Steve Buscemi Quit Firefighting to Become an Actor

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  • Опубликовано: 25 апр 2022
  • Steve Buscemi remembers his firefighting days and his station’s hesitation about his career change.
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  • @carboncreations1416
    @carboncreations1416 2 года назад +5454

    He went back to the fire department to assist in 9/11 too. Incredible person

    • @asawhitemanidjustliketosay
      @asawhitemanidjustliketosay 2 года назад +266

      Was years before people found that out too. Humble

    • @markbristol5453
      @markbristol5453 2 года назад +106

      I saw him down there on 9/12.

    • @user-ms3jz7ub7n
      @user-ms3jz7ub7n 2 года назад +116

      Right! And with no fanfare or publicity. Steve is a really great guy.

    • @1sttvbn
      @1sttvbn 2 года назад +30

      @@asawhitemanidjustliketosay Nah, I heard that very week, because Howard Stern mentioned it on his show.

    • @asawhitemanidjustliketosay
      @asawhitemanidjustliketosay 2 года назад +17

      @@1sttvbn I stand corrected

  • @terencejay8845
    @terencejay8845 2 года назад +3337

    A film with Steve Buscemi in is always worth watching.

    • @mikec886
      @mikec886 2 года назад +12

      One of the best

    • @kemp10
      @kemp10 2 года назад +17

      Except the Adam Sandler gaffs

    • @ea_gas
      @ea_gas 2 года назад +70

      @@kemp10 ESPECIALLY the Adam Sandler gaffs. He's usually the best character in those films anyway. Him or Schneider

    • @scylla019
      @scylla019 2 года назад +8

      even spy kids 2

    • @armyguy4124
      @armyguy4124 2 года назад +11

      Must watch Boardwalk Empire on HBO he's fantastic

  • @Daysof
    @Daysof 2 года назад +126

    My dad’s buddy worked at the fire department with him. He said Steve was always funny and a good guy to work with.

    • @brucef310
      @brucef310 9 месяцев назад

      Prove it.

    • @ms.valdez5633
      @ms.valdez5633 5 месяцев назад +4

      @@brucef310it’s not like it’s an absurd statement.

    • @SRT140
      @SRT140 5 месяцев назад +2

      Trust me bro

    • @Daszuhorer
      @Daszuhorer Месяц назад

      @@brucef310why would someone lie about that

  • @ralphholiman7401
    @ralphholiman7401 2 года назад +177

    And, he has the coolest sounding voice. There's no one else that has a sound anything like that.

    • @SoftTangerineDreams
      @SoftTangerineDreams 7 месяцев назад +3

      I just watched Monster's Inc as an adult in English for the first time and fell in love with Randall's voice. I HAD to find out whose voice is was and turns out it was Steve! Never knew what he sounded like until this. Beautiful!

  • @Karolinus
    @Karolinus 2 года назад +2082

    "Before I was a NY Firefighter, I was Macaulay Culkin." - Steve Buscemi

  • @scottculli7851
    @scottculli7851 2 года назад +513

    This guy is absolutely one of my favorite actors, he’s a character actor, you can put him in anything and he’ll make it happen, he will pull it off, comedy, two mafia

  • @stephanievasquez4244
    @stephanievasquez4244 2 года назад +110

    Everything I hear about him makes me adore and respect him more and more!.

    • @diamonddave16
      @diamonddave16 Год назад +2

      Brilliant artist

    • @93Jubilee
      @93Jubilee 5 месяцев назад +2

      Same here!

    • @93Jubilee
      @93Jubilee 5 месяцев назад +1

      He lives arouind the corner from my daughtert in Brooklyn. Wehn I visit her, I alays hope I'll get to see him, though I'd respecfully pass on by if I did!

    • @stephanievasquez4244
      @stephanievasquez4244 5 месяцев назад

      @@93Jubilee That is so cool to hear! I would do the same too! Hopefully you will get to see him just being the cool guy he is.😁

  • @PB-fs3bh
    @PB-fs3bh 2 года назад +105

    I LOVE Steve Buscemi!
    He actually went back to help after 9/11.

