We're so happy these actors are nice in real life! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the kindest and/or most generous actors on and off set.
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00:00 - With gratitude, optimism is sustainable.
00:03 - Welcome to WatchMojo.
00:05 And today we're counting down our picks
00:07 for the kindest and or most generous actors on and off set.
00:12 - I've been waiting to meet you, dude.
00:14 How you been?
00:15 - Number 10, Hugh Jackman.
00:17 Hugh Jackman can pull off musicals and superhero movies,
00:21 but he's also commended for his kindness.
00:23 - No, I'm loving it.
00:24 My energy feels good.
00:25 - Does it?
00:26 'Cause I- - Yeah, no, I do.
00:27 I don't know why.
00:27 - His interview skills make him out
00:29 to be one of the more outgoing men in Hollywood.
00:31 Both charismatic and funny,
00:33 Jackman always appears present
00:35 and even compliments his fellow guests.
00:38 - I would never forgive myself, Gary,
00:40 if I didn't tell you,
00:41 you are one of the greatest actors to have ever lived.
00:44 You're one of my inspirations.
00:45 You're literally-
00:46 (audience applauding)
00:49 - He's mentioned that his warm personality
00:52 partly comes from his upbringing.
00:54 His family always expected him to have manners,
00:56 which he translates into his professional
00:59 and personal life.
01:00 In true nice guy fashion,
01:02 he even admits to not being so kind sometimes.
01:06 Self-aware and always humble,
01:07 the star is multi-talented and generous.
01:10 - Did take a note myself.
01:12 I said, just remember this,
01:13 'cause you may not experience something like this again.
01:15 And it was, it's a rare thing for us in our business
01:18 to actually be with a fan.
01:19 So I relish those moments to say thank you to them.
01:22 - Number nine, Ryan Reynolds.
01:24 Known for his ironic and smarmy characters,
01:27 Ryan Reynolds appears to be much nicer on his own.
01:30 The actor has developed running jokes
01:32 with the likes of Hugh Jackman
01:34 that include pranks and all sorts of fake troll behavior.
01:38 - Hugh, forgive me for exposing you
01:40 for the monster that you truly are.
01:42 - Yes, and to everyone but Ryan,
01:44 please forgive me for even engaging
01:46 with someone of his emotional maturity.
01:48 - Always eager to make a joke,
01:50 Reynolds brings a laugh and a smile
01:51 to most of his appearances.
01:53 The star also participates in many different charities
01:57 from disaster relief to Parkinson's disease.
01:59 - Kind of galvanized everybody else to sort of seek resources
02:03 and you know, for us, it's in a strange way,
02:07 it's really kind of brought us together.
02:08 - He even found time to rehabilitate a Welsh football club,
02:12 bringing happiness to an entire fan base.
02:14 - Thing that's running through my head over and over again,
02:16 as people said at the beginning,
02:18 why Wrexham, why Wrexham?
02:19 This is exactly why Wrexham.
02:21 Happening right now is why.
02:23 - It looks like the performer is a far cry
02:26 from his dubious characters like Deadpool.
02:29 Number eight, Jamie Lee Curtis.
02:32 A daughter of Hollywood legends,
02:33 Jamie Lee Curtis could have easily become lost
02:36 in the world of nepotism stereotypes.
02:38 She instead built her career as a scream queen
02:41 in the Halloween series and paved her own way.
02:44 - Help!
02:44 Oh God, help me, please!
02:48 - This included fostering a genuinely humble reputation
02:51 amongst her peers and fans alike.
02:53 Curtis has been an open book about her past,
02:56 owning up to her privileged roots.
02:58 She's equally transparent about her substance use disorder.
03:02 - If you are asking yourself, can I stop this?
03:06 Then you're in a prison of your own mind.
03:08 And I was in that prison, even though I was fabulous
03:12 and all the bullshit part of show off business.
03:16 - The actress has been forthcoming
03:18 in her award show appearances,
03:19 showing her gratitude for her collaborators and family.
03:23 Loyal to progressive causes,
03:25 the star has also been vocal about her support
03:27 for trans rights following her daughter's transition.
03:30 - I will fight and defend her right to exist
03:34 to anyone who claims that she doesn't.
03:39 And there are those people.
03:42 And it's gonna be a really challenging time.
03:45 - Number seven, Brendan Fraser.
03:48 Whether he's winning an Oscar
03:49 or conquering the box office in action films,
03:52 Brendan Fraser has known the true ups and downs
03:55 of the entertainment industry.
03:57 - And it also gave me an appreciation
03:59 of what's really important to me.
04:01 And that is my kids, my family life.
04:03 - His return to the spotlight in 2022
04:06 reminded everyone of his humble and soft-spoken demeanor.
04:10 After allegedly being harassed,
04:12 the actor didn't appear in as many high-profile movies
04:15 throughout the 2010s.
04:16 - I did step out of the spotlight for a spell there
04:20 to sort some things out in my life,
04:22 to take stock of who I am,
04:26 where I'm going, and what my aspirations are.
04:31 - This only stoked the flames of his fans
04:33 who wanted to see him again.
