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The entertainment world needs to analyze the celebrity multi-hybrids who demonstrate multifaceted abilities because it creates both positive and negative effects on their fans.
The Action Hero With a Blues Soul: Bruce Willis
Before his “yippee-ki-yay” roles Bruce Willis also released music tracks featuring the “under the boardwalk” song. Thank your luck stars if you have escaped hearing him. His beloved Die Hard hero made two blues album recordings in the late ’80s with “The Return of Bruno” becoming notoriously famous.
Bruce Willis deserves credit for saving Nakatomi Plaza but his musical career transformed into something which I must state politely. His current bald appearance matches the poor musical quality that characterizes his recordings. The roughness in his speaking voice did not automatically convert into successful R&B music.
The X-Files Star Who Actually Can: David Duchovny
When discussing actors who also possess singing talents we must start by talking about Fox Mulder – a professional name of David Duchovny. Against expectations David Duchovny produces music that stands as a positive surprise instead of the average celebrity production. The person behind this musical talent displays his authentic musical skills even if the truth exists in an unknown region.
Duchovny spent multiple years convincing people about aliens and government secrets before learning guitar in his 50s to produce folk-rock recordings which critics commend as genuinely authentic and thoughtful. Even though actor-musicians face an extremely challenging standard of performance the credits to him for achieving musical success still stand.
Gen Z’s Queen: Zendaya
Zendaya possesses all the qualities to lead Hollywood royalty since she transforms traditional crowns through sustainability while promoting inclusivity. This woman uses a forceful power to control every creative platform she approaches.
Zendaya started out on Disney Channel before earning her first Emmy while delivering a groundbreaking portrayal in the series “Euphoria” which adult actors of her age group cannot match. Unlike other former child talents who faced destructive career ends she has smoothly moved to adult parts by choosing high-quality projects while demonstrating professional maturity.
Having a potato sack as her outfit would transform into an instant fashion trend within a week according to her clothing influence. Her collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger represented more than just a fashion industry opportunistic move because it introduced new and original elements in the fashion domain.
The Gladiator Who Can’t Stop Singing: Russell Crowe
Oh, Russell. Sweet, temperamental Russell. The man who gave us the iconic “Are you not entertained?!” line seems determined to entertain us whether we want it or not.
Let’s acknowledge the obvious: Crowe is a phenomenal actor. From “L.A. Confidential” to “A Beautiful Mind” to “The Insider,” his intensity and commitment to roles is legendary. The man can disappear into a character faster than he can disappear from Hollywood’s good graces after throwing a phone at a hotel employee.
But then there’s his band, 30 Odd Foot of Grunts (later rebranded as The Ordinary Fear of God, which isn’t much better). Despite decades of musical efforts, Crowe’s music career remains a puzzling side quest in his otherwise impressive journey. His singing in “Les Misérables” became internet fodder for weeks – though in fairness, he was brave enough to try.
The Renaissance Man: Donald Glover (Childish Gambino)
Talent functions as a currency that makes Donald Glover equivalent to Jeff Bezos. The man demonstrates multiple talents which redefine the modern meaning of creative entertainment power.
Over his career Donald Glover excelled through “30 Rock” comedy writing followed by his acting roles in “Community” and finally developing the innovative TV show “Atlanta” which represents his television accomplishments. Glover decided to pursue the Childish Gambino moniker after which his musical releases showed such vast progression that different artists would seem responsible.
“This Is America” transformed from musical release into an international cultural phenomenon which compelled all audiences to analyze the music video approach toward artistic expression. Between his various projects he found room to play Lando Calrissian in Star Wars movies and take on the role of Simba in the Lion King adaptation.
The Method Actor Who Can’t Stop Method-ing: Jared Leto
Oh boy. It is difficult to know how to approach the topic of Jared Leto for the purposes of this narrative. The man gets into characters with the vigor of an enthusiast who does not understand that it is acting and not to become a certain threat to fellow performers.
We should, however, give credit when it is due, and for Leto, his best performances can be attributed to “Requiem for a Dream” and “Dallas Buyers Club.” In front of the band Thirty Seconds to Mars, he has received more musical achievement than most actor singers could only hope for.
But then there’s… everything else. Performing the famous Joker moment made famous by The Dark Knight Rises. Some of them include sending used condoms to members of the cast (WHY, JARED?). Brand culture/consumer community: The unusual ritual that is the seemingly fanatic summer camp for fans — that charges people hundreds of dollars to be a part of. This face that has elicited controversies on whether it is a vampire or not at some point in her youth.
The Adorkable Multi-Hyphenate: Zooey Deschanel
Zooey Deschanel is an actress, singer, producer who became a symbol of “quirkiness” before even this word could be a hashtag on Instagram, before it became something that could be bought.
Deschanel has made six albums in duo with musician M. Ward as She & Him and demonstrates rather powerful voice and appreciation for 60’s pop and jangle. Before and after causing the ‘manic pixie dream girl’ trope in cinema, she established herself as a leading actress.
You know what, her character in New Girl seemed like Zooey in some episodes but that was the show’s highlight because she has been so unique in her presence that one can easily differentiate between an original Zooey Deschanel and a copy cat or an impersonator. Like it or not, that is influence.
The downside? At times they are entirely cute boxes to the point of one wondering if she is imprisoned in that particular cuteness. It was recently that hints of her moving on from the ukulele-playing, vintage-dress-wearing persona were seen in projects and I would like to know where she is heading for. But there is something deeper than the ‘adorkable’ title given to her character.
The Box Office Queen With Indie Cred: Scarlett Johansson
If Tinseltown stardom were a game, then Scarlett-Johansson would have years ago, cashed in her chips at the top of the all-time high. This actress is one of the unique ones versatile enough to helm a Marvel Cinematic Universe installment one month and a directorial indie darling the next.
Aside from being a talented actress, ScarJo has also tried a hand into singing with one album as a solo singer and another album as a duo with Pete Yorn. Though they did not reach for the pop glory, her voice received genuine appreciation from those critics who went into it expecting not much.
Of course, it is impossible to omit a few controversies – for example, the casting of her in the ‘ Ghost in the Shell’ which was criticized as whitewashing or her support of Woody Allen. Johansson, for her part, has unappreciative body language when criticized and does not take the time to contemplate about it and this has made her have some of the most astonishing PR moments.
The Final Curtain Call
Well, there you have my biased, wholly unprofessional but from the heart introspective of Hollywood’s versatile performers, ArtistHeat. Some should restrict their talents to what they do at their places of work, while others are simply amazing, making me wonder as to what has been consuming my time in my life as they perfect those various skills.
These stars are beautiful from the perspective that they do not conform to the cultural set traps. Some lose their way and crash unbearably catastrophically, members bravely going down guns blazing; others chart new roads we were scarcely aware of.
Until next time, stay reading, stay checking, stay staring, stay looking and come back for fress new insights into the artistic industry. We tell you more.
