My journey from Marine to actor | Adam Driver | TED

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Before he fought in the galactic battles of Star Wars, Adam Driver was a United States Marine with 1/1 Weapons Company. He tells the story of how and why he became a Marine, the complex transition from soldier to civilian - and Arts in the Armed Forces, his nonprofit that brings theater to the military. Because, as he says: "Self-expression is just as valuable a tool as a rifle on your shoulder." Followed by a spirited performance of Marco Ramirez's "I am not Batman" by Jesse J. Perez and Matt Johnson. (Adult language)
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[@iiballisticpanda]

Imagine some guy in your platoon getting injured right before deployment, and years later, at home, you think you recognize Kylo Ren but can’t remember where from.

[@tomfield8766]

iiBallistic Panda Wow, that’s deep...

[@stephen5102]

I sure they did

[@crusader3400]

Miguel Bibanski ?

[@offworldart5367]

They’d probably stand up I their theater seat and say “I know him!!”

[@adamj8385]

Could have just as easily ended up dumpster diving behind Panera Bread.... I’ve seen fellow jarheads move onto to everything.

[@femto2168]

Adam after 9/11 was probably like: *"The map to Bin Laden. Where is it?"*

[@paulgosu2773]

Walettuce top comment

[@SecretService01]

Definitely top comment

[@Klaus_Schwab]

100% top comment

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[@erictwhitman]

As an Army vet, I completely get this. While my career has been in education, that depression and loss of purpose after entering the civilian world. Good story!

[@mishka8559]

Completely feel the same way. My entire identity from 17 years old when I went in 1987 and retired 2010. Still living, but the purpose is a bit chaotic out here.

[@black4432]

Same. I joined at 17 and spent the first six years of my adult life in the military and when I got out due to a back injury I felt like I lost my purpose. The hardest part of serving, and specifically deploying, is coming home and adjusting to normalcy again. It’s a whole different world and it’s hard to explain to people who were never in it

[@danielhunter2670]

Same-12 yrs in NAV and med boarded out...spinning wheels trying to find my purpose...still looking...

[@vishiousbacon]

Yep. I've been struggling with it since I got out in 2014

[@nicholaslennon]

Being medically separated is devastating. It's like being kicked out of a family.

[@johnrobichaud1983]

He also injured his back from carrying the whole trilogy since 2015

[@Thisworldisagoner]

Both injuries leading to greatness

[@aerophine_66]

Yep... 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽

[@page2877]

This is so true, they ruined the saga

[@joelhighfield1568]

Bruh I nearly died reading this

[@brentd7103]

perfect comment. clap

[@Andrew-ez6gr]

He can play a young professor snape

[@flighttherapybullisticfpv133]

Aha this might actually be the best idea ive heard in a while and i dont even like harry potter movies lol watching him pull off snapes character would be amazing lol

[@IamAngeline]

Omgosh yes!

[@guillermovasquez9753]

That would be fucking amazing

[@christinamarcet1780]

That would be so great, but JK Rowling insists on British actors only for her characters.

[@tvalla]

@@christinamarcet1780 One thing bad about the cast was that they were SO OLD. Snape should be like Adam in fact, a man in his 30s

[@jengrace12]

The batman monologue was incredibly moving. I have four immediate family that are veterans. Grew up on and around military bases. My mom counseled wounded warrior families. I'm reading 'The Body Keeps the Score" and think that the arts in the military foundation sounds incredibly healing.

[@lb5368]

The Body Keeps the Score is a transformational book! I recommend it to all Veterans and trauma survivors 💙

[@Subdood04]

I spent 20 years in the Navy on Submarines. I consider myself well read and well spoken. When I retired I was absolutely terrified to get out. That transition has been much more difficult than I imagined. Adam Driver put words to that I never even considered. Thank you so very much Mr. Driver!

[@theinternetlawyer7126]

The silent service goes hard

[@amandakelley1331]

My dad was a submariner at the end of the Vietnam War. My husband served in the Navy on an aircraft carrier. Thank you for your service.

[@cdass001]

He’s wearing three different shades of black and I respect it

[@BasedNeptune]

Midnight, jaguar, and onyx

[@Spidr-Man]

@@BasedNeptune stfu

[@sum1221]

Spider-Man You sound more like your friendly hood Spiderman

[@Spidr-Man]

@@sum1221 Dang... I was hoping to start a fight tbh but this is better tho

[@Spidr-Man]

@@BasedNeptune There it is lol

[@flappypancake85]

It sounded like he was holding back tears when the crowd laughed.

[@contaejus]

he always sounds like he's holding back tears...

[@nuckle5525]

Yamedo he does

[@venomous2362]

I know people say he has performance anxiety I think, so maybe it’s that

[@Navue-cn2tx]

What part?

[@frankgile1996]

@@venomous2362 Maybe that's the case, but he's good; if all his other performances are this good, there's nothing to worry about... This was great!!!

