Brendan Fraser on ‘The Whale’ and life away from the spotlight

In this week’s Sunday Sitdown, Brendan Fraser joins Willie Geist to talk about his time outside of the limelight, his Oscar nominated film “The Whale” and its tale of redemption that hits close to home.
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#BrendanFraser #TheWhale #Movie

[@aninjaguardian]

Brendan deserves all the recognition. I'm glad he and Ke Huy Quan are making their comebacks

[@aresef]

Good things happening to good people who have paid their dues. Michelle Yeoh and JLC too.

[@harryr5785]

@@aresef these 4 have my whole heart these days

[@punk77]

thought I was the only one thinking about these two coming back I think not just me but many people who s struggling right now would be tearing up and being inspired by them. so happy for them

[@sunderland69]

​@@punk77 Academy thought so too apparently 😊

[@Kristen242008]

I have always loved Brendan Fraser. He is such a humble, and gentle man. I wish him all the best!

[@Bobaman5400]

​​@louise dow 😂 youre weird

[@TansterRE]

@louise dow Amber Turd didn't fool the jury. Her recording ended up being used against her and was probably the most damaging piece of evidence.

[@elleeme9451]

A true Gentleman. 😊

[@johnflynn9619]

Brendan Fraser is Magnificent. He will win the Oscar.

[@metime4325]

You were right!

[@anandpandey9988]

He won

[@meleynaturnas3078]

👍👍👍👍👍💯

[@tommymarco]

destiny

[@wildlifewarrior2670]

I'm from the future he did

[@babyygravyy]

I was born in 1998 & Brendan, you're a huge part of my childhood. I'm so glad you put your mental and physical health before anything and anyone. You've got this & we're all here cheering you on.

[@dobazajr]

Just saw The Whale. The moment he was placed on screen I was instantly invested. What an incredible performance. Even the supporting cast are incredible too.

[@williamgregory1848]

Respect Brendan Fraser. Protect Brendan Fraser. Support Brendan Fraser. Embrace Brandon Fraser. And most of all: Love Brendan Fraser ❤️

[@lexiehuselton1145]

Just when I thought I couldn't appreciate or care a about this man more an interview like this shows up.Brendan is genuine, thoughtful and able to carry his thought and feelingss clearly to us. He's a true gem.

[@evebelle7]

I am so happy for Brendan ❤ tonight he won his first Oscar❤️❤️❤️

[@meghanmisaliar]

That was the best Oscar win I've ever seen

[@robertashaffer3950]

So proud Brendan is from our beautiful country. Such a nice guy and so so deserving on the Oscar. Wishing him and his family all the best 🙏

[@Jadehawk2864]

This man made my child and adolescent years great! I love Brendan. May he continue to do good things.😍

[@valmacclinchy]

I remember him as the guy who's back from Vietnam, in the movie Now and Then. Just that one scene, and I could tell he was a great actor..

[@RedAurora]

Congratulations and more blessings to the gentle giant, our beloved Brendan! Your whale of a comeback is well deserved. Warm wishes from the Philippines.

[@yvonnebarretta]

Missed this man. Brendan made our day many times. His movies were played repeatedly in our home. He deserves every bit of this. Seems like such a humble and genuinely nice guy x

[@yvonnebarretta]

@Brendan James Fraser lol dude a) Brendan ain't got time to answer random KZbin comments b) Be a better human and stop scamming people.

[@cb4883]

@yvonnebarretta I agree no star would do this petty person

[@karenpower1643]

As a fellow Canadian, I'm so proud of Brendan. He deserves all of the recognition!

[@hectorlopez1069]

He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to Canadian parents.

[@LindaC616]

​@hectorlopez1069 he describes himself as "Canadian-American". We have to share him

[@HawkFest]

@@LindaC616 Yes but Canada, like the USA, is in America, hence all Canadians could say the same thing ;-P... Ok I'm outta here have fun arguing with this

[@LindaC616]

@@HawkFest never said they couldn't. No one wants to argue except you. But thanks for trying to play

[@madzangels]

​@@LindaC616 You're all wrong, you're all British subjects, end of debate.