  • @PowerWash2022
    @PowerWash2022 2 года назад +165

    This dude is one of my favorite actors

  • @Thesage50
    @Thesage50 2 года назад +60

    Steve always brings that realistic “ blue collar” vibe to every role!

    • @geessaess1707
      @geessaess1707 2 года назад

      Every role? Every role? He killed Billy without any provocation what so ever.

    • @corientewilliams
      @corientewilliams 2 года назад +2

      Con Air lol

    • @hithere4719
      @hithere4719 8 месяцев назад

      @@geessaess1707He saved Billy Madison while wearing a blue collar mechanic shirt. Touché.

  • @kenanacampora
    @kenanacampora 2 года назад +217

    This man helped on 9-11. He is still a firefighter who sometimes acts for a living. Great Job Nucky….😬👍🏻

    • @808ghostMiller
      @808ghostMiller Год назад

      Love that Boardwalk Empire reference 😎

  • @jimparis5073
    @jimparis5073 2 года назад +11

    This man single handed saved me so much money “I don’t tip”

  • @victormgv
    @victormgv 2 года назад +20

    Damn this guy is even cooler than I thought. What a guy!

  • @danbradley1943
    @danbradley1943 2 года назад +10

    Sings well, acts well, and still helps his fellow firemen. Love this guy.

  • @AmericanArgonaut
    @AmericanArgonaut 2 года назад +6

    I don’t really watch movies anymore. But when I did he was such a phenomenal actor. He’s played so many awesome characters, in so many great movies. Reservoir Dogs, Armageddon, Fargo. Ect..

  • @Ppanepinto2002
    @Ppanepinto2002 2 года назад +15

    A real hero. May he have success and enjoyment for many years to come.

  • @coolchickz999
    @coolchickz999 2 года назад +25

    We love you Steve ! So many good roles you've done ❤

  • @amethystwyvern
    @amethystwyvern 2 года назад +5

    It's cool to see that they were concerned for your well being and not jealous for you.

  • @deborahholland7274
    @deborahholland7274 2 года назад +16

    Wonderful actor and wonderful human!!!

  • @missmoxiemaesmith8287
    @missmoxiemaesmith8287 2 года назад +9

    He’s one of the best actors around. He can be funny and serious. I fell in love with him in the wedding singer

  • @lovelylisawarriorqueen7923
    @lovelylisawarriorqueen7923 2 года назад +55

    He's one of the good ones ❤️

    • @pnv8477
      @pnv8477 2 года назад +3

      He’s good all the time 🎼😂

  • @bethbuzzanco8072
    @bethbuzzanco8072 2 года назад +98

    I really like this man,great movies and great life attitude!!!

  • @beckycook6347
    @beckycook6347 2 года назад +52

    First film I seen him in was Airheads… love Buscemi ever since… great actor… all I can say is Mr Pink…. Man don’t tip!!!!!!!

    • @elyaqui5324
      @elyaqui5324 2 года назад +2

      Damn what a role great movie

    • @darylstpierre
      @darylstpierre Год назад +2

      Same here love that movie to this day

  • @mattienewberry2478
    @mattienewberry2478 2 года назад +4

    He is sooo cool! Great actor, amazing man.

  • @ghostinthemachine5821
    @ghostinthemachine5821 2 года назад +108

    Was actually a handsome young man 🤯

    • @Kermit_the_God
      @Kermit_the_God 2 года назад +5

      What happened I wonder. I love the guy don't get me wrong

    • @barbaramccoy6448
      @barbaramccoy6448 2 года назад +8

      He still is.

    • @R6W2
      @R6W2 Год назад +4

      @@Kermit_the_God what happened to him ? is that he aged ?

    • @dewilew2137
      @dewilew2137 Год назад +1

      @@Kermit_the_God the same thing that’s going to happen to you, if it hasn’t already. 🙄

    • @zjktz7782
      @zjktz7782 7 месяцев назад +2

      @@Kermit_the_Godhe got famous playing weirdos so he leaned into that. He was cute young and is not a bad looking older man

  • @meeeems7009
    @meeeems7009 2 года назад +16

    We’re so glad you left that job!!!!! ❤️

  • @gregoryjones1426
    @gregoryjones1426 2 года назад +3

    Sometimes following your dreams pays off. I am glad it worked out for Steve Buscemi.