[@ssnewp2340]

When Scorsese and Spike Lee both said he's one of the best of this generation, you know this guy is gonna be remembered in history

[@SS-tq2dp]

My gosh, the monologue... the most touching thing I've watched in recent times. Also, Adam's voice just completely sounds like one of those people working for any of the forces- so strong and unwavering. He's such a star

[@jacksuarezkimmel909]

Never thought Kylo Ren would do a ted talk. Cool guy.

[@gustavhokback3754]

Jack Suarez Kimmel its not kylo ren its Matt the radar technician

[@pinkcrewmate8103]

PERKELE Magnusson I KNEW IT

[@coachjohn2190]

@@gustavhokback3754 Hahahahaha yeah I just watched that video

[@enderbartnik3148]

1000th like bb

[@epicutz7921]

It’s Ben solo dumb dumb

[@elmundoparami]

His acting in “A marriage story” was sublime

[@bakoe7604]

Is it any good. Looks pretty bland

[@thelilpeter]

It was verrrry good!

[@ezreth]

@@bakoe7604 if you like watching Adam Driver and Scar Jo with short hair screaming at each other 90% of the time

[@OmniDarkz]

@@bakoe7604 very good give it a watch

[@braveheartalice]

@@bakoe7604 It's not something I'd say is for everyone. It's a deep and mature story about the loss of love and of life changes, and is a highly realistic story with incredible acting and direction. It's not gonna have any high stakes climaxes or action; just the story between two people whose marriage fell apart

[@Sabamonster]

As a 40 year old disabled combat veteran - I have a newfound level of respect for this man.

[@blueraven1014]

This dude rolled up to a TED talk not in a fancy suit or fancy clothing, he rolled up in a hoodie, shirt, and jeans that looks like he could pick them up at a local AE. I like that.

[@puppchenschnuppchen4984]

So people who chose to wear chic clothing mean less to you?

[@Numbuh10125]

@@puppchenschnuppchen4984 yes.

[@sosomi4821]

That’s a blazer

[@WitchesKarma]

@@Numbuh10125😂

[@volylatimer]

​@@puppchenschnuppchen4984yes

[@clashstuff4557]

Who knew Matt the radar technician could be a marine

[@exsertharp]

marine -> actor -> supreme leader and technician. a technician that doesnt know wheres the calcinator!

[@TurboDub1991]

I'm didn't get to eat my muffin yet, Matt!

[@extremeplayz42]

I think it’s him 90%

[@jaimemontejano8201]

I see what's in your mind...

[@stormswagger7869]

ExsertHarp bruh he's the complete package

[@requiemforsolace]

When Adam Driver is more badass then the villain he's most famous for playing...

[@Wade_Fucking_Wilson]

PrimeXero Kylo is the least intimidating antagonist ever

[@brobot4562]

Ꭲ Ꮋ Ꮎ Ꭱ that’s cuz he’s not really supposed to be

[@danielflanard8274]

@@Wade_Fucking_Wilson He's a down to earth villain. He doesn't have it all figured out, he's conflicted, and he's not overtly evil.

[@jerryschwarzbach3253]

The giant crab in Moana is scarier than Kylo Ren lol

[@josiahsuarez5415]

PrimeXero Ehhh I’d say Kylo is pretty damn badass. For one he stopped a blaster bolt in mid air then proceeded to interrogate Poe at the same time, he didn’t slow it, or deflect it. He froze it there. For two he kills his own father face to face like he was nothing to him, breaks Poe mentally and gains information from him through torture, takes a direct impact from Chewie’s bow caster to his abdomen which is a weapon shown to obliterate other individuals and walks it off like it was nothing to then have two lightsaber battles in the freezing cold while bleeding. Not only that but he’s not scared to show his face and look at you eye to eye, he happily takes off his mask in his first ever debut in film and doesn’t care about his appearance. Then in TLJ he kills Snoke by manipulating him into a false sense of security and authority, and then fights off 3+ Praetorian guards by himself, decapitates one in a 1v3 fight, throws another in a fan where’s he’s torn to shreds. Plus his broken nature and his temper make him unpredictable. On one side he could not care and spare your life, on the other he might go into a fit of rage and slaughter anyone nearby he deems dismissible. Remember that scary and badass are two separate things.

[@nadinel5635]

I know we're all here for Adam Driver, but the performance that followed his talk was OUTSTANDING!

[@1stdebunker]

That rah. He's a Marine through and through. Semper Fi brother. Thrilled you found success and appreciation in life

[@ellafearless9700]

He speaks so solidly and surely.. he doesnt hesitate

[@Xx-xk7xu]

It's because he lived it.

[@kiki13450]

Ella Fearless he also went to a school that talk him how to do this stuff. Even if I lived it, I don’t think I could articulate it as well as he does

[@andrewjohnson3940]

He was trained as a Marine, they're disciplined to speak with purpose, ignoring anything insignificant, to just get the details and information across in the most effective, efficient manor. Because anything in addition is useless. He's also an actor, trained to say what he's supposed to without hesitating or using the wrong emotions/dwelling on the insignificant details.