[@michellemunn7959]

Seeing the love his fellow actors give him is so great. I loved him in the mummy and george of the jungle and inkheart!

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail. Thanks

[@just_typical_tady]

Protect this precious man at all cost!!!

[@mayiehremill4526]

I am so glad he won an Oscar award for best actor performance in the Whale movie. So well deserved. 👏🏽💙😘

[@annberringer8467]

Great interview, I have loved Brendan since the beginning and am so glad he won the Oscar!!! I was routing for him!!! He is such a sweetheart and person and wonderful gifted actor!!!

[@annberringer8467]

@1brendanfraser01-ni3bc since George of the Jungle and Encino Man!!! A long time!

[@annberringer8467]

I am from Pennsylvania. Maybe not that far from your farm.

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

​@@annberringer8467 That isn't him and he doesn't have a farm. Why are you fans so naive and gullible. Trust me, you don't want to have anything to do with the real Brendan either.

[@safer_robert]

What an amazing performance! Just a star could shine like this! Happy for him !

[@sl9991]

So nice to share a moment with such a wonderful man. Congratulations to Brendan. He is a shining beacon of light in today’s dark world. Bravo 👏🏼

[@katecox4339]

I am so glad he’s back.

[@maryrice6952]

I am so proud of Brendan Fraser, what an awesome movie! Beautiful! Love all your movies! So glad you’re back!

[@violetgurl80s60]

I have a good feeling he will win the Oscar. He has lot of support

[@maggiechan33]

His SAG win will help.

[@violetgurl80s60]

@@maggiechan33 👍

[@samuelsperling4773]

he has !!!!!

[@streamyoutub]

Well this aged so well, so quickly! ❤

[@streamyoutub]

Well this aged so well, so quickly! ❤

[@manileno]

I'm cheering for you Brendan!

[@Zohan369]

It was so good to see him in film again, he was so good that it made me feel like older generations of actors are truly a different breed than modern actors.

[@bevhart4604]

Honestly, barely knew who he was, but I did see The Whale. Absolutely loved the movie, a tear jerker for sure! Saw him in many interviews since, what a nice, humble man. I hope he wins!❤

[@kdholden]

You might be too young but TRUST...He deserves this recognition and never should have lost it to begin with.

[@queendaenerys6583]

George of the Jungle????

[@Orlilover4]

you should watch the mummy, hes amazing!

[@noemimelendez503]

​@@kdholden 😊❤ .

[@LindaC616]

Try The Quiet American and Gods and Monsters

[@deb9806]

Seeing Brendan win and Ke were priceless and the backstage hugs with Harrison and Steven Spielberg.

[@wwredgrl1515]

Look at how much weight he’s lost!!! He looks so friggin great!!! He’s a beautiful man inside and out. I hope he wins everything. And so far he’s getting it all. I love him!!! He was still beautiful when he had a few pounds on him - it really doesn’t matter. He’s a well loved man

[@timporo]

it's a fatsuit

[@wwredgrl1515]

@@timporo I know it was a fat suit. That’s not what I’m talking about

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

​@@wwredgrl1515 He's off of Lithium and Prednisone. Get ready for the crash.

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

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[@rjmtk]

He’s always been a favorite of mine. He’s always been so humble.

[@janices6140]

I've been an admirer of his talent for years. He deserves the accolades, and perhaps now is the perfect time for him to receive them since he's stepped away from the limelight for a minute and had the chance to find out what really has meaning for him. Win that Oscar!

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

Janice S A minute is exactly how long he 'stepped away'.

[@catherine4092]

😘😘❤️❤️❤️Brendan you are beautiful and very humble . Mr right! Love you Catherine from AZ

[@PatTriesAgain]

I want to hug this man so much. I feel so happy and sad for him.

