‘Superman' Star Nicholas Hoult Takes on New Role as Save the Children Ambassador
Hoult, who plays villain Lex Luthor in the new DC Studios film, recently stopped by the charity and community arts center Rich Mix in London to hold a Q&A with kids and discuss his childhood, what it's like being part of a superhero movie and his journey as an actor.
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'It's been a real privilege to meet the children here at Rich Mix on my first day as an official ambassador for Save the Children,' Hoult said in a statement. 'Seeing the joy that they got from taking part in the workshop reminded me how much I loved being involved in film from a young age. It's clear how passionate they are and it's been so inspiring to meet the next generation of creatives, who come from all walks of life. I have no doubt they're on the right path to fulfill their dreams.'
Save the Children, which helps kids get access to healthcare and education, has had a slew of notable ambassadors in the past including Jennifer Garner, Dakota Fanning, Camila Cabello and Olivia Wilde. 'We're thrilled to welcome Nicholas as our latest ambassador, and want to thank him for his unwavering support over the years,' Save the Children U.K.'s head of corporate partnerships Mabel McKeown said in a statement.
'It was wonderful to see how excited the children were at the opportunity to meet him at Rich Mix and hear about his journey in the film industry – something they're all so passionate about,' she added. 'Save the Children believes that every child should get a chance to realize their dreams, no matter what situation they're born into and today's workshop with Nicholas has been truly inspiring for the children involved.'
James Gunn's Superman, starring David Corenswet as the Man of Steel and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, is currently playing in theaters.
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