[@alishag1662]

@@andrewjohnson3940 I agree. Everything from the way he moves, speaks, and even stares at the audience is due to his training as a marine. It's interesting to see and even hear him explain how that moment in his life was so impactful and significant to him.

[@sonicjackalopeproductions3342]

That is the unique combination of Juliard and USMC training. The Marines taught him to speak only when needing to convey the most accurate of information. Juliard taught him to think about WHO he is speaking to and why

[@antennawilde]

Smarter than everyone in this thread, Adam Driver is.

[@khymaaren]

Hello there,

[@cullenpinney2997]

ok Redditor it’s called “the comments”

[@Goobagoo]

Good one

[@ghostwalker257]

Indeed, master Yoda...

[@eeeeeetp]

@Dreadd some cringy reddit user got triggered easily....he was saying that the word thread is now mostly heard when talking about Reddit.

[@kn7615]

This monologue is genius. My heart is sweetened and staggered all at the same time. Thank you so much, artists ~

[@isaacj2410]

What’s it about? It went over my head.

[@nicolasflores3632]

@@isaacj2410 Its about the struggle of powerlessness children feel. When people find themselves in a situation that leaves them powerless they often turn to escapism and imagine what it would be like to be as powerful as you want. For a lot of children, this materializes in comic book characters such as batman.

[@dextergrif]

I love this so much. I could hear him talk about his life forever. He’s so articulate. One thing a lot of people forget about Adam Driver is how funny he is. Even in just a talk like this he manages to keep stories that are clearly very depressing parts of his life lighthearted by sprinkling in humor, but without taking away the seriousness of what he’s discussing.

[@stephenwilson1012]

When he starts talking about the Marines, he speeds up and talks louder. It's his passion.

[@thememe-inator532]

Migfra Danmark oh stfu they defend our country and keep us safe

[@whoisthedeepstate7852]

@Migfra Danmark alright when the hajis attack you can be frontlines and the marines can stay back and hide on a keyboard

[@weaboo101]

Migfra Danmark ok

[@MW-tq6wd]

Migfra Danmark ok boomer

[@Deadriser]

@@thememe-inator532 Not really. I don't think any military members are inherently bad people, I think for whatever reason you do the job it requires bravery to do. But to say they defend our country is just false. In rare cases they probably perform actions that we don't know about that keep us safe, and the dissuasion they cause just by existing is protecting us. But in practically every case the military is just a tool for the government and corporations to make money. Seriously, look into the reasons behind every war we've been in after WWII. The only people claiming it's "to defend America" are the politicians trying to deceive the population so they support it. What they do once they actually wage war is quite telling.

[@khulanerdene5985]

Why's no one talking about the "I am not Batman" piece? It was stellar!!!

[@renatofigueroajimenez7806]

Tha finale... Wordless

[@OfficialMyxomatosis]

@@renatofigueroajimenez7806 Tears

[@sergiovelasco6884]

It remind me the movie "Birdman" with the drums and the superheroe touch

[@JudyCZ]

Exactly! I almost stopped the video after the talk but it felt disrespectful so I watched it all and wow was it powerful.

[@kateeigs6457]

Antonio Iniguez to show how performances don’t require extravagant budgets and productions to be good

[@lukenaoumovitch4477]

This made me realize how good a biography about his life could be as a film or a play…

[@jena_rese]

Adam Driver is an incredibly talented actor and i hope he goes far in his career. In Star Wars when he's conflicted between good and evil, you can literally feel the emotion you can see the conflict on his face and in his mannerisms. He's truly talented

[@jeffreytan2948]

Man, he's incredibly eloquent. He was talking non-stop, with not a hint of a pause of like oh or um like the words and sentences were already pre-formed in his head before the talk and he was just reading it out loud...

[@CHHINSTRUMENTALSSONGSMUSIC]

8:39 😂😂

[@lautrecrb746]

I mean, he’s an actor. Rehearsing and performing dialogue is kind of his job.

[@bishokhan8926]

I speak like that when I’ve rehearsed and memorized a play... I’ve seen him in live interviews and he doesn’t usually talk this fast

[@XxGhost141xX]

I'd like think that non stop confidence in his words is both him and the nature of being a marine. In a career like that, they carry themselves a certain way that let's you know about their discipline and heritage within that branch.

[@benp1177]

It's almost like he prepared for his speech or something

[@nategrabowski3680]

This dude just said "lost in the sauce" in a ted talk. I love it

[@zainabsiddiqui6154]

when

[@danielsan8353]

@@zainabsiddiqui6154 7:50

[@TheGnarlyPigeon]

@@danielsan8353 7:47

[@toadfrommario943]

Literally read it right as he said that lmao

[@toadfrommario943]

Literally read it right as he said that lmao

[@jaredlopez1979]

His portrayal of Squire Legris on the Last Duel is my favorite of his performances

[@sheilad6405]

Wow, I didn't know he was a marine. Awesome story and a great way for other marines, soldiers, sailors, and air force personnel to overcome trauma. Sometime the call to duty is different than what we envision. This is awesome! Semper Fi!

