Variety has a very good story today about the training Sean Combs is currently going through in order to become a working actor. I have provided a small excerpt from the story, but I recommend that you check out the article in its entirety.
Combs, who lives in New York City, recently signed with the William Morris Agency for acting and is scouting the L.A. real-estate market in an effort to become bicoastal. “I understand that nothing hard comes easy,” he says. “I’m not coming to Hollywood expecting anybody to give me any handouts. I don’t want to just be in movies,” he adds. “I want to do what I have to do to be considered a great actor one day.”
“I was pulled into acting the first time I saw ‘Cooley High’ or ‘The Godfather,'” Combs says. “Everybody is called in a different way, and I always had a dream inside of me that I wanted to be considered a great actor.”
He says being on Broadway was when he “caught the acting bug” in a big way, and ever since he’s been working to transition his life so he can focus more singularly on his new calling. This has meant stepping down as CEO of his companies and delegating responsibility to others. Combs’ new passion is so intense that, while in the run-up to “Raisin” on Broadway, he rebuilt the set in his living room in order to rehearse at night.
No one is thrilled when a singer decides to act, usually it’s a recipe for disaster and millions of eyeballs roll in their sockets. In the case of Mr. Combs however, one must take a step back, admire his humility, dedication and respect for the craft. The man is going through the same hoops anyone would (albeit with unlimited time and resources) to become a well trained, respected, thespian. The man could be in a film tomorrow on start power alone, but he has no desire to disrespect the profession, the art and most importantly himself.
I do not fancy the music of Combs one bit, but I have always admired the man as a business professional, and find his drive inspiring. This is a fellow that focuses on what he wants till it happens, through hard work and dedication. We all could stand to learn, from the discipline he commands.
Diddy also sites Cooley High as one of his motivators. Fuckin’ right! Cooley high is a fantastic film that each and every one of you should see. It’s among my favorite teenage/coming of age films and I applaud Combs’ taste.
When it comes to seeing Combs on the silver screen, it is not a matter of if, but when.
Sorry Michael, but this guy hasn’t payed his audition dues. He used his retarded fanbase to garnish an image and its pretty hollow and evil when you get right down to it.
This guy can suck his Glock for all I care. F U! (Hollow points baby!!)
I have O respect for anyone that based their rep (job skills) on Rap music. Fuck him!!! Fuck him x2.
Thanks Jamie for clearing up the Green Lantern issue. Hey I can’t tell?? Wtf.
I can see that everyone here in the comments hate this guy. I must say in the respect I would like to give 1 him the benefit of the doubt that he can turn into great actor. I’m not a fan of his music at all but I respect him for being a good business professional. I agree with Doug on the subject matter on Pdiddy taking this craft seriously. All the people who comment here should really at least consider that. Because he is taking this approach by training, everyone should give him the benefit of the doubt. That is all.
@ HisDivineShadow
lol! dude i was joking about the green lantern thing chill…
and i agree- i also hate rap…alls they talk about is fucking bitches and spinning rims.
hooooly shit holy shit shity shit shity shitshit. i cant believe anyone would take jamie seriously and think hed be the green lantern.
thats rich ;p
If this Walking Turd plays the Green Lantern it will be an insult to the very heart of that character.
Go back to selling your shit version of “music” a_hole!!!
(Is that too personal).
Personally I wish all these rappers would all just go suck on a Glock and get offed.
(That’s not gay is it?).
Sir Jig-A-Lot
him AND his babies!!!!! the babies too!!! leave no survivors!!!
DRIINK THEIR BLOOOOOOOOD!
@ Steve L.
i wouldnt say that so fast. word in the street is that hell play the green lantern in JLA.
who the fuck is sean combs??????
and why the hell does he look like a perfect replica of p-diddy????
While I respect the fact he says he wants to learn the craft and pay his dues I still would rather he stay in his corner of the music world where I can happily avoid him.
Do I smell a feature length Hype Williams/poofy jacket/black light adaptation shot from low angles???
I’m going to bet that Puff Daddy will be staring in a lot of remakes.
Stick to producing albums ya jackass. I certainly don’t want to see your mug in any movies and will make sure I stay away from whatever projects he’s doing.
Shoot him.
Stab him.
Kill Him.