[@CarolineBoyce1]

All the best to Brendan Fraser! ❤️

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail. Thanks

[@GrotrianSeiler]

He’s never been recognized for his talent. It’s about time

[@meghanmisaliar]

He's so sweet and humble. His wife is lucky

[@SK-jp2ok]

He’s the best. I really hope he wins 👏

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail. Thanks

[@gabethedinosaur95]

I just saw Brenden frasher at the Santa Barbara film festival last week and it’s been 15 years since he acted in movies . It’s good to have you back Brenden frasher I’ve missed you

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

15 years? Ever heard of IMDb?

[@gabethedinosaur95]

@@ifyouonlyknew811 his last movie was the mummy 3 which was 15 years since he acted . Yes I use IMDb all the time .

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

@@gabethedinosaur95 You obviously went to the wrong page. He has credits from 1991 to present.

[@gabethedinosaur95]

@@ifyouonlyknew811 that’s right he did . The 90s were his best years . George of the jungle the mummy the mummy returns , looney tunes and journey to the center of the earth

[@LindaC616]

​@@gabethedinosaur95The Quiet American and Gods and Monsters were very good as well

[@sarasmith9333]

WE ARE SO HAPPY HE IS BACK!

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail. Thanks

[@marvintran7813]

I’m rooting for him at the Oscars!! Good luck Brandon Fraser!!

[@katrin896]

He is so deserving of this, he's such a loveable, likable, lovely human being!

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail. Thanks

[@esb183]

Brendan is truly a legend actor, he is a big part of my childhood time. Happy to see him back and my full support for him. Can’t wait to see more of his movies n the future.

[@esb183]

@Brendan FraserThank you very much for your time provided by leaving a message and acknowledge our admiration for you. Right after I watch your movie George of the Jungle I became an avid fan of yours, I wish I can meet you in person when I visit New York. 😃🐨

[@JOVANNEMUSIC]

He deserves the Oscar!! What a performance!! I had some tears watching it..great movie!👍👍👍👍

[@cb4883]

I hope he does win 🏆 but I have a feeling austin butler will for elvis

[@LindaC616]

​@@cb4883aaaand......

[@cb4883]

@Aquarius_1983 I know he did and iam very pleased for him he deserved it 👍

[@maryrice6952]

Brendan sending you a virtual standing ovation on such a brilliant job on the whale just beautiful loved the movie you hit all the emotions I cried I am so glad you’re back!

[@tiffanycurtis4794]

2:39 to 2:43 so handsome 🥰 I love the fact he doesn’t live in Hollywood that town doesn’t deserve down to earth souls like this He deserves it all 👏🏾 ❤️🔥

[@connieverbeck1110]

What a humble man!! Thank you, Willie! I dearly loved/love him in With Honors. Drag it down from the shelf and reenjoy it from time to time! 😊 Congratulations.

[@bobdole4432]

Oscar winner

[@usastrongwoman1]

I have always had so much respect for Brendon. I have never heard anyone say a bad word about him. Also, he has put out so many enjoyable movies over his career. I am so happy that he is back on the big screen and once again we are able to enjoy his art. Congratulations Brendon.

[@icc2010]

If you watch his interviews over the past few much you can see how more comfortable he gets. Id see interview of brendan and he seemed very nervous and anxious. Here is seems very comfortable. Proud of ya man

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

icc2010 Lithium.

[@marcirsigler3691]

hes getting back in shape, that s so great to see! lets safe this mans life he such a good soul

[@mikeyoung3189]

It’s Always Good & Enjoyable Flick when Brendan Fraser’s involved!! Once again Brendan……Well Done!!. Worth a watch ..

[@justineves3588]

That is why he is one of my absolute favorite actor ever

[@justineves3588]

I have always been a fan of you are one of the very best actor ever one of my favorite movies with you is the mummy

[@mobobb3555]

A brilliant performance by Brendan Fraser. I hpe that he wins.

[@m.r.alvarez5611]

Wishing you all the success in the world, Brendan Fraser! Cheers!

[@sampultapestry]

gosh, I've always had such a huge actor crush on him. I've never really seen interviews with him until now. He also just seems so lovely!

[@hannihmicah]

I loved all your movies. I admire your acting skills.

