Chris Diamantopoulos (2015)

What are you kidding!!!!????Russ is the worst human on earth...WE LOVE THAT GUY.

indeed

nice

"More Walt", "less testosterone", "Mickey-drunk", "imagine getting smashed in the face with a frying pan"

What a great question. If I had been asked this 10 years ago I would have said that all I wanted was to be a marquee name as soon as humanly possible. Looking back (and forward) now, i realize how much I've learned on all of the sets without the pressure of millions of eyes watching... Like anyone who takes pride in their work, I look forward to greater opportunities to grow. Perhaps one day I will be a marquee name. In the meantime, I will keep working my ass off.

Doors? Sorry dude. Car doors are so 2015. How do the doors of a chopper open? That's the real question.

Call Mickey Mouse, he has the tools to help

I know Mark and a few other guys were the inspiration for Russ. The say the best comedy does from reality. I think the only thing I really borrowed from Mark is his arms folded/smile to the camera pose that he does in the opening credits of shark tank. I practiced in the mirror for hours. As for him selling the shirt? He must be going after another comma.

It moves me to meet a fellow Stooge fan, and thanks for your support. I've been practicing Moe's antics/choreography my whole life. The technical answer is that we had one week of rehearsals prior to shooting to go over the physical stuff. Sean, Will, and I would also gather a few hours before production at the beginning of each day and we would iron our the details of who was getting hit, when, and where. I may have slapped Sean's nose rather than his cheek a few times, and it's possible I bonked Will on the head hard enough for him to see stars, and I did sprain my fingers poking Larry's sandwich board... It was all part of the job, and I loved every second of it.

The greatest MALAKA that ever lived!

You just made my day.

Ha! My Wife, my kids, reruns of Seinfeld, Lime flavored Tostitos

Only word you need to know in Greek.

Oh, you see what you did there

All the guys are brilliant, but Thomas is so great to play off of. He was such a pro and treat. I wish I got to work with Matt Ross, I think he's exceptional.

When he's got that "I'm a guy who FUCKS" kinda face. Jarred has it. He knows what I'm talking about.....

I was offered the role of Marky Bark, and had no idea what to expect until I got to set. Mitch was amazing to work with/for. I loved that show and all the folks on it. Had a blast with Portia.
Silicon, I really fought for. I auditioned a few times and even played russ as different versions (Mathew McConaughey) and I was thrilled to get the role.
I honestly don't remember which charter I played in death match...shoot, i'm getting old...does anyone know?
CANNOT FUCKING WAIT FOR SPECTER

Castor? Yeah, he was a piece of work.

I've been lucky to have played so many fun characters. I love doing Mickey, such an honor. It was exhilarating to play the late great robin williams (may he r.i.p)

Thanks for the kind words. Still unclear as to if Russ will make it back next season, but I for one would love him to just somehow kibosh things for the boys again.

Thanks for the question, I got into acting because I always loved the idea of shape shifting and changing my state. I've been so damn lucky to play so many charters and work with amazing talents. I loved playing Moe because I was such a fan, playing the late great Robin Williams (may he rip) was a dream too. Mickey Mouse is an honor and a blast to play. I don't think I have a favorite because I'v truly enjoyed them all so much. I'd like to think the best is yet come.

No I do not.

I learned it form my father, Malaka.

anytime!

Because you're a malaka.

I left town when I was 16 and worked extensively in the theater. I did a bunch of bus and truck tours and eventually landed on Broadway, so I never had the chance to work in film and tv there. I find myself now in the early stages of my producing career looking to develop material in my native Canada.

Great question: We played very close to script because the writing is so damn good. I don't remember which or any or my lines were improvised. In the last scene, when my tequila bottle has all but destroyed their business, all I was supposed to say was "You were my guys". I thought it would be funny if we did one take in which I cited each of them by their new moniker, i.e., "that guy", "Bin Laden", "he fucks". That take made the cut.

