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Ray Winstone wanted to 'knock out' Hollywood icon for being 'rude' to his wife
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info British film icon Ray Winstone didn't shy away from expressing his desire to "knock out" Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson after a rude encounter with his wife. Ray, a beloved stalwart of British cinema with acclaimed roles in films like Sexy Beast, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, and King of Thieves, has had an illustrious career, mingling with some of Hollywood's finest. Despite the glittering array of awards and prestigious company, Ray revealed on the Things We Like podcast with hosts Eamonn Holmes and Paul Coyte, at the age of 68, he still harbours negative feelings towards Jack Nicholson. READ MORE - Six countries offering Brits cash, free homes and baby bonuses to move there READ MORE - Fears for Westlife icon as he suddenly pulls out of 25-year celebrations He has previously touched upon his frosty relationship with The Shining star, but Ray delved deeper into their past issues during the podcast, stating, "We just didn't get on, you know. I just found him... Listen, he's getting older, and maybe he has lots of things going on with him. I didn't like him." He candidly continued: "I thought he was so far up his own a*s, it was unbelievable. And, you know, he was very rude - he was very rude to me; he was rude to my wife.", reports the Mirror. Furthermore, he added: "If he had been a younger man, I definitely would have knocked him out, you know." These comments are not the first time Ray has spoken openly about his unfavourable opinion on Jack. (Image: Dave Benett,for Perfect Magazine & Burberry) (Image: Allen Berezovsky, Getty Images) (Image: Eamonn M. McCormack, Getty Images) (Image: Dave M. Benett, WireImagevia Getty Images) Back in 2014, during a BAFTA Life in Pictures event post their stint in the star-studded cast of The Departed, Ray didn't mince words about Jack Nicholson, plainly admitting that they "didn't get on too well." While Ray's forthrightness might have put Jack in the hot seat, this legendary figure, now 88, has earned acclaim from other luminaries in the field. Recollecting their time together on The Bucket List (2007), Morgan Freeman told IMDb: "I think we all have a private bucket list. It may not be written down, but I'm constantly checking them off. I just checked off Jack Nicholson. Every day was a holiday because I've been praying at the temple of Jack ever since Five Easy Pieces." Jack's towering status in the film industry is exemplified by his roles in epochal movies such as The Shining, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, and Broadcast News. His sterling acts have secured him a spot in an exclusive circle; Jack stands among a mere six actors to have clinched three Academy Awards.
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Ray Winstone wanted to 'knock out' Hollywood icon for being 'rude'
Ray Winstone has shared that he has a long-standing feud with one of Hollywood's most iconic actors, as he admitted that he wanted to "knock him out" if he was younger British acting legend Ray Winstone has candidly revealed his desire to "knock out" a Hollywood icon after the star was "rude" towards his wife. Ray, who has become a cherished figure in British cinema, boasts an impressive CV with standout performances in Sexy Beast, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, and the more recent King of Thieves. Alongside a slew of high-profile awards, Ray's illustrious career has allowed him to rub shoulders with some of the most esteemed actors in the industry. Yet, on a recent instalment of the Things We Like podcast hosted by Eamonn Holmes and Paul Coyte, the 68-year-old did not hold back when discussing his disdain for Jack Nicholson. Ray has previously mentioned his lack of rapport with The Shining actor, but he elaborated on the reasons during the podcast: "We just didn't get on, you know. I just found him... Listen, he's getting older, and maybe he has lots of things going on with him. I didn't like him." He continued: "I thought he was so far up his own a*s, it was unbelievable. And, you know, he was very rude - he was very rude to me; he was rude to my wife. "If he had been a younger man, I definitely would have knocked him out, you know." This isn't the first occasion Ray has expressed his less-than-favourable opinions about Jack. Back in 2014, at a BAFTA Life in Pictures event following their collaboration in the A-list ensemble cast of The Departed, Ray aired his dissatisfaction with Jack Nicholson, bluntly stating that they "didn't get on too well." Jack may have come under fire from Ray's comments., but the 88-year-old Hollywood legend has previously been praised by other stars. Morgan Freeman fondly remembered working with him in The Bucket List (2007), as he expressed to IMDb: "I think we all have a private bucket list. It may not be written down, but I'm constantly checking them off. I just checked off Jack Nicholson. Every day was a holiday because I've been praying at the temple of Jack ever since Five Easy Pieces." Jack's illustrious career includes roles in some of cinema's most definitive classics, including The Shining, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, and Broadcast News. His impeccable performances have landed him in a very select group; Jack is one of only six actors who have won three Academy Awards.
