Be kind Quote by Jacob Artist
![“Honestly, I'm one of the ones who is least like my character, just because I like to make people laugh and have a good time-and be kind of fun and silly. Jake is very composed, has his guard up, and is a bit damaged. [But] Cory Monteith is pretty much like Finn. I think they both kind of have that…” quote by Jacob Artist](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a13/jacob-artist-33029_be-kind_honestly-i-m-one-of-the-ones-who-is-leas_1763584.jpg)
“Honestly, I'm one of the ones who is least like my character, just because I like to make people laugh and have a good time-and be kind of fun and silly. Jake is very composed, has his guard up, and is a bit damaged. [But] Cory Monteith is pretty much like Finn. I think they both kind of have that goofy sense of humor. Cory is so hilarious in his everyday life, just like Finn is.”
About This Quote
An actor may differ from his character, yet can share traits like humor; others may mirror the role closely.
In simple terms: Actors can be similar or different from their roles.
Key Takeaway
Recognize both similarity and difference in portrayals.
Themes
identity
performance
humor
Mood
insightful
lighthearted
Type
analytical
entertaining
When to use this quote
- casting
- rehearsals
- public perception
Key Concepts
character analysis
self‑reflection
acting craft
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal humor influence role choice?
- When does an actor’s persona enhance a character?
A Different Perspective
Audience may conflate actor with character, limiting perception.
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