Highlights
- Memorable interview moment: Bruce Willis and Stephen Colbert get into a brawl over a stunt comment made by Colbert. Fans loved the unexpected twist.
- Interview pre-taped: Fans were surprised to learn that the interview was taped prior to the show. It featured stuntmen and a laugh track.
- Emotional fans: Many fans were emotional watching the interview, especially given Willis’ current health struggles. They expressed love, prayers, and appreciation for both Willis and Colbert.
Stephen Colbert has had so many memorable interview moments. Who can forget the time Donald Trump refused to answer one of Stephen Colbert’s questions?
In the following, we’re going to take a look back at another memorable interview moment featuring both Stephen Colbert and Bruce Willis. We’re going to take a closer look at how the interview takes a twist, and how fans realized the moment was all taped prior to the show.
We’ll also take a closer look at what the fans had to say about the interview. For a lot of fans, watching the interview back is emotional given Willis’ current health status.
Stephen Colbert’s Guest Was Rattled After Hecklers Angrily Interrupted His Interview Off-Air
Multiple times during Stephen Colbert’s interview, audience members got involved.
Bruce Willis And Stephen Colbert’s ‘Fight’ Was Pre-Taped With A Laugh Track
Among Stephen Colbert’s most popular interviews ever includes his chat with Bruce Willis. Over on YouTube, the interview has over 25 million views. Fans enjoyed a specific moment in particular, and that’s when Willis and Colbert get into a brawl over a stunt comment made by Colbert.
Stephen tells Bruce, “I find it hard to believe that you still do your own stunts.” Willis says, “I feel like I would let people down if I didn’t do my own stunts.”
Stephen says, “I guess you do your own stunts then,” putting up the quotation marks sarcastically. Colbert continues, “I find it hard to believe that a guy who spends most of his time lying down on the job these days does his own stunts. And please take that with respect.”
The interview takes a turn when Willis challenges Colbert to a brawl. Stuntman are used during the sequence, and it is clear that a laugh track is also used, given that the moment was pre-taped before the show.
Ryan Gosling Walked Out Of His Interview With Stephen Colbert After A Comment Made By Russell Crowe
Not only did Ryan Gosling walk off the Late Show set, but he also ripped Stephen Colbert’s script while Russell Crowe looked on.
It turned out to be an interview moment fans did not expect and one that went viral online.
Fans Are Emotional Watching The Interview Back Following Bruce Willis’ Health Struggles
Fans have many different emotions watching the interview back today. Among the reactions are fans realizing that the footage was taped ahead of time.
“Great set up. The magic of the camera. The pre recorded use of the audience audio. Bruce and Stephen had a ball putting that together. Well done chaps.”
Stephen Colbert Was Put In A Tough Spot After Diane Keaton Accused Him Of Harassment During Their Awkward Interview
Diane Keaton went on a rant following a hug exchange between herself and the late night host, Stephen Colbert.
Other fans were emotional watching the interview back, knowing about Willis’ health struggles nowadays.
“Sad to hear what Bruce is going through just now and that he retired sending love and prayers.”
“Funny, Bruce Willis is the nicest guy. Always appreciative, always gracious. Takes care of his people. Great actor and one of the few celebrities I’ve worked for that was not what you expected.”
Another fan praised Stephen Colbert’s involvement in the skit. “That was hilarious! I gotta say, Stephen Colbert puts a lot of body English into his performances. None of the other late night talk show hosts could have ever done this–not even Carson with his willingness to ham it up. He is not only uber-intelligent compared to the others, he is more willing to take risks with this kind of physical humor.”
A great interview moment and one fans won’t forget.
Bruce Willis’ Longtime Stuntman Noticed Changes In The Actor Over The Years
Stuart F. Wilson worked alongside Bruce Willis for 17 years. The stuntman reflected on changes in Bruce’s behavior. Wilson did admit to seeing signs, but didn’t make much of it at the time.
“Sometimes when you were talking to him, he just seemed sidetracked, and we would think it would mean nothing, but you would wonder if there are other things going on,” he said.
“Being with somebody that much, yeah, you see the changes. Obviously we knew there was other stuff going on at a certain point in time. We realized because he’s getting tested for different things, but at the time we didn’t know exactly what it was.”
Willis’ family also posted an emotional message on Instagram, discussing Bruce’s struggles.
“This is a really challenging time for our family and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support. We are moving through this as a strong family unit, and wanted to bring his fans in because we know how much he means to you, as you do to him. As Bruce always says, ‘Live it up’ and together we plan to do just that.”
The actor is deeply missed by fans since leaving Hollywood for good.
Source: NewsFinale