[@billiey36]

Adam's organization is so effective that it is on standby to be called in when a base needs a morale boost. He doesn't call it therapy but it's pretty obvious it works that way.

[@eschmabriel]

Adam Driver: casually talks about his life me: subconsciously waiting for him to whip out a lightsaber

[@mrcreepmcpasta2959]

The Bad Connection underrated commented

[@boxieracorn8445]

Ali Selmen is it?

[@mrcreepmcpasta2959]

BoxierAcorn844 yes

[@Sevro720]

The Bad Connection “JOIN ME REY, REEEEEEEEEEE!”

[@Seggsier]

BoxierAcorn844 he posted that when the comment had like 3 likes

[@arthurtelf]

I like Adam Driver a lot more now. He speaks openly and honestly without shame.

[@WoopyG]

ClassifiedKiwi No,Keanu Reeves is 1.0,2.0,3.0 every possible outcome is only him

[@KapybaraKSP]

@@WoopyG *yes*

[@justdeath...]

I now know who adam driver is.

[@maistooo]

@@justdeath... he's now an open source driver.

[@MrSampsonne]

maisto you win the internet for the day, enjoy your victory!

[@CaptTragedy]

Surprised how well spoken he is, seems like a genuinely transparent human being, I’d love to have him as my friend.

[@billiey36]

Transparent is a wonderful compliment. It takes a secure person to be strong enough to be honest.

[@paul13kelly]

As someone who has served, this is an amazing summary of a military life and the bonds that connect us. I have never watched one of your films, but now I am going to watch all of them. Thanks for articulating what life in the Marines is.

[@lb5368]

Thank you for your service

[@acrophobe]

He's one of those rare actors that just comes across as a super solid dude all around. No pretensions, humble, respectful, forthcoming, carries himself well, speaks naturally and confidently to a crowd seemingly off the cuff. His great talent and range on screen is the cherry on top of his personality, whereas for most actors it's all we ever get to know or care for about them.

[@rowni]

He's definitely been an underrated actor for so long. Im so happy that people are FINALLY starting to notice this wholesome and all-round awesome actor and as a person in general!

[@rowni]

He is so much like Keanu Reeves as well!

[@anuraagthakur896]

You should see him in "marriage story", absolutely phenomenal.

[@aaronmcdermitt9179]

Dude walked out of an interview the other day cause he didn't wanna listen to a clip of himself from one of his movies.

[@acrophobe]

@@aaronmcdermitt9179 The reporting on that is that he has a phobia of watching himself on screen. He's struggled with attending movie premieres and watching promo clips of himself for years. Having anxiety is no reflection on his character.

[@drobon3w962]

“I became less aggressive” *Laughs in Kylo Ren*

[@lorelord2272]

*laughs in Matt the Technician*

[@frazzyblue1384]

I’m genuinely in tears thank you for this genius comment random person on the internet

[@gameparty-yt7290]

What are you doing here abcacchio I thought the boss doughnuted u

[@drobon3w962]

Chika Fujiwara uh oh...

[@gameparty-yt7290]

@@drobon3w962 you thought I wouldn't notice but don't worry I won't tell anyone

[@mardenfernandes5526]

Jesse perez deserves a whole lot of applauds, It must be feeling so breathless but he played it so beautifully he is amazing, actors deserve a lot of respect it just seems easy but it's not that easy. adam driver is has played every role so nicely it never seems like acting, he is literally one of the greatest actors to ever exist.

[@todd3386]

I think Adam Driver comes across in such an intelligent and human way. He is a great actor; I look forward to seeing him and hearing him in much more

[@mouthguard17]

Adam Driver is so casually attractive. Wow.

[@markdavila5297]

It's cuz he's rich and famous

[@em.kay21]

Geo Manhire bro Ik he’s just so like able idk

[@gh0stpixie213]

Ikr and his voice 🥵

[@lastnamefirstname5295]

young snape

[@AbcDefg-tq3ju]

I love how all the guys responses are just jealousy

[@thatmandan4488]

this man carried the disney star wars trilogy on his back

[@empress9554]

Fact, he pretty much got the only sliver of good writing too. Although writing angry male is kinda easy, he made it so much more. Adam really is talented.

[@andrewisawesome55]

Even if the new trilogy divides fans, kylo ren has become one of my favorite star wars characters.

[@aimbotarrow5981]

Kinda of weird due to the main focus being on Rey, and her turning into a Mary Sue

[@chekerzz66]

Everyone hates on Kylo but he was so intense and emotional.just a fantastic actor in Adam

[@mattdieck7146]

Blue Dawn lol

[@pattimurphyrocks]

What a treat to hear Adam Driver speak of his own experiences. But then the monologue.....simply amazing

[@kn7615]

After 13 years of work with WAY vulnerable kids, I can say this monologue is THE REAL. Thank you thank you, brilliant performers, so so much ~

[@therootofeverything3623]

The fact that a marine would eventually carry the Star Wars sequel trilogy is extremely strange.