04:34 With renewed attention for his work in "The Whale,"
04:37 Fraser came back with a virtual fan club.
04:39 Many have cited his grounded interviews
04:42 and graceful personality as proof that he deserves
04:45 all of the goodwill surrounding him.
04:47 - Does it feel like a brenaissance to you?
04:49 - Every time I hear that, I wanna look at the ceiling.
04:51 (audience laughing)
04:53 Oh, look, here's Rick O'Connell.
04:54 Oh, look, there's George of the Jungle.
04:56 (audience laughing)
04:57 Before shortening.
04:58 (audience laughing)
05:00 I'm just, you can call me whatever you want,
05:02 just as long as you're calling me.
05:04 - Number six, Julie Andrews.
05:06 Have you ever seen Julie Andrews angry?
05:09 Maybe you've seen it in a film,
05:11 but even then, there's something about her
05:12 that personifies kindness.
05:14 Her roles in "Mary Poppins" and "The Sound of Music"
05:17 solidified the actress as a cherished icon.
05:20 ♪ The hills are alive with the sound of music ♪
05:25 You rarely see the woman without a smile,
05:29 always ready with her glowing personality
05:31 and engaging presence.
05:33 Andrews' career from the stage to the screen
05:35 includes so many highlights
05:38 that she's been more than happy to reference
05:39 and salute for decades.
05:41 - You know a legend when they see one.
05:43 (audience laughing)
05:44 - Thank you, I think if you stick around long enough,
05:47 you get that title.
05:48 - She also won countless accolades,
05:50 such as the 48th AFI Life Achievement Award,
05:54 receiving countless tributes from adoring fans
05:56 and former collaborators as a result.
05:59 - Tonight is about magic.
06:02 Tonight is about music.
06:05 And most of all, tonight is about Julie Andrews.
06:09 (audience cheering)
06:11 - Number five, Paul Rudd.
06:14 Anybody who knows this Ant-Man star
06:16 seems to say that he's a swell guy.
06:18 - I'm a big fan.
06:19 - Appreciate it.
06:20 - So who the hell are you?
06:22 - I'm Ant-Man.
06:23 - Ant-Man?
06:24 - What, you haven't heard of me?
06:25 - Having worked with so many people
06:27 in the comedy and superhero world,
06:29 Paul Rudd has famous fans all over the industry.
06:32 The charismatic actor has avoided scandals
06:35 and made people laugh for decades.
06:37 When he's been asked about his kindness,
06:39 the performer cites his Midwestern upbringing
06:42 as one of the reasons that he's so personable
06:44 and well-rounded.
06:45 - Look at us.
06:46 Who would have thought?
06:47 - Not me.
06:48 - His great rapport with his coworkers,
06:50 talk show hosts, and just about anyone
06:52 confirms that assertion.
06:54 If he doesn't already seem perfect enough,
06:57 he also stopped aging at some point
06:59 in the early 21st century.
07:01 - You don't seem to age.
07:02 (audience laughing)
07:05 - Jesse.
07:05 (audience cheering)
07:07 - Thank you.
07:08 I feel awful on the inside.
07:11 - Number four, Michael J. Fox.
07:14 Forever known as Marty McFly,
07:16 Michael J. Fox has been a major part of pop culture
07:18 since the 1980s.
07:20 - Hey doc, are you telling me
07:23 that you built a time machine out of a DeLorean?
07:28 - This popularity didn't change him either,
07:30 as he's generally known to be a kind and down-to-earth guy.
07:34 After hit franchises like "Back to the Future,"
07:36 the actor's battle with Parkinson's
07:38 diverted his attention from the entertainment industry
07:41 toward medical research.
07:43 He began focusing his energies on raising awareness
07:46 about the debilitating neurological condition.
07:49 - I left Spin City for a new job,
07:51 finding a cure for Parkinson's disease.
07:53 - Fox established his own foundation
07:55 to raise money for research.
07:57 - As one of the most public faces of the disease,
07:59 Fox makes it his life mission
08:01 to raise money for his foundation.
08:03 He raises awareness, all while keeping a level head
08:06 and a good sense of humor.
08:08 Showing bravery in the face of personal challenges,
08:11 the actor perseveres with infectious positivity.
08:14 - Optimism is a choice, but in a way it isn't.
08:17 I don't think there's any other viable choice
08:18 than to hope for the best and work toward it.
08:21 - Number three, Jennifer Garner.
08:23 From hit TV shows to blockbuster movies,
08:26 Jennifer Garner has conquered the small and big screen.
08:29 - Can you get in the car?
08:30 - I can't get in the car.
08:30 I don't get in the car with strangers.
08:32 - Please get in the car.
08:33 - She's also considered to be extraordinarily nice.
08:36 Despite high-profile marriages with the likes of Ben Affleck,
08:39 Garner keeps her cool in the face of paparazzi.
08:42 She said that her kindness stems from gratitude
08:44 regarding her privilege and celebrity status.
08:47 - You're a vision to behold and just a delight to talk to.
08:52 And I wanna thank you for helping us
08:53 get these puppies into a forever home.
08:57 - How are we gonna split them up?
