It’s a lot more fun for actors to cry and rant and rave, or have a drug problem or a drinking problem.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that many actors enjoy the chance to play characters who have emotional meltdowns, use drugs, or struggle with alcohol. This type of intense acting can be more exciting and rewarding for them than playing calmer, more stable roles. The actor is saying that dramatic, troubled characters are simply more fun to portray on screen or stage.
About Jerry Orbach
Jerry Orbach was an acclaimed American actor and singer, best known for his roles on stage and as Detective Lennie Briscoe on the hit TV series Law & Order. Over his illustrious career, he won a Tony Award and Screen Actors Guild Award, and received multiple Emmy and Grammy nominations.
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