[@jebalitabb8228]

The Root Of Everything lmao heavy emphasis on carry. He literally had to drag the whole cast along

[@Noah-zo4gn]

The Root Of Everything only good thing about the sequels and rise of skywalker was the only movie with a tiny bit of decency

[@DustinIsCool]

Sequels were only good because of him

[@bigeddie46]

Completely agree. Kylo Ren was the king of those movies. Rey was great in the first one.

[@Numbuh10125]

Jebalita BattleBush actually, I think the whole of the cast did the best they could. That's the thing with Star Wars. It's the writing that's bad, and the actors have to make do.

[@miriamschwan7881]

He will make an unbelievable acting teacher, if he isn‘t already. He is so eloquent and precise!

[@nathanielsattler1382]

If he eventually goes back to teach at Juilliard that will be the cherry on top

[@mutually_assured_destruction_]

How about his role as theater director Charlie in “Marriage Story”.

[@miriamschwan7881]

@@mutually_assured_destruction_ What does that have to do with teaching?

[@JohnSmith-nk9qc]

Marry me and your name will be Mariam Mamo

[@starlight4086]

Miriam Schwan In the movie “A Marriage Story” Adam played the role of “Michael” Michael was a broadway acting teacher and was very passionate about acting, so much so it tared his marriage apart.

[@vickidash-slesinski746]

I’m an Army veteran and 28 year member of the American Legion. This is an inspiring presentation and will be sharing this with my fellow veterans. Thank you for your service.

[@magicmarie8403]

When he said he could take a chance and if he fails he could live in a park. That right there. We will always be soldiers. There is no rock bottom. Just a temporary situation.

[@memoryhero]

That moment when Kylo Ren gives you solid moral advice.

[@haiqal5333]

😂😂😂

[@gabeasher187]

It may still happen.

[@somehowaturtle9802]

And remember kids: stabbing your father can hurt his feelings, say no to violence!

[@krazyhatter6479]

I Mean Its His Famous Role .But Its Adam Driver To You....He will Go Places Kylo Ren Its Only the beginning

[@AM-dg7ww]

Jin Kazama Saber throw.

[@Ryosous]

A marine to a Jedi trainee to a Sith his life is a rollercoaster

[@blip_blop6777]

Boof don’t forget a divorced husband!

[@muricaneagle666]

to a jedi again spoiler alert

[@Dkfuryy]

Boof he was never a sith he was just a dark force user

[@willtheway9691]

‘MuricanEagle lol fucking idiot

[@antidepressants7162]

To a jedi

[@drizzlesmum]

Adam Driver is so articulate and decent. I loved the reading though. A very compelling play and engaging performance by Jesse Perez. It brought tears to my eyes. It is amazing that Adam Driver didn’t just take his success and wallow in self-interest - instead he used his success and growth to facilitate such an amazing acting and human development program. Kudos! So impressive!

[@mr.nobody5099]

"You Can Tell On How Much The Military Meant To Him...If You Look Very Closely At The Way He Moves His Eyes...The Intensity Of The Emotion That He Was Expressing."

[@charlesbentley6033]

The line: "he held his gun up at the sky like he was holding Jesus hostage" is perhaps one of the most well delivered lines I've seen in a long time

[@kazukid8027]

Charles Bentley how did you SEE that?

[@charlesbentley6033]

@@kazukid8027 bruh do you not know how acting works- you use your eyes to see how something is delivered (body language etc)

[@kazukid8027]

Lol he literally said that was one of the greatest lines he’s ever seen

[@matttisdell2455]

Kazu -kid are you an actual dumbass?

[@failghost3690]

"I WANT TO EAT MY MUFFIN MATT"

[@pogchamp2764]

2016: Nothing 2017: Nothing 2018: Nothing 2019: Nothing End of 2019, Start of 2020: Recommended

[@emitokay1159]

It's rise of skywalker I'm tellin you

[@instantnudles]

Overused

[@nataliabae3149]

I know!!

[@Blastanker]

Googles Uncle Sam propaganda machine ready to get young men ready for Iran

[@WizardCrumbs]

like 1,5 thousand, there you go

[@candaceblack6438]

Army vet. I remember the feeling of the loss of community when I got out. It's such a hard transition that you don't realize exists until you're in those shoes. Ten years of my life spent with the greatest friends I ever had, only to realize I was no longer SGT whoever, I was now just Candace.

[@WitchesKarma]

Thank you SGT for your sacrifice. I appreciate you!

[@lili011]

Adam's ted talk is one of the ones I always come back to to listen. I wish he had a podcast

[@clairobscur1413]

Why are people in the comments acting like this man only acted in star wars

[@MMXX_CE]

His roll in Logan Lucky is the best thing in that whole movie.

[@jimbeilaw4506]

I have never seen him in any other movie.