08:58 - The puppies?
08:59 - Rather than sitting with her words,
09:01 the actress pays it forward
09:03 by going out of her way to help others.
09:05 This includes helping disaster victims in Kentucky
09:08 and even baking cookies for medical staff in California.
09:12 Becoming a great role model,
09:13 the star puts thoughts into action
09:15 as a family-oriented and giving person.
09:19 Number two, Tom Hanks.
09:21 Often considered one of America's favorite actors,
09:24 Tom Hanks embodies the everyman in most of his films.
09:28 - Okay?
09:29 - Okay.
09:29 - Okay.
09:30 - Okay.
09:31 - Okay.
09:32 - Okay.
09:34 - I'm sure that Uncle Sam
09:35 will have this all sorted out by tomorrow
09:36 and welcome to the United States, almost.
09:39 - His directors and co-stars have revealed
09:41 that he absolutely lives up to the hype.
09:43 Many of his collaborators,
09:45 including Steven Spielberg and Ron Howard,
09:47 sing his praises and welcome him back for multiple projects.
09:51 However, his heroic and happy personality
09:54 doesn't end when the director yells, "Cut."
09:56 - Oh, just one second, would ya?
09:58 (audience laughing)
10:05 - Oh, it's been a day, Steven.
10:08 It's been such a day.
10:09 - The actor often shows up in public
10:11 being kind to fans and taking photos with them.
10:14 He also openly admits that he's not always nice,
10:17 proving that he's grounded enough
10:18 to not let the compliments go to his head.
10:20 - Do you ever lose it?
10:21 Do you ever get angry?
10:22 Is there an angry Tom Hanks?
10:24 - My saying is I don't like people
10:27 taking advantage of my good nature.
10:29 - Hanks seems to utilize his celebrity for the better
10:32 as he warms the hearts of the general public
10:34 in his everyday life.
10:36 Before we unveil our top pick,
10:38 here are a few honorable mentions.
10:40 Kaley Cuoco.
10:42 She became a beloved presence
10:43 on one of the biggest sitcoms in recent history.
10:46 - It's been a rough go, man. - Thank you.
10:48 - It's been a rough go. - This is the best thing.
10:49 I didn't expect this.
10:50 - I just wanted to say, I feel you, girl.
10:53 - George Clooney.
10:54 The charismatic star has a natural charm
10:56 and a charitable lifestyle.
10:58 - It's unbelievable that I still have a career.
11:00 (audience laughing)
11:01 Sunset Beach, baby.
11:04 It's unbelievable that I still have a career.
11:05 - Daniel Radcliffe.
11:07 The Harry Potter actor survived child acting
11:10 and hasn't let fame go to his head.
11:12 - Somebody said, "Can I get a picture with you?"
11:14 And I just, you know, just saying words,
11:15 not meaning anything by it.
11:16 I just said, "Oh yeah, of course, if you want to."
11:18 And she just went, "Well, I wouldn't have asked
11:19 "if I didn't want to."
11:21 I was like, and of course I was like,
11:22 "Oh no, of course you wouldn't have, silly of me.
11:24 "Come over here."
11:25 - Mark Hamill.
11:26 Hamill continues to endure rabid fans
11:28 as a graceful performer.
11:30 - It's just so wonderful to be associated
11:34 with something that makes people so happy.
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11:52 Number one, Keanu Reeves.
11:54 While he might not have Neo's powers from "The Matrix,"
11:57 Keanu Reeves does possess some of the more heartwarming
12:00 and friendly qualities in Hollywood.
12:03 His co-stars rave about his kindness, generosity,
12:06 and professionalism on set.
12:08 Wowing his collaborators, Reeves arguably receives
12:12 even more praise for his off-screen work.
12:14 - Like I would look around and see the behaviors
12:17 of the people that I wanted to be like one day,
12:19 and they were always the kind, humble, gracious,
12:23 hardworking, you know, lovely examples.
12:27 - Yeah, yeah.
12:28 - You are so that.
12:29 - I don't know, that's kind of you to say that.
12:32 - He's been spotted hanging out with unhoused people
12:35 and even offering assistance to strangers when needed.
12:38 Best of all, he doesn't crave the spotlight
12:41 and prefers to help people out of the kindness
12:43 of his own heart.
12:44 You were nervous?
12:45 Why were you nervous?
12:47 - Because I was playing catch with the famous superstar.
12:51 - Elijah says it was the best 30 seconds of his life.
12:54 His easygoing personality also suggests
12:57 that fame hasn't changed him all that much.
13:00 The John Wick star seems to be among the nicest artists
13:03 in any medium, with stories about his good deeds
13:06 scattered all over the internet.
13:08 - He's so kind and humble and collaborative and welcoming.
13:12 I mean, everything, all the good things you hear
13:14 about Keanu, they're true.
13:16 - Did we forget another kind performer?
13:19 Let us know in the comments.
13:20 - It means inherently you're so kind, you don't lie,
13:23 you say sorry every two seconds.
13:26 - Yes, yes, but on the inside,
13:28 it's just, you know, bubble gum and broken glass.
13:30 - That's right.
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