In a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, James Marsden discussed his experience working on various movies and TV shows, including his roles in Deadpool, Wolverine, Sonic the Hedgehog, and the Easter Bunny 2. Marsden also talked about his latest project, the series “Paradise,” which premiered on Hulu.
During the interview, Marsden spoke about his first encounter with Jimmy Kimmel, which happened on a plane to Vegas. Marsden mentioned that he wanted to be friends with Kimmel and tried to strike up a conversation. However, Kimmel seemed to have run away after they landed, leaving Marsden slightly perplexed.
The conversation then transitioned to Marsden’s upbringing in Las Vegas and his fascination with tornadoes. He shared anecdotes about seeing tornadoes in his rearview mirror while driving and his mother’s peculiar safety measure of putting him and his siblings in the bathtub without water during a tornado.
The topic shifted to Marsden’s involvement in the X-Men franchise. Kimmel brought up the fact that Marsden’s character, Cyclops, made an appearance in the credits scenes of the Wolverine and Deadpool movies. Marsden admitted that he was not informed about this beforehand but found it exciting and speculated about the potential implications. He revealed that he still has the goggles, or visor, worn by his character in storage.
Marsden then delved into the topic of passionate fan bases, comparing the fandoms of Sonic the Hedgehog and the X-Men comics. He recalled an awkward encounter at a Hollywood event where a woman confessed that the first time she ever masturbated was while watching him in “Hairspray.” Marsden’s son found it amusing, and Marsden joked about his son’s reaction.
After some lighthearted banter, the conversation turned to Marsden’s role as the president in the series “Paradise.” Marsden explained that his character is a flawed and broken man who doesn’t enjoy being in a position of power. The show revolves around a murder mystery and a community of prominent individuals. Marsden’s character is killed, and his Secret Service agent, played by Sterling K. Brown, becomes a suspect. The show is filled with twists and turns, providing a shroud of mystery for viewers.
Marsden also discussed the unusual fact that he frequently plays dead characters in his acting career. He humorously mentioned instances of being shot or killed in various movies and TV shows. He attributed his ability to play dead convincingly to his Navy SEAL training and the skill of holding his breath for extended periods.
Kimmel and Marsden then chatted about their shared appreciation for ’80s music, particularly Huey Lewis. Marsden, who loves the music of that era, revealed that his character in “Paradise” also has a fondness for ’80s music. Kimmel suggested having Marsden join him and the band Simple Minds on stage in a future episode, which Marsden eagerly agreed to.
In conclusion, James Marsden‘s appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live was filled with laughter, intriguing stories, and hints about his latest project “Paradise.” Fans can catch the show on Hulu, with a special airing on ABC. In the meantime, Marsden’s witty and charming personality continues to captivate audiences both onscreen and offscreen.
