As a devoted fan who has grown up watching Gene Wilder’s timeless performances, I must admit that Jeremey Allen White’s resemblance to the legend is nothing short of mesmerizing. While it’s unfortunate that they aren’t blood-related, I find it quite amusing to imagine an alternate universe where Gene Wilder’s lost gene somehow found its way into a baby basket and miraculously grew up to be Jeremey Allen White!
It’s often been mentioned that Jeremy Allen White could potentially take over Gene Wilder’s role as Willy Wonka, given their striking resemblance. However, is there more to their likeness than just their large, bright blue eyes and unique charm?
It turns out White has already clarified that point — and no, the two actors don’t share a bloodline. “I’m not related to Gene Wilder. I’ve addressed this before. I think a lot of people think I am,” he said during a BuzzFeed Puppy interview with his “The Iron Claw” co-stars Zac Efron and Harris Dickinson. White has addressed the question multiple times before, with everyone from InStyle Magazine to Seth Meyers, and his answer has always been the same.
Actor from “The Bear” is not a relative of Wilder, but he doesn’t take offense to such comparisons. In fact, in 2022, he mentioned in an interview with InStyle that he came across a meme likening his character, Carmy Berzatto, to the actor from “Young Frankenstein.” He found this comparison amusing, stating, “They labeled Carmy as ‘Ketamine Gene Wilder,’ which I thought was both strange and funny.” It’s not just that one instance where White has appreciated being compared to Wilder; he finds such comparisons flattering.
Jeremy Allen White greatly admires Gene Wilder, even though they’re not related
Jeremy Allen White appears unbothered by the ongoing comparisons drawn between him and Gene Wilder. In an interview with British GQ Magazine, he mentioned that such comparisons are quite flattering to him. While scrolling through Reddit as requested by GQ, he stumbled upon a post featuring images of young Wilder and himself side by side. The Redditor humorously speculated if the actor from “The Bear” was actually a conscious piece of Gene Wilder that had separated.
He once admitted, “I am more than just that, but it’s a bit wild. I’d rather compare myself to others any day.” Interestingly, White admires the acting style of Wilder. He revealed to Seth Meyers that his favorite film of the acting legend is the genuinely delightful “Young Frankenstein.” Although White isn’t related to Wilder, it appears he has thoroughly studied Wilder’s career. However, a question about Gene Wilder’s personal life remains unanswered – did he have any children?
Does Gene Wilder have children?
Gene Wilder did not have any biological children, but he adopted the daughter of his second wife, Mary Joan Schutz. Katharine Schutz, as mentioned in Wilder’s autobiography “Kiss Me Like a Stranger,” eventually grew apart from Wilder following his divorce from her mother. The divorce was reportedly instigated by Mary Joan Schutz’s suspicion that Wilder was involved romantically with his frequent co-star Madeline Kahn.
During an interview with Larry King in 2002, Wilder shared that he had a daughter many years ago but unfortunately lost her. He also mentioned that he hadn’t spoken to Schutz since she was about 23 years old. Tragically, Wilder and his third wife, Gilda Radner, were unable to have children biologically. After experiencing complications such as an apparent miscarriage and other symptoms, Radner was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and passed away on May 20, 1989. In a poignant turn of events, Wilder later co-founded Gilda’s Club, a charity that helps people going through cancer treatment, leaving behind a legacy deeply rooted in meaning and significance.
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2024-10-02 03:59