  • @nahord33
    @nahord33 2 года назад +5

    He was hilarious in Fargo. “Two can play at this game. Total f’ing silence”. Also loved his role in Boardwalk Empire and Sopranos

  • @russellsmejkal304
    @russellsmejkal304 2 года назад +9

    I met him at Quentin Tarantino’s roast pretty freaking awesome guy very down to earth

  • @timmckeown1313
    @timmckeown1313 2 года назад +5

    Incredibly talented actor.

  • @QueenLaQueefa
    @QueenLaQueefa 2 года назад +2

    He’s awesome. So many amazing roles. A ledgend!

  • @TS-yf2zf
    @TS-yf2zf 2 года назад +5

    Very talented actor that hasn't really gotten the admiration he deserves

  • @tommyduris3044
    @tommyduris3044 2 года назад +8

    What a absolute legend! One of the true greats 🤟

  • @shoonger001
    @shoonger001 2 года назад +6

    He's one of my favorite actors.

  • @prazedplatoon6502
    @prazedplatoon6502 2 года назад +8

    Steve is such a great actor. If he’s in the movie, you know it’s gonna be good, funny, or thrilling.

  • @lordfatal2252
    @lordfatal2252 2 года назад +9

    A fkn great actor one of the best

  • @BuffMcLargeHuge2
    @BuffMcLargeHuge2 2 года назад +48

    Listen I love Buscemi, but when this short started his look actually startled me

    • @timblock3483
      @timblock3483 2 года назад +1

      Needs a haircut.

    • @Rocket9944
      @Rocket9944 2 года назад +7

      That's not nice we all get old

    • @C4DeadCharge
      @C4DeadCharge 2 года назад +5

      @@timblock3483 no he doesn’t

    • @anakinvader9120
      @anakinvader9120 2 года назад +2

      You never seen a person grow old before or???

    • @viviansmith1976
      @viviansmith1976 Год назад

      Ninjaman16709, Everybody gets old eventually. But I understand it can be surprising when you haven't seen them for a long time; whether in real life or in a movie.

  • @darthhull85
    @darthhull85 2 года назад +3

    Such an iconic voice

  • @Rocket9944
    @Rocket9944 2 года назад +16

    I remember this Miami vice episode, Miami vice had a lot of upcoming actors.

    • @finnmcginn9931
      @finnmcginn9931 Год назад

      So do I but never knew that Buscemi until right now. Cheers

  • @jtravel80
    @jtravel80 2 года назад +1

    One of the best actors from the Wedding Singer. Self taught no lessons. Thank you very much, POP!!

  • @jimmysapien9961
    @jimmysapien9961 2 года назад +4

    One of my favorite actors great man.

  • @MissBram1
    @MissBram1 2 года назад +15

    I became a fan after seeing him in Boardwalk Empire. Steve played the character of Enoch Thompson perfectly.

    • @gardensofthegods
      @gardensofthegods 2 года назад +2

      Yeah he was great in that so but I had seen him in various movies over the years before that and he always played rather quirky roles who were interesting .

  • @rickv9251
    @rickv9251 2 года назад +2

    I really enjoyed watching him, he's a great actor

  • @grahamdrummond2412
    @grahamdrummond2412 2 года назад +4

    He's such a cool dude, that pic of him really young !

  • @bhkfdbfb
    @bhkfdbfb 2 года назад +3

    Steve my kinda people.. from one FF to another thanks brotha

  • @acd138
    @acd138 2 года назад +4

    God he’s my fave, and just so so uniquely handsome🥰

  • @stuartscott8357
    @stuartscott8357 Год назад +2

    Much respect to this gentleman. As others have said on 9/11 he went back to his Firehouse and went to work.

  • @petersakes4674
    @petersakes4674 2 года назад +2

    Dude your a legend, keep them movies coming please. Thanks for all your hard work.

  • @cliffdiver5357
    @cliffdiver5357 2 года назад +4

    Love Steve.
    I wrote a screenplay with him in mind.

