Morgan Freeman, 89, Has No Intention of Retiring
Freeman said he will still take roles with weak scripts when the pay is high enough, and he has no plans to retire at 89.
- In a recent interview with The New York Times, 89-year-old actor Morgan Freeman said financial compensation can outweigh script quality, admitting he will accept roles in mediocre projects if the pay is sufficient.
- Six decades into his career, Freeman has no intention of retiring, explaining that thoughts of leaving the profession disappear whenever he receives a new job offer.
- Freeman noted he can overlook script "glitches" if paid enough, adding that performers can often address scene or dialogue concerns through collaboration with filmmakers before filming begins.
- Reflecting on his approach to aging, Freeman cited Clint Eastwood's advice: "Don't let the old man in." He recently returned for Lioness Season 3, which premiered on Paramount+ earlier this week.
- Regarding dream roles he has yet to play, Freeman quipped that Denzel Washington will likely take those instead, though he plans to work as long as filmmakers continue offering parts.
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