Has any actor in Hollywood under 50 served their country and will military heros fade from the big screen in the future?

2016-03-01T23:18:12-05:00

Can you name an actor under 50 in Hollywood who served? Will military Heroes fade away in the future of cinema?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 1 at 2016 11:20 PM

2016-03-01T23:20:04-05:00

The guy who played Kylo Ren in the new Star Wars film is a Marine.

Response by TSgt Melissa Post made Mar 2 at 2016 1:02 AM

2016-03-02T01:02:47-05:00

One of the firefighters in Fireproof is a Marine.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 2 at 2016 1:28 AM

2016-03-02T01:28:01-05:00

I just remembered that Rob Riggle is a retired LTC from the Marine Corps Reserve. He's only 45.

Response by SSgt David Tedrow made Mar 2 at 2016 2:45 AM

2016-03-02T02:45:01-05:00

To name a few that come to mind.
Drew Carey - Marine
Randy Couture - Army
Ice-T - Army
Rob Riggle - Marine
Adam Driver - Marine

Response by MSgt Stephanie McCalister made Mar 2 at 2016 11:24 AM

2016-03-02T11:24:32-05:00

You'll see some in upcoming movies, Citizen Soldier, and Range 13. Range 13 is chock full of OIE/OEF veterans, including Marcus Luttrell (Lone Survivor); 2 Medal of Honor recipients: Leroy Petry & Clint Romesha; as well as Alek Skarlatos (Paris train terror).
One of the firemen in Range 13 went to high school with my son, pretty much grew up in my house, still refers to me as 'mom'! You can pick him out at :16 seconds into the trailer, on right of screen, red shirt, brown fireman's pants, ... he's also later in the trailer in full MOP gear carrying the torso end of a victim with another rescuer - Navy veteran, Austin Renfroe. Plus several others, including female OIF/OEF veterans. Not just bit parts either, many have speaking & acting parts, not just 'extras'!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gnfe6fwKl8k

http://veteransfilmfestival.com/2016/01/25/range-15-2016/

RANGE 15 Official Red Band Trailer (2016) Zombie Horror Comedy Movie HD

http://www.joblo.com - RANGE 15 Official Red Band Trailer (2016) Zombie Horror Comedy Movie HD A group of veterans wake up after a night of partying to find ...

Response by Capt Tom Brown made Mar 2 at 2016 2:06 PM

2016-03-02T14:06:49-05:00

Someone said once that John Wayne never served.? If true that does seem a bit strange given the times at the time.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 3 at 2016 5:07 PM

2016-03-03T17:07:59-05:00

there are a number of lesser known actors and actresses that have served, but are not yet as popular as other big names. military history is a large part of American history so it will never fade out. there will ALWAYS be a story to tell

Response by LT Louis McKellar made Aug 18 at 2016 2:50 PM

2016-08-18T14:50:40-04:00

In the movie Battleship, Gregory D. Gadson portrays Lieutenant Colonel Mick Canales. In real life, he graduated from West Point and is a full colonel. From his IMDb file: "Gadson, was returning from a memorial service in Baghdad for two Soldiers from his brigade on May 7, 2007, when his vehicle was hit by an improvised explosive device. He lost both legs above the knee and suffered a severe injury to his right arm."

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Feb 10 at 2020 5:18 AM

2020-02-10T05:18:03-05:00

Hopefully not.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 10 at 2020 9:24 AM

2020-02-10T09:24:32-05:00

besides Driver (can't remember first name), No. To answer your second question, Absolutely without a doubt. I hate to say it but less people are joining the military and less service members are getting out with interest in film. The music industry is BOOMING with prior service though.

Response by MSgt Joseph Holness made Feb 10 at 2020 12:40 PM

2020-02-10T12:40:26-05:00

None come to mind; most if not all Hollywood types are SJWs and anti-American subversives that need to be introduced to the Deep-6. Besides, it would be a way for them to do be their part for the environment by being a food source for worms and sharks.

Response by LTC Lee Bouchard made Feb 10 at 2020 1:26 PM

2020-02-10T13:26:40-05:00

Yes, however the most vets who were Hollywood stars came out of WW ll. I am sure there are a few under 50 who have served but cannot, at the moment, recall who they are.
War movies today seem as popular as ever. Especially when the film is based on actual events.
!917, Midway and sniper come to mind. There are a few others.

Response by CSM Richard StCyr made Feb 11 at 2020 2:40 PM

2020-02-11T14:40:50-05:00

The guy who plays the Sith in star wars comes to mind.