    • @gardensofthegods
      @gardensofthegods 2 года назад +1

      Is it copyrighted ? If so you never know he might be interested in it and maybe help you get it developed into a movie

    • @cliffdiver5357
      @cliffdiver5357 2 года назад +1

      @@gardensofthegods Thanks. It's a nice thought. Although it is copyrighted, and Steve is a really great guy, actors usually prefer not to receive random scripts from writers they don't know.

    • @gardensofthegods
      @gardensofthegods 2 года назад

      @@cliffdiver5357 true because they don't want people bugging them and asking them for favors .

  • @spicybiker3191
    @spicybiker3191 2 года назад +3

    Seeing him in this made me feel real old.

  • @tyrefire2978
    @tyrefire2978 2 года назад +2

    Now this is an actor worth listening to and watching
    The quite archivers are always the best

  • @bobbybustos426
    @bobbybustos426 2 года назад +5

    He was always such a good and funny actor! I loved him in the Sopranos!

  • @kevinspeight4664
    @kevinspeight4664 2 года назад +3

    Buscemi is one of my favorite actors!?! Luv this dude. He can do it fkn all. Truth

  • @stephanieabbott1800
    @stephanieabbott1800 2 года назад +3

    And thank God you did that!!! You are one of the best!!! I love your wok

  • @alkehrer1986
    @alkehrer1986 Год назад +1

    Steve I've always loved you as an actor I had no idea of the good that you do for your communities God-bless you for that

  • @datboibaz147
    @datboibaz147 Год назад +2

    Nucky Thompson. One of the GREATEST roles executed. You are amazing sir

  • @noni5961
    @noni5961 2 года назад +3

    One of the best actors.

  • @archersmith869
    @archersmith869 2 года назад +3

    When 9/11 happened and he put his gear back on and went to help , actor or not that his respect for his fellow fire fighters 🫡🫡🫡🫡

  • @stephanied4066
    @stephanied4066 Год назад +1

    Steve, you are an excellent actor. I love watching the movies you are in. You take acting to a whole different level. Thank you.

  • @niceyes753
    @niceyes753 Год назад +1

    Probably one of the best character actors today!
    All his movies and television shows are always great.

  • @mathewjordan4196
    @mathewjordan4196 2 года назад +6

    He’s definitely one of the best!

  • @user-pd9tc7hj4m
    @user-pd9tc7hj4m 2 года назад +3

    Honest to God this is a OMG moment for me had no idea. I like him as an actor I just never thought about his life for that.

  • @yoyokum1483
    @yoyokum1483 Год назад +1

    One of my top favorite Actors !!! Always comes through believable.

  • @walqqr1
    @walqqr1 8 месяцев назад +1

    He is so cool and kind, and he was actually handsome when he was young.

  • @astrodad656
    @astrodad656 2 года назад +31

    Rumor has it he is still struggling after the loss of his wife back in 2019. Married since 1987.

    • @RC-ns6eh
      @RC-ns6eh 2 года назад +8

      I mean that makes the most sense, why would that even be a rumor?

  • @megclif
    @megclif 2 года назад +10

    He was brilliant in Death of Stalin - always a plus for any movie he's in.

  • @Ilimar1
    @Ilimar1 2 года назад +1

    Great actor, great person, great firefighter and Great American!!! Thanks Steve.

  • @Nosirrah2112
    @Nosirrah2112 Год назад +1

    One of the absolute best actors of all time. His movies and roles are right up there with Nicholson And Daniel Day Lewis.

  • @deborahmcdonald8960
    @deborahmcdonald8960 Год назад +1

    I love this man. He is a damn fine person. He left Hollywood and helped all through the 9/11 recovery. A hard , physical and dangerous job in the the most sad and difficult time! Thank you Steve💜🥰👍🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼☮️☮️☮️

  • @SantosRiveraPR75
    @SantosRiveraPR75 2 года назад +1

    Respect.!! From Puerto Rico 🇵🇷.!!!
    We love U Steve.!!!

  • @tinakrische7087
    @tinakrische7087 Год назад +1

    You are a wonderful person Steve ❤ Thank you and your family.

  • @matcole1975
    @matcole1975 Год назад +1

    Great guy
    Every part he plays you cannot imagine anyone else playing that role.

  • @PRBBEUSMC
    @PRBBEUSMC 2 года назад +1

    Great guy meet him in person . Outstanding individual.

