Villains never know they are villains in a picture so I play this like I’m the nicest guy in the world.

Meaning of the quote

In this quote, Wayne Rogers, an American actor, is explaining how he portrays villains in movies. He says that villains don't see themselves as the bad guys, so he plays his villain roles as if he's the kindest, most likable person. This helps him make the villain character more convincing and relatable, even though the audience knows he's the bad guy.

About Wayne Rogers

Wayne Rogers was an American actor known for his roles in the TV shows M*A*S*H and House Calls. He also had a successful career as an investor and financial advisor, and was a regular panelist on the Fox News show Cashin’ In.

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