In a recent episode of the popular talk show “Alan Carr: Chatty Man,” host Alan Carr welcomed Hollywood star Simon Pegg for a lively and entertaining interview. The atmosphere was electric as Pegg entered to thunderous applause, and the banter between the two was immediate and engaging.
Carr wasted no time in offering Pegg a drink, to which Pegg humorously replied by requesting a glass of Mariah’s champagne, joking that the singer had run off with her own supply. The conversation flowed effortlessly, with Carr’s quick wit complementing Pegg’s natural charm.
The discussion turned to Pegg’s rise to Hollywood stardom. Pegg insisted that despite his success, he hadn’t changed and still considered himself a regular guy. He revealed that Hollywood is not as glamorous as people think, emphasizing that it’s simply a place where lots of movies are made.
Carr couldn’t help but point out that Pegg’s success gave hope to those who didn’t fit the traditional Hollywood mold. Pegg agreed, acknowledging that he and Carr shared a similar appearance and both defied expectations. They reminisced about the time they bumped into each other outside a budget store, unaware that Pegg had just landed the role of Scotty in “Star Trek.”
Speaking of “Star Trek,” Pegg shared his admiration for Leonard Nimoy, who played Spock in the original series. He described Nimoy as a legend and explained the excitement of acting alongside someone he had idolized since childhood. Pegg even admitted to a moment of excitement when Nimoy’s character referred to him as Montgomery Scott during a scene, causing him to momentarily lose composure.
The interview took a humorous turn when Carr playfully criticized the dramatic music in “Star Trek,” suggesting that even the most mundane actions were accompanied by intense scores. Pegg joined in the fun, mimicking the bombastic sound effects, and jokingly promised to ask the movie’s director to tone it down in the next installment.
Pegg also discussed his upcoming projects, revealing his involvement in the highly anticipated “Tintin” film. Carr cheekily remarked on the physical differences between Pegg and the character he portrayed, but Pegg explained that his appearance was transformed through performance capture technology. He and Nick Frost wore body suits covered in dots, which were then captured by computers and transformed into their animated characters.
The conversation took a heartfelt turn as Pegg shared that director Steven Spielberg personally recommended him for the role in “Tintin.” Pegg expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with the legendary filmmaker, adding that Spielberg had been a fan of the work he had done with director Edgar Wright.
Wrapping up the interview, Carr recounted a phone call Pegg received from Spielberg, which his enthusiastic mother overheard. Pegg shared the joy of realizing that the man responsible for iconic films like “Raiders of the Lost Ark” was on the other end of the line. Reflecting on the surreal experience, Pegg marveled at the journey from being a 10-year-old describing Spielberg’s movies to his mother, to having the director himself in his mom’s living room.
The interview ended on a lighthearted note, with Pegg and Carr exchanging the famous Vulcan gesture and wishing each other to “live long and prosper.”
Fans of both Simon Pegg and Alan Carr were treated to an entertaining and memorable episode of “Alan Carr: Chatty Man.” The chemistry between the two stars was evident, making for an engaging and humorous conversation that left viewers eagerly awaiting Pegg’s upcoming projects.
Catch the full interview on “Alan Carr: Chatty Man” to witness the charm and wit of Simon Pegg as he talks about his Hollywood journey, shares anecdotes from the set of “Star Trek,” and provides a sneak peek into his exciting new ventures.