[@Orclin]

@@jimbeilaw4506 in Netflix 'Marriage Story' his acting was as good as Joaquin Phoenix in 'Joker' last year. He's really fantastic!

[@MotraZotra]

He didn't act in any movie, he can't act.

[@clairobscur1413]

@@MotraZotra hm he went to julliard, one of the most prestigious acting schools in the world, got a golden globe nomination and is praised for his acting all the time... why would you even say that? I need answers

[@Eliphasleviathan93]

"Don't get lost in the sauce" -Adam Driver

[@Ashley-el4wf]

No, that is from G-Eazy

[@Ashley-el4wf]

No, G-Eazy said it first

[@Eliphasleviathan93]

@@Ashley-el4wf No, actually that is from Gucci Mane

[@isaiahwall8229]

It’s a common saying in the marines lol

[@ktkiller12]

Ashley relax nobody cares jesus

[@Cyanid3-VX]

1/4 WPNS CO FDC Chief here. Adam is on point. Such an awesome story. 1/4 Weapons represent!!

[@bremenpark1]

Wow....I never knew this about him. As a combat veteran, if I met you Adam, I would say this...Thank you for your service in and out of the Marine Corp. Please don't regret what kept you from deploying. God has his plan for all of us. Good or bad, things happen for reason. God bless brother!

[@123ucr]

He is now one with the force by doing this TED talk.

[@therealmvp2490]

Will Coppock haha nice spoiler 😉

[@mllesophie2406]

You just spoiled me 😭

[@poopooman6725]

Mlle Sophie get rekt

[@Kyle1227]

*laughs in sacrifice*

[@frylochenn]

From 4yrs ago? Haha

[@BodegaMouse]

Damn. I want to be this articulate.

[@Zesrii]

Then go to acting school

[@xBleuGuyx]

Zesri Or, you know, just regular school.

[@BodegaMouse]

xBleuGuyx I didn't bother replying, lol. But exactly.

[@Zesrii]

I was assuming you were already going to regular school but whatever I guess

[@Studio2770]

Regular school doesn't do much LOL. Depends on major.

[@dragonsheen3049]

He’s so human. Listening to him speak, even though he’s quite eloquent, you can still hear the nerves in his voice. Like you’re going to cry, not because of fear or sadness, but just from the intensity of the moment. I felt the same way the first time I spoke to the owners of a rather neglected guinea pig- not as a bystander, but as a veterinary assistant who could actually help the little guy out. The more I see of Adam the more I relate to him. What a fascinating guy.

[@wubranch1]

I’m glad he’s “the guy” in Hollywood, great actor.

[@GabrielReactsz]

He has no prompt or anything his public speaking is incredible!

[@youraveragepasser-by7367]

@@leilaniz5909 that has nothing to do with his proficiency on stage

[@charlienovacastor5652]

@@youraveragepasser-by7367 but it may help him feel less anxious, which, helps him speak.

[@ShaunHensley]

He’s talking about himself

[@khymaaren]

@@youraveragepasser-by7367 But it has everything to do with the subject matter: himself. It's unusual for an actor to NOT play a role on stage in front of hundreds of people. I felt a certain unease and urgency in his voice, too. I think he was very uncomfortable and I applaud him for getting through it, nonetheless.

[@Aroreiel08]

@@youraveragepasser-by7367 Believe me, if you're a nervous person, pockets are a godsend. Stops your hands from shaking, focuses your mind, stops you from being restless.

[@redfox1366]

Talented actor. Live in the town he grew up in. Everyone talks about him very highly here. Great speaker too. The Force is strong with this one.

[@BrendanHudkins]

I never knew he was a Hoosier! I live in Rochester which is like less than an hour away

[@redfox1366]

+Brendan Hudkins That's crazy! From what I've heard, he's always been really professional and shown a lot of potential in his work. Cool to see some famous people come from Indiana that aren't politicians.

[@drphil1076]

You're from Mishawaka 2?

[@BrendanHudkins]

+Dr Phil Im from Rochester. About 45 minutes south

[@drphil1076]

+Brendan Hudkins yea Ik where that's at.

[@james-harris]

Wow. Just...wow. Total newfound respect for Adam. Like, mad respect. Then I get completely blown away by an art performance I long forgot existed. I was moved by the entire episode.

[@beansavacado8134]

Jessie Perez and Matt Johnson- thank you. I just- thank you for that performance.

[@yannismensah4170]

When he said blockbuster video may she rest in peace I felt that...

[@Soufsydhoodhustla]

Best times of my life were high as a kite in blockbuster stumbling around to get DVDs, video games, and munchies.

[@josiahgodwin2933]

I did too.

[@jeffjo6522]

Same

[@TimeandMonotony]

For me, it was Hollywood Video. How well I remember spending an hour there, trying to decide what tl rent.

[@dchang11]

Adam is destined to be one of the greatest actors of our generation.

[@Echoingdolphin]

A F yes

[@MainsMain]

@@AF-ev3zg 2 Oscar nominations already boi

[@Elenmar1522]

David C ... I’m sure in future, he is gonna be a EGOT winner !!

