Sebastian Stan Struggled to Lose ‘The Apprentice’ Trump Character When Filming ‘Thunderbolts’

Sebastian Stan Struggled to Lose ‘The Apprentice’ Trump Character When Filming ‘Thunderbolts’

As a seasoned gamer with a knack for immersing myself in diverse digital worlds, I must say, Sebastian Stan‘s real-life role-playing skills are nothing short of astonishing! The man can convincingly embody a character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe one moment and Donald Trump the next. It’s like watching a masterclass in method acting!


Sebastian Stan made considerable efforts to prevent Donald Trump from appearing in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In a recent statement, the actor shared that it was challenging for him to shake off the habits he developed while portraying the former president on The Apprentice, when he joined the set of the MCU’s Thunderbolts.

Stan portrays Donald Trump in Ali Abbasi’s upcoming show, “The Apprentice,” which is set for release on October 11th. According to David Rooney from The Hollywood Reporter, his performance is exceptional as he surpasses mere imitation to embody the true spirit of Trump.

In the upcoming movie “Thunderbolts,” scheduled for release in May 2025, Stan will once again play the character of Bucky Barnes, also known as The Winter Soldier.

Stan shared in an interview with British GQ that following his time on The Apprentice, he moved to Marvel. During filming, he’d often perform a scene, make a small adjustment, and then exclaim, “Wow, this feels incredibly real!

In my gaming world, I’ve got a unique tale to spin about maintaining balance between roles. You see, I had to bulk up for portraying a younger version of the iconic character in “The Apprentice,” and that meant guzzling down Coca-Colas like they were going out of style, and chomping on peanut butter and jam sandwiches by the truckload. It was perfect for stepping into Trump’s shoes, but switching back to my hero persona in “Thunderbolts” proved a tough nut to crack.

Stan declared, “I’m actually 41 years old,” he emphasized, “I’ve put a lot of effort into staying fit recently!

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2024-10-08 03:54