[@triciaanaya3488]

I've loved Brendan Fraser for years I'm glad he's back and he deserved that Oscar

[@casperboreanaz]

He does archery too! Congratulations on the win🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 so happy for him 🥰

[@chelseapoet3664]

An excellent interviewer who actually listens. Well done.

[@tammyhollandsworth6783]

A completely different side I’m seeing. Didn’t hear about the movie until today. Looking forward to watching it. What a blessing to be where you are today! 😊

[@MsNetouu]

Nature is the best medicine. I love Brendan and I'm so happy to see him make a come back.

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

He's owned that house since 2012. He bought it just before he cried poverty and sued Afton to lower the alimony payments because he was so poor. He also had it furnished/decorated for $755,000. His business manager was subpoenaed in court. Brendan isn't the brightest bulb in the box.

[@MsNetouu]

@Ifyouonlyknew My comment had nothing to do with his house though. But thanks for letting me know all that.

[@EmA-sm8se]

Oh goodness, he seems so kind and humble

[@sammysworld5485]

I admire this beautiful actor. I’ve followed his performances in the 90’s. He also done a small role in “The Affair” which was amazing. The Oscar is well deserved. Couldn’t have happened to a more humble man. ❤

[@sleeplessrug7549]

Bro we all been waiting for you dude … your gonna do great bro you already are

[@thomasgutknecht688]

Brendon, you are the man who has both. love and strength. thank you so much for your feelings and thank you for your kindness. You are truly unique

[@jrrj-vf4jb]

What An Actor 😲

[@warwickvanstaden3139]

The amount of respect I have for this man is endless

[@victoriagerlach5119]

What an amazing experience for him,to bust back into life with a fresh perspective and a humble one. I've always enjoyed his portrayal of the roles that he he played. The Mummy series is one that I watched multiple times. May his life find the perfect place. God bless you Brendan. 🙏

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail. Thanks

[@animallover3904]

@@Keanu_Reeves-p6w farzi

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

He's so "humble" he bought that house and furnished/ decorated it for $755,000. It's in the court papers.

[@daniellepreyar]

Brendan is the man! So happy for him. ❤️

[@den6919]

Its just so great to see Brendan back,the OSCAR achievement from a first nomination is beyond inspiring,beyond incredible,I am truly happy for him.I just wanta to see him in THE WHALE so badly!

[@Mark_R_Tho]

He is so beautiful, inside and out🫠

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail.

[@elleeme9451]

I absolutely love him. Such a good man.

[@ruthlester-scott7572]

Love him ❤️

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail. Thanks

[@janeybakarbessy2330]

Seriously, Brendan Fraser disappeared! He didn't disappear nobody believed him about the allegations he had because his had been assaulted by producer Philip Berk president at that time for Hollywood Foreign Press Association. He didn't get any rolles but silenced Brendan. People in high places get away with everything. Glad that he is back. Why don't the Today show but a subject on that.

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

Janet Bakarbessy IF that is true, then what changed? What happened? How is he back?

[@violetgurl80s60]

His ex wife ruined him also she called him a fraud

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

@@violetgurl80s60 He is a fraud. Afton prevented him from self-destructing for 14 years. When he walked away from her, he lost everything, and deserved to.

[@kdholden]

​@@ifyouonlyknew811 His alleged assaulter is No Longer the president for the Hollywood foreign press and (especially during and following the "Me too" movement) no longer holds power over his career. He began getting offers for roles again because the truth is that he should have never been black listed in the first place.

[@kdholden]

​@@ifyouonlyknew811 PS Love your ironic name in this comment 😁. Fits so perfect. If you are interested in details, Brendan claimed that Philip grabbed his butt/groped him and Brendan immediately spoke out about how wrong and uncomfortable it was. He was instantaneously black listed for years until now.

[@stephaniegraham7108]

I’m really happy for him

[@stephaniegraham7108]

@Brendan Fraser don’t make me tell my age lol

[@lorrainegallegos2004]

An amazing and incredible actor. God bless you always.

[@rosemercer212]

A great interview

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail.

[@perseverancelite1]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾!!! So happy for him!!!

[@nikolinacvitkovic4665]

So sooo happy for him!

