film career. Do you feel like lately youre trying to transition into more dramatic roles? In short, he's the poster dad for washed masculinity. Well, I will say, it's not something you see on TV a lot. We just talked about [Sergio] Leone movies and Westerns, and then he asked me if Id read for him and I said, Of course, Id love to. I think theres an idea that once youve worked for a while, there are just piles of scripts on your desk, and offers. All these characters are so flawed, man, and they're so bruised. You mentioned to GQ the last time we talked to you that you're now cast as the dad in everything. Do you draw from your own experiences as a parent in these roles? We sit around and have these crazy conversations with these people who are smart and educated and think critically and challenge you. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy. I remember every day. From award-winning writing and photography to binge-ready videos to electric live events, GQ meets millions of modern men where they live, creating the moments that create conversations. In several cases, Zahn's work stands firmly as the most memorable aspect of otherwise underwhelming projects. I got to say, for three days, thats all I did, was try to perfect this scene. [20] He is a Lutheran. That kind of stuff that I think maybe people take for granted. I didn't even think about it." Its weird because I dont get sent the comedies. Cynicism is dead. Though Zahn clearly enjoyed working on the movie, he's referred to the film's six-month shoot as "the most painful of my life" mostly because he spent much of it hunched over pretending to be an ape. Doing this crazy, kind of stylized theater that was rooted in truth and honesty. More recently, Zahn turned up as a wayward soul in Andrew Haigh's beautifully meandering racehorse drama Lean on Pete, but if you really want to see Zahn at his indie best, you'll want to check out his hilariously unhinged, Independent Spirit and Sundance award winning turn as an escaped convict hiding out as a beauty pageant director in the 2000 comedy Happy, Texas. Auditioning or reading for people in general can just be kind of weird to begin with, because its not acting. My dayliliesare insane. Some people were like, "What are you doing here?" We're going to look like King Lear. Steve Zahn, 58. How can you tell if someone is a Youve Got Mail recognizer?If its a woman. [22] In 2007, he was awarded an honorary Ph.D. in Fine Arts from Northern Kentucky University. Whether he's running a farm or acting in War for the Planet of the Apes, the veteran character actor never. Raised beds. Steve Zahn, 69. Life on a farm is serene, says Zahn, until your horse goes lame and you have to turn into a vet. The actor has spent the past two decades living in rural Kentucky and 2020 marked the longest stretch of a project not pulling him away from the homestead. If you've been tracking Steve Zahn's career, you probably noticed that many of his more famous roles were of a supporting nature. Are there any types of roles that you havent played yet that you want to get to one day? You'll die laughing at STEVE ZAHN's story of NOT being recognized Really Famous with Kara Mayer Robinson 7.19K subscribers Subscribe 69 Share 4.5K views 1 year ago #SteveZahn #ComedyActing Get. In 2004, the family moved from New . And I read somewhere that you made an appearance in some local Kentucky theater a little while back.Yeah, my wife and I started a theater company. I did one episode of Friends. Oh, I have so many. Kind of laid back. Oh, it made me laugh. That list includes films opposite his That Thing You Do! Thats a passion of mine. I have great irises. director Tom Hanks (who he worked with on You've Got Mail, From the Earth to the Moon, and The Great Buck Howard), and his Sahara co-star Matthew McConaughey, who reunited with him in Dallas Buyers Club. Steve Zahn: 'I've never been a slacker. Dont get me wrong. They said, If you feel like you need help, just cross your arms and well come get you. First take, everybody crossed their arms. Just one. Not Youve Got Mail?Yeah, I guess sometimes. Were actually by the waterfall. We sit around and have these crazy conversations with these people who are smart and educated and think critically and challenge you. He just doesn't know how to do that. It's like, "Bam!" I mean, my kid, Henry, the first time we ever Skyped, he looked at it and he was like at the time, I think he was 9 he goes, Hey! I go, Hey! He immediately drops his pants and shows me his ass. Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter. That was it. Were by a waterfall? The company is now defunct, but the founding members have remained close over the years. Usually it's That Thing You Do, which is having its 25th anniversary, which I can't believe. I like to sit on the beach and drink a beer, but [the hotel in the show] is not my speed. It always goes back to a huge tortoise. [Laughs] Because theres just no way that Im actually going to live there, right? Wondering whatever happened to Steve Zahn? I wanted to be a part of the circus. Oh, as opposed to non-comedy films where youre the comedic character.And yet, I dont get the commander of the U-Boat, either. Sam Richardson Is Happy That the Kids Are Finding. He thinks he has cancer, then finds out his dad is gay and died from AIDS. Its Planet of the Apes! Neither of us were really into it. I get in the back of the Kawasaki Mule and have my son drive me around with an American flag, down my neighbors driveway, screaming, The fireworks are coming!. This is great! On the latest episode of the Rex Chapman Show with Josh Hopkins, the guys are joined by the incredible actor, Steve Zahn. Zahn talked about his horse, Dude, who was last owned by Rachel Hunter, casting a look at Klum as he said the supermodel's name. Hes a New Yorker man. What is real? This is what we're living in right now, it's absolutely insane. Youve got to look for opportunities to wear it. He doesn't edit himself, which gets him in trouble. Theres a flavor of what you might do. Thats a Youve Got Mail.. Every Christmas was insane, getting J. Peterman stuff. People come up to me all the time about it. That made me laugh: "Oh, I've been a monkey in two films. Don't worry, we've got you and his recent activities covered. 