Common on Silo & Turning Down Kanye's Tour to Pursue Acting

John Feitelberg sits down with Common for an all-new episode of Scene Stealers to break down the scenes that defined his career.

From his breakout role in Smokin' Aces to American Gangster, John Wick: Chapter 2, and Silo, Common reflects on the actors, directors, and moments that shaped him. He shares stories about learning from Denzel Washington, working alongside Keanu Reeves, and the decision to turn down a Kanye West tour to pursue acting.

Common also discusses what drew him to Robert Simms in Silo, why he believes acting can heal people, his pursuit of an EGOT, and the films that continue to inspire him.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

00:18 - Welcome & Becoming Robert Simms in Silo

01:28 - Why Common Chose to Play a Villain

03:11 - Can Acting Heal People?

06:16 - Lessons Learned From Playing Robert Simms

08:23 - Bradley Cooper & Obama

10:29 - Silo, Tim Robbins & Chasing an EGOT