In an engaging conversation with Stephen Colbert, Scott Eastwood divulged personal and professional details, including growing up with Clint Eastwood, his love for classic cars, and the extreme training he underwent for “Suicide Squad.”
“I’m Pretty Sure It’s Illegal” – Scott Eastwood’s Extreme Training for ‘Suicide Squad’**
In an entertaining and revealing appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” actor Scott Eastwood opened up about the intense and physically demanding preparation for his role in “Suicide Squad.” “We did. He likes to put his actors through, like you said, and– I was playing a Spec-Ops guy in the movie. And at one point he had us– sleep deprivation for 72 hours,” Eastwood shared with Colbert. He then humorously reflected on the illegal activities they were made to do, admitting, “I’m pretty sure it’s illegal.”
The Eastwood Legacy: Growing up as Clint Eastwood’s Son
During the interview, Scott Eastwood also discussed his relationship with his iconic father, Clint Eastwood. When asked about pissing off his dad, Eastwood responded with humor, “It’s kind of like when you see him in ‘Gran Torino’ say, ‘Get off my lawn,’ but with his hands around your throat.” The young actor shared that he lived with his father until his teenage years and vividly described what it was like to get in trouble with him.
A Candid Chat: From First Cars to No Tattoos and ‘Furious 8’
Beyond his role in “Suicide Squad,” Eastwood spoke openly about his first car, a ’91 Ford Crown Vic, which he described as “not that sexy” and reminisced about using a bungee cord to keep the trunk closed. He also shared his love for classic cars and his excitement about being in “Furious 8.” When the conversation turned to tattoos, he talked about how his father’s old-school ways kept him from getting inked. “No, my dad was sort of old school. And I remember my sister coming home one time with a tattoo, and him saying, ‘Well, why the hell did you do that?’ I said, I’m not getting a tattoo. Okay,” Eastwood revealed.
The charming interview also included conversations about Eastwood’s modeling, surfing, his adorable dog named Freddie, and his public admission to crying during “The Notebook.” Stephen Colbert teased the possibility of Eastwood being the next Bachelor, to which Eastwood responded, “The Bachelor, that’s every man’s dream to be on a show with 20 women competing over you?”
The interview aired on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” and provided fans with a fascinating look at Scott Eastwood’s life, career, and personal experiences. The candid discussion and Eastwood’s lively demeanor made for a must-watch television moment.