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Ready for Tolkien Battle, How the Landscape of Native-Led Stories Has Changed Between Avatars: Were Flexing Our Sovereignty, The Definitive Voice of Entertainment News. 1. With The Crossing officially in his past, Steve Zahn looks to have more free time on his hands. All Rights Reserved. I take that back. When I'm not working, I get up early and feed all the animals, then I get most of my stuff done by noon. We just want to dive into a pool without having to hold onto our bottoms. Since 1957, GQ has inspired men to look sharper and live smarter with its unparalleled coverage of style, culture, and beyond. [10], After his breakout film role in 1994's Reality Bites, Zahn quickly gained a reputation for playing amiable stoners, slackers, and sidekicks in films such as That Thing You Do! I loved being an actor in New York, it was so exciting. Riding in Cars With Boys is dramatic. And then I had to approve it. I remember rehearsing as a band for like a month straight. [3][7] The couple married in 1994 and have two children. By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive email correspondence from us. This story first appeared in the July 16 issue of The Hollywood Reporter magazine. Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. It just makes you look at how trivial so much of our problems are. The guy is phenomenal. It always goes back to a huge tortoise. 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That's so insane. What else defines your life?I like to fish. Its a really good little movie.Its a great movie! And that's what I love about the show. Every Christmas was insane, getting J. Peterman stuff. Have there been any times in your life when youve worked through something similar? I remember seeing Les Miserables with the original cast this was in 87 and I was blown away by it. "I remember sitting through the second act thinking, I'm as good as that guy standing on the barricade," Zahn recalled. Then my wife wakes up and starts her writing. That was actually for a Mardi Gras outfit. The performance at the state fair was great. Great.". I wanted his honesty to come off as a good thing, even though it's really his Achilles heel. I wouldnt have called that. Were actually seeing a body double wearing a prosthetic, but what did you think when you first read it in the script? How does this show compare to your own familys vacations? All that, and he still has time to hang out with his old That Thing You Do! I didn't think at all that that would be a thing. It never occurred to me that people would go, Penis! And Mike was like, "Yeah, I didn't either. It's not just in Hollywood. View this farm for sale with 7.5 acres by Columbia in Adair County, Kentucky 42728. This interview has been edited and condensed. I kind of did this thing [wiggles his body back and forth] and I entered the frame and I really worked on it. Every night, we'd be down on the beach, watching the sunset, he says. Pasture, Creek, Shade, Utilities. Like most actors, Zahn got his start in theater by performing in high school productions. And you know, maybe thats partially living on a farm and just wanting to be around funny people. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I knew I could do it well. And then you view the others as apes. Hed been hunkering down there during the pandemic, light on work, when the script for The White Lotus came his way. He wants his family to be this amazing, connected group. I live on a farm' The classically trained actor on his new film Cowboys, working with Werner Herzog and being branded a Gen X funny guy Expand Steve. And they followed suit, man. Steve Zahn was a special guest on today's show and he had Matt and Ryan laughing hysterically for the entire two hours. If it looks cold, it was cold. Yu Tsai These days, Zahn, who is starring in the new HBO Max film 8-Bit Christmas, is back to working out on the Kentucky farm he calls home and running about 25 miles every. Fred Hechinger and Steve Zahn as Quinn and Mark Mossbacher. What appealed to you about the role of Mark and what sort of personal touches did you want to infuse in the character? How is it not acting?Well, youre not interacting with anyone. I was going to ask if you were happy with the final product. While a little downtime back on the farm is certain to occupy some of that future with a possible return to the community theater stage as well we can't help but hope that the obscenely gifted actor finds his way back in front of the cameras as soon as possible. With a list of nearly 100 film credits including Dallas Buyers Club, Saving Silverman, Diary of A Wimpy Kid and so many more, Steve talks about his beginnings in acting and what projects he has coming up next. But someone got sick, so I had to jump in and get permission from [Actors] Equity to hit the stage in this Christmas show. [17] They next moved to a 360-acre horse farm outside Lexington, Kentucky, where Zahn gardens and raises horses, goats, and sheep. If that doesn't affect your work, having kids, then you're not human. They were always out doing stuff. I'm growing into the J. Peterman stuff, but I have everything. Im really proud of my perennial beds. Matt didnt do that to you, I hope.No, Matt didnt. View this farm for sale with 7.6 acres by Liberty in Casey County, Kentucky 42539. He'd been hunkering down there during the pandemic, light on work, when the script for The White Lotus came his way. (1996) and played guitar and sang in Saving Silverman (2001). Now I'm just all those guys, but they have kids.. It's kind of too late, it's too far down the road, but they do have this connection. We've got a script called Hot Fruit that's being auctioned right now and were writing another one right now called She Dances, about a father and daughter going to a national dance competition. Contact Steve Purvis of Woods & Waters with KDL LLC to learn more about this farm. Zahn made the most of the moment, managing to stand out in a film that also featured Hawke, Winona Ryder, Janeane Garofalo, and Rene Zellweger. We started a company called Macaroni Art. And I always get these stoner, urban types. You know, the disc jockey at the station that talks fast or whatever. For the past 15 years or so, Zahn has been living the working man's life with his family in rural Kentucky. Other topics of discussion: -- Zahn riding his bike to the Final Four What is real? Yeah. But That Thing You Do, Saving Silverman, Sahara. Zahn lives on a 360-acre horse farm just outside Lexington, Kentucky, where he raises horses, goats, and sheep with his wife, Robyn Peterman, who is . Steve Zahn was running a few minutes late because he was tending to a horse who had had surgery and needed bandages redressed. Seriously. Some people were like, "What are you doing here?" A few years later, Zahn's voice turned up amongst an all-star cast of actors and funny people as Runt of the Litter in the animated blockbuster Chicken Little. Yeah, totally. He thinks he has cancer, then finds out his dad is gay and died from AIDS. We started a company called Macaroni Art. 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