[@amandamichelletenney]

I loved him in Scrubs, such an underrated performance 🥰🥰

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail. Thanks

[@Juju-l3o]

His voice has always been so comforting and amazing, great actor.

[@stephenlukacs4437]

I literally Forgot about Brendan Fraser , he was Away from the spotlight for a long time , But came back with a goog performance , the Whale and winning an Oscar!

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

That's right, you forgot about him. So did most of his fans. He was never gone. He has credits from 1991-present. No years missing. 57 movies. 20 TV shows including 7 series from 2016-present. He orchestrated his "comeback", partly to punish his disloyal former fans. He conned you all.

[@SantiAisyah-nu4cw]

Mr. Brendan fraser he's my favourite actor,since i was a kid...Love you sir,god bless you,good luck for everything in your life sir.I love you sir👍👍👍best and great actor forever....

[@АндрейЛевченко-э9н]

Brandon, I am very glad that you have become well-deserved. Oscar slipped of course, but yours is 100% deserved. I was even surprised that the agenda that exists in the United States, you were given it. A worthy actor and good luck to you dear. (RU)

[@MrMisuma]

People loved him. Then many people made fun of him online. Now people love him again. Humans, am I right? 🤢

[@MaurandisDaRadusFilms]

Your absolutely right...first they love u then they hate u then they love u again. Humans will human

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

He guilted them with his fake sob story in GQ. People who hadn't watched anything he's done in the past 15 years and who hadn't given him a second thought since they hated the 3rd Mummy movie, we're made to feel guilty after his fake victim revelations. He's conning the public with a PR firm working overtime to keep it going.

[@rootsandpots5841]

I love this man! What an inspiration & talent!!!❤

[@dhurley8522]

I always loved Brendan, and always will ❤

[@hannihmicah]

I am glad to see you again.

[@pamparkat8122]

Welcome back. To an amazing actor and a amazing man.

[@ChristianCentury2000]

I’m so glad that Brendon won an Oscar! He was up and rising in the 1990s. Then he seemed to have faded away. Now he’s back!

[@deborahcates]

Count me among the many cheering him on.

[@Keanu_Reeves-p6w]

Thank you so much ❤️. Your support is what keeps me going , so in return i have decided to give something back to my fans by asking my management to set up an interactive community and i would like you to join. Kindly go to my channel description, you will find a gmail address feel free to send in your mail.

[@AmandaMG6]

I love him so much for this and everything else.

[@TheShoeb01]

Give me my Rick O Connell back. I dearly missed him all these years. I have almost cried seeing him lift the Oscar.

[@littleladii95]

I'm glad he's back. I hope he directs or produces his own movies soon :)

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

He's too lazy.

[@vidapetz1360]

Brendan is amazing and the award is well deserved.

[@patriciahenderson5898]

I LOVE BRENDAN!!!

[@anthonyvasquez1316]

A fact people forget he did a movie where he got top billing over Harrison Ford when they did a movie together called Extraordinary Measures. That's how talented he is.

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

Anthony Vasquez It was a TV movie. Ford was a producer. Considering Brendan was drunk on set and couldn't remember his lines and Ford had to reprimand him in front of the cast and crew, he should be grateful.

[@bojangles5232]

Thank you for this film Brenden, it reminds us to see the humanity in every person from all walks of life

[@benjamindominguez568]

Mr. Fraser not only are you a fantastic actor, but a fine human. Many blessings.

[@Lamia_IssaEgypt]

You are amazing dear 😍😍❤️❤️❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@aakash.sharma]

Keanu’s got competition 😄 love you Brendan.. you deserve all the good things coming your way.. thank you for making my childhood awesome with the mummy movies..

[@BrittanyLonardo6516]

I just watched this movie today and my Goddness such a beautiful movie. It's a story that many have dealt with personally. I truly believe Brendan was the perfect choice for the character ❤

[@metime4325]

What a beautiful place. So calming and healing just like the man himself. And congratulations with the Oscar!

[@metime4325]

@Brendan Fraser since Encino Man!!

[@metime4325]

@Brendan Fraser 🇨🇦