[@Lullyart]

David C HE IS!!!

[@Embur12]

I've seen sheets of plywood with more acting skill...

[@damianlemina9210]

Now I get it why his acting on Marriage Story hit me so hard, he's giving it all and I sure want to witness it. Also, that reading at the end? Chills, literally.

[@peacenow4456]

Excellent reveal, Adam!! There was an Ex-Marine in my acting class in college. He was a natural talent and I told him so. I wished he'd persued his gift. I'm glad you persued yours. Well done!

[@luketown702]

It’s weird how the audience seems nervous and he seems relaxed.

[@thedarkestlight4563]

the audience is nervous because they are afraid that he might force choke them.lol

[@invaderz1919]

Who wouldn't be nervous around Kylo Ren? He's liable to force choke you to death at any second if you do anything that even slightly bothers him.

[@miaella3556]

He seems so sweet his presence is just a true alpha presence I guess

[@briankelley8311]

I think they are captivated by his outstanding public speaking and the passion and articulation of his story. I know I was!

[@brucewayne2184]

He seems nervous.

[@LizzieSnnow]

His voice is deeper than my soul.

[@futuretrunks6430]

Swan182 his voice isn't that deep bro

[@Chris-sj9zr]

Bob Turd It's pretty deep, there's nothing wrong with admitting that.

[@tay1545]

its really not that deep

[@joeyb2899]

Red Fad ....she's got a shallow soul lmao

[@MetaalMeerkat]

Too bad there is no such thing

[@hannahb9024]

Love Adam Driver..so authentic, down to earth and a quality actor/human. The performance after his talk was great too - kudos for their performance but what a shame about the crowd who don't seem to understand how to let go and enjoy such an expressive and impressive, engaging performance!

[@volylatimer]

What do you expect from a bunch of normie NPCs that watch Ted talks

[@yelenaseryakova5885]

Jesse Perez, wow! Great acting! Could not take my eyes off him.

[@ihath]

This should be called "My journey from being a stormtrooper to a sith lord"

[@CapnBlood]

bump

[@WeirdHieroglyphicSymbol]

That'd be perfect IF Kylo Ren was a Sith Lord.

[@Ampwich]

Kylo Ren isn't a Sith, though......

[@mojebi3804]

close enough

[@sophyedavey8573]

LMAO

[@InvisibleMan95]

Something about Adam feels genuinely honest. I think he's a really cool guy. Plus he's a very talented actor.

[@Belacroix5]

He's handsome too! Lucky wife...

[@vittoriacolona]

I agree. I am so used to actors sounding like self involved morons. He doesn't. He's a just the facts mam kind of guy!

[@RasheemH]

Josh Green You can't be serious dude...

[@adamboof6769]

InvisibleMan95 agreed.

[@dampfireball9053]

I very much agree.

[@xoxo-dr8df]

How Adam doesn't trip and did his Ted Talk in a single breath. No hesistation. Incredible. And that reading is powerful.

[@frankcastle8130]

Big salute to this Marine! Thank you for your service! I know the feeling of watching your Comrades deploy without you. I came home from Iraq, and my Infantry Brother redeployed to Afghanistan. I lost him, and carry the guilt of not going with him. Please realize these things are NOT under your control. If it were me who gave my life up for my Team, they would carry the same guilt. We should do our fallen Comrades a favor, and carry their memory without guilt, but with honor. I am grateful for the opportunity to have shared my life with CPL Jason Bogar.

[@xxPanteraxxx]

Hope he has a long and successful career.

[@icedgunner9007]

m8 he is litearlly kylo ren

[@ghostant2941]

IcedGunner 900 not anymore

[@danielssac1107]

A gamer called Rian cuz he’s dead

[@RDB0199118]

He played kylo and Ben so good

[@adintyaannasaidhiakharisma5202]

he will play in another movie or series

[@babytuckoo]

Are we just gonna ignore the fact that this video was published three years ago but all the comments are from this week

[@sliver37]

:-O ...MFW I bend over and get algorithm'd

[@samo619]

So ?

[@artemistheory]

we don't question the algorithm we're just thankful when it doesn't supply garbage.

[@Techverse2K]

YT.

[@ErenTheWarcriminal]

I don't think the system works

[@13thFatima]

Wow. I didn’t realize he was so well spoken. And bravo! for his service to the men & women in the military 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Sbannmarie]

WOW incredible performance 🎭 from that one ‘Batman’ guy!

[@chrisatherton7840]

He will finish what he started

[@jqyhlmnp]

Chris Atherton lol, we don’t know that :P

[@RoySherfan]

Right now there are 666 thumbs up. It will go up, of course. We humans are like that.

[@Barefoot_Joe]

I refuse to click like :D 666

[@gawain6645]

Chris Atherton 8:20

[@thesweyy5999]

He will show you the Dark Side.

