Brian Cox, well-known for his role in “Succession,” recently shared an amusing anecdote about his interactions with fellow actor Meryl Streep. In a video released for Variety’s “Actors on Actors” series, Cox discussed his admiration for Streep and their brief encounter.
Cox expressed his love for the 2006 film “The Devil Wears Prada,” in which Streep portrayed a fashion magazine editor, possibly inspired by Anna Wintour. He referred to Streep as one of the greatest screen actresses of all time and expressed his envy of Blunt for working with her.
The actor then recalled their meeting, confessing that he had previously told Streep, “I never liked you.” Surprised, Streep asked for an explanation, to which Cox humorously replied, “I never liked you because I was jealous.” He marveled at her exceptional talent and questioned how anyone could be that good.
Emily Blunt, who also appeared in “The Devil Wears Prada,” mentioned Streep’s approach to method acting for the role, which made her feel miserable. Cox chimed in, stating his support for whatever acting technique works for an individual. However, he emphasized the importance of transmitting energy effectively and hitting the right notes.
Interestingly, Cox is known for his disdain for method acting, even finding it “fucking annoying” when observed in his “Succession” co-star Jeremy Strong. However, Cox’s criticism stems from genuine concern. He acknowledged Strong’s remarkable performances but worries about the toll it takes on the actor. He believes that Americans, in particular, struggle with separating themselves from their characters while on the job.
To learn more about Cox’s thoughts on acting and his conversation with Blunt, you can watch the full “Actors on Actors” discussion on YouTube.
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