In a recent episode of the chat show Friday Night With Jonathan Ross, Simon Pegg opened up about his relationship with longtime collaborator Nick Frost. The transcript of the interview reveals a lively and entertaining conversation between Pegg and Ross.
Pegg, known for his roles in films like Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, was hailed as the “new Hugh Grant” by someone who obviously hadn’t met or seen the old Hugh Grant. The audience erupted in applause as Pegg made his way onto the stage.
During the conversation, Ross asked Pegg about his recent time in America, where he had been filming. Pegg revealed that although he had been back and forth between the UK and the US, he had a great time working on various projects.
One of the projects Pegg couldn’t share many details about was the highly anticipated new Star Trek movie. Directed by JJ Abrams, the film had been shrouded in secrecy during its production. Pegg, who plays Scotty in the film, joked about being typecast as a Scottish character once again.
When Ross pressed Pegg to do a Scottish accent, Pegg humorously declined, mentioning that he could potentially get sued if he did. However, he promised to do it privately for Ross later.
The conversation then turned to Pegg’s personal life, with Ross mentioning that Pegg was quite private about it. Pegg admitted that he wasn’t much of a cook and that his wife was better in the kitchen. Ross suggested that Pegg should learn to cook something special for his wife, who is Scottish. They joked about traditional Scottish dishes like a mars bar in batter.
The interview also touched upon Pegg’s on-screen partnership with Nick Frost. Pegg revealed that they had written two more films together, with one scheduled to be shot in New Mexico. He mentioned that a third film in their loose trilogy, following Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, was also in the works.
The episode concluded on a high note, with Pegg treating the audience to a sneak preview of his portrayal of Scotty in the new Star Trek film. The crowd was thrilled to witness this exclusive moment, which Pegg humorously likened to De Niro doing a bit of raging bull.
Overall, Friday Night With Jonathan Ross provided viewers with an entertaining and lively conversation with Simon Pegg. From his insights into the highly anticipated Star Trek movie to his personal revelations and humorous anecdotes, Pegg proved once again why he is a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