[@tb.7788]

**contains graphic language** ... “I’m frickin batman”

[@sarge-cp8yq]

Get off my Christian Minecraft Server

[@TerranceMann]

keep listening

[@autojock4933]

Clayton Catlin nice

[@danielalt7054]

Clayton Catlin can u friggin me

[@Flopshel233]

he said motherfucker, did you even see everything?

[@Zombiepoptarts]

I really enjoy how clearly he can verbalize and bring you into his story (when he acts too!). He's got this incredibly intense yet comforting energy, I dig it.

[@kn7615]

I have to scroll back and see WHO WROTE this INCREDIBLE monologue....OMG. This performance is GLORIOUS. Extreme Whoo ~

[@anakinskywalker549]

and then I met Snoke...

[@amen_actually]

What kind of fourth wall breaking bullshit is this?

[@carlos-zy7vx]

Kylo Ren whos that?

[@SENFEXEPZ]

And then I killed snoke...

[@CT-wr2jx]

Gary \ the sith Lord of the new starwars movie who eventually got killed at the end

[@carlos-zy7vx]

CT 8657 it was a joke

[@MelanieAnneAhern]

*My journey from Marine to actor | Matt the Radar Technician

[@mission6nutrition224]

yess 😂

[@FlyingGrunt28]

My Journey from 1/1 Radar Technician to Master of the Knights Ren

[@copinman]

My journey from Marine to Lord Sith at First Order

[@Swissk31300BO]

The real question is...did she get her muffin????

[@jculver1674]

"Oh no, he's choking...on food."

[@jghost910]

New found respect for Adam driver. Never judge a book by its cover!

[@marsofficial3798]

I admire Adam as a human being so deeply. I don’t know what we did to deserve him in this dark world. He’s bound to be named one of the best actors of this entire generation.

[@Captinominion]

The audience was so poor, like they never reacted to any of his jokes its like he was too smart for them and he was too fast for them.

[@henryclark6944]

Jay V jay ur stupid lol

[@majesticeagle2067]

Henry Clark lmao

[@samcro4249]

Foreal tho

[@Nashthedemi]

What they literally reacted to all his joke ?

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Jay V It’s a TED audience. Mostly highly educated people that are measured in their responses to make sure they don’t laugh when they shouldn’t, etc. This results in them being off every now and then to play it safe.

[@faceofavictim]

Are we just gonna gloss over the fact he dislocated his sternum? Christ that must have hurt

[@-Erne]

Gosh how does that even happen

[@kassms1585]

@LegendsFEED lmao who are you

[@bloxxerplays4755]

LegendsFEED please shut your lebron fanboy mouth you disgusting piece of filth, a woman gave birth to you

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Bloxxer Plays Maybe a woman DIDN’T give birth to him 😂😂😂

[@XxWolfxWaRioRxX]

@@eyeheartsushi2212 true he does seem a bit like a test tube baby

[@mentalizatelo]

WOW to the Jesse J. Perez and Matt Johnson. The punch line left me in tears, very powerful, personal performance. Love you, TED.

[@vanishreebhatt]

Look at him go. He has very well structured his thoughts, seriousness and humor. That energy to keep up his train of thoughts is so amazing. He is a machine gun. 👍❤️

[@vnom84]

He was a marine? I guess this proves it lads. Matt was right. Kylo Ren is shredded. Kylo Ren has an 8-Pack.

[@ElEricoDaGreat]

Excuse me?? Have you seen TLJ, they didn't give him the name swolo for nothin

[@legzfalloffgirl5148]

I have a friend who quotes this aaaaaaall the time 😊

[@DarthVader20201]

Then he became Solo/Kylo Ren

[@springsweet6861]

So shredded, hot and handsome

[@minecraftboynavyseal3153]

SNL my man

[@summerhollis1097]

I’ve discovered what makes him seem so much different and better than other actors. He said while comparing military and theater, they both aren’t about themselves, it’s about others and you have a role in that. So many people do acting for fame and attention and he is a selfless actor. I don’t think he even likes that much attention. That must be one of the secrets of being a great actor. Selfless acting.

[@NoneNone-dw1jo]

Stfu

[@ongawd1216]

None None no u

[@pjusino5]

Great observation.

[@summerhollis1097]

@@NoneNone-dw1jo I am sorry if I have offended you in any way. I just want to be a drama teacher when I am older and thought maybe this would be a good thing to teach. If I am wrong, I would like to get advice. Let me know if you discovered something new about acting technique. Thx!

[@XxGrimGawdxX]

@@summerhollis1097 mature response, good on you. knowing what i know about you just from this short thread, i can tell you'll do well.

[@arjunpadiyar956]

From an aspiring Marine officer, I'm proud that I will join the same Corps that Adam Driver was (is) a part of, and get to continue the legacy of countless brave, determined, and faithful Marines that have fought with honor, courage, and commitment since 1775. Semper Fi

[@clintmcgauley9211]

Oorah brother! I have a whole new respect for you Adam Driver. I've always enjoyed your movies but knowing that you've served alongside us just makes me appreciate you more. Thank you for your service.