Host Curtis Reynolds chats with Steven Blackehart, who stars as Sydney Happersen in Superman. He shares his unique perspective on the difference between acting in the MCU and the DCU. Blackehart opens up about his challenging childhood, where he was bullied and given the nickname "Superboy" by his friends. He explains that this experience and a drama class he took in high school were pivotal in his decision to become an actor. The episode also covers the evolution of his friendship with Superman Director James Gunn and his time working in casting for reality TV shows in the late 90s and early 2000s.
Sreven’s journey to the new Superman movie is a powerful and inspiring story. Thank you, Steven, for sharing your story and for the incredible work you do. Don't forget to catch him in Superman in theaters now.
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