  • @mikecarlson3984
    @mikecarlson3984 2 года назад +1

    Great to see Steve looking well... He already plays a unforgettable role. 🍻

  • @killhacker5776
    @killhacker5776 2 года назад +2

    Steve Just jumped up the scale in my mind. Absolutely loved him before.

  • @karentate9114
    @karentate9114 2 года назад +2

    Steve B is most certainly one of the best. Far more versatile than most people are aware of.

  • @harveyhams1572
    @harveyhams1572 Год назад +1

    Steve is a great actor that brings characters to life.

  • @davidharper4570
    @davidharper4570 Год назад +1

    Thank you for serving your community.

  • @oswaldfarkleton3839
    @oswaldfarkleton3839 Год назад +1

    Not only is he a really nice and funny guy, he’s also a really serious actor, and my God he’s such a good one too

  • @FlubberGamer
    @FlubberGamer Год назад +1

    He’s so good in “Miracle Workers”, but I’ve also just always loved him in everything he’s been in. He’s one of those actors that seems like they would stand out and take you out of the experience, but is so talented that they seamlessly blend into their role.

  • @FrankensteinDC
    @FrankensteinDC Год назад +1

    great move by a great character actor, thank you Steve for the years of service and entertainment

  • @Amanda-cd6dm
    @Amanda-cd6dm Год назад +1

    He is an amazing man. Not only an extraordinary actor, he saves lives and homes

  • @007heaven
    @007heaven Год назад +1

    Brilliant actor and I can imagine person too , that friend everyone wants and can rely on

  • @Bukpie
    @Bukpie 2 года назад +2

    One of my favorite actors!

  • @ricos4700
    @ricos4700 2 года назад +1

    Steve Buscemi is a one of the greats 👍. Board walk empire, sopranos, Fargo. List goes on and on.

  • @lisastone2324
    @lisastone2324 Год назад +1

    Steve Buscemi is a darn fine actor. I have enjoyed every project on which he has appeared (especially Boardwalk Empire).

  • @lynb2039
    @lynb2039 2 года назад +2

    one of the best actors of the century

  • @isabellrc
    @isabellrc 2 года назад +2

    I’ve always enjoyed seeing him act…

  • @Soul_dead5612
    @Soul_dead5612 2 года назад +2

    Damn i did not notice that was Steve Buscemi at first!!! Hes one of the greatest ever!!

  • @rachelharris725
    @rachelharris725 2 года назад +2

    I love him and even though he has had better movies, he still cracks me up in Armageddon.

  • @dmitryberman7334
    @dmitryberman7334 Год назад +1

    And what a great actor he is. One of my favorites.

  • @alexwestman8289
    @alexwestman8289 2 года назад +1

    This guy is literally epic. Steve. You are the best

  • @mrsblue3011
    @mrsblue3011 Год назад +1

    Ghost town, Fargo, Trees Lounge, Reservoir Dogs, Ed and His Dead Mother, Living in Oblivion- this is just to mention a handful of amazing movies this man has made! He never ceases to amaze!!!

  • @bramsltd
    @bramsltd 2 года назад +2

    Salute to this man. During 911 he dropped everything and went to help.

  • @frankconrad8561
    @frankconrad8561 2 года назад +1

    I already had alot of respect for Buscemi… *This just solidified it. Awesome guy!*

  • @dudejrryan
    @dudejrryan Год назад +1

    First role I saw him in was the Lonesome Dove TV miniseries. Then, in many memorable roles since. A true talent & human being

  • @madisonnicole124
    @madisonnicole124 Год назад +1

    Steve buscemi will always be a legend in my book. Grew up watching this guy in the 90's with all the greatest. Adore him!

  • @bettywrites1051
    @bettywrites1051 2 года назад +1

    I love this guy. Much respect for him. 🌟

  • @Stewieboy1995
    @Stewieboy1995 Год назад +1

    Gotta love this guy, such a nice man and I’m a huge fan of Steve.

  • @dannydonnelly8345
    @dannydonnelly8345 2 года назад +1

    If I see this guy cast in a movie I look forward to seeing the movie! Keep up the great work Steve!