Great fucking question. Yes, those words were used, many many times. And I'd be lying if I said I hadnt considered it. As recently as 3 years ago, I had the pleasure of working with the Legendary Kurt Russell on THE ART OF THE STEAL. He and I really hit it off and he flat out suggested that I change my name to Chris D ( before stooges premiered). He just thought it was too long and hard (thats what she said) and that it would likely limit my marketability. I don't doubt that he had a great point. I gave it SERIOUS consideration but ultimately, the change felt false. Look, people already call me Chris D so no biggie. I like to think that even if you can't pronounce it, it's memorable. The correct pronunciation btw is:
Dee-uh-men-TAH-puh-lus

David Cross

Good question. No that was actually the end of the scene but your right, those two babysitting is a hilarious concept.

For me, Walt remains the ideal Mickey. And while other Mickey's have been wonderful, I'm a purist, so Walt was my model for how I characterized my Mickey. Thanks for the question.

That wasn't the easiest shoot. Winter North of Toronto Canada, I was barefoot, slathered in gel and fake blood that kept freezing so they had to keep pouring water on me. The horse was foam and silicon and I was in and out for about 4 hours.

Season finale Dick Joke algorithm.

We laughed a lot during the hibachi scene, almost to the point where we couldn't shoot. And Zach is one of the brightest kindest people I've ever met. Tall Ass Mothafucka too

Russ is totally on board with any and all backdoor action.

He's buried under Dunder Mifflin. It's yet unsolved, but Jim has to live with himself...

Our characters rarely overlapped oncreen, so I really only saw Kiefer at the craft services trailer. Always super nice, and a total badass.

Thanks jason. Best wishes.

We're all so excited by the idea of another movie. I can tell you that the script is being written as we speak. Fingers crossed for a 2017 release, but you never know with these things. Thanks for the support.

Good question, and thanks. Well, knowing who fucks and who doesn't do all the fucking is both inborn and cultivated. Through years of observation, and self reflection, I've developed a patent pending system that I will actually be selling with Anthony Robbins.

Hmmmm....you do not.

Wait.... No...Actually you DO!

My meter was off, there was a leaf blower going off next door.

On the rare occasion that he loses a comma, Russ curls up into the fetal position and listens to Mariah Carrey Butterfly

ACTING!

I'm a dad, so I just love to play with the kids. I love to cook, swim, I like to hike, and I actually enjoy shopping for clothes. I know, it's nuts.

Paul Newman, Danny Kaye, Errol Flynn, Cary Grant, Jimmy Stewart, Robin Williams, Sean Connery, I could go on and on...

Most of the show is shot in LA with some exteriors shot on location. Becki and I met 10 years ago in NYC underground at times square during rush hour. We walked past each other and our eyes met. I knew I had to talk to her, and in full on creep mode I approached her and told her I thought I was lost. She didn't buy it, so I invited to come see my show ( I was performing on Broadway in the FULL MONTY). She came to the show the next evening and we've been together ever since. All this despite her having seen me naked before our first date. Strong woman.

Great dude. I understudied him when I was 20 years old in Joseph in Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. He's a talent and a great prankster.

Yes. No. or wait, is it, no. yes? I always get those two confused.

It's all connected. I think my voice has helped me get work. Finding a different voice for each role is fun and good start to breaking down who the guy is and how he's different from me.

Mads was the man. I believe he improved that.

THAT shit was NOT easy!!!! No joke, they had to have a mirror on set so I could accomplish that. i have small teeth

Oh a funny man...

Thanks so much.

I remember the desert shoot days just being surreal. They were the first days of the season and they were the first things I shot so figuring out who Marky was going to be was challenging. Mitch (Hurwitz) was a delight and so damn smart and funny that it was a feat to keep up with him as he changed his mind and moved from one thing to the next. I'll say this, the ostrich, wigged me out.

Wait, what? Gun?

Weren't the stooges the original action-comedy stars?

Best: Scaramanga, Le Chiffre, Kananga
Worst: Largo, Stromberg, Greene

First off thanks for the kind words. I have not seen the moma exhibit but I am a fan Lloyd Wright's work, big time. I helped to design my home with my dear friend and gifted Architect Noah Riley. A dream come true.

Fabulous hair is the one trait we should all look for in our leaders. I love the danforth but have not been back for a taste in some time. My favorite burger is the one I make at home: grassfed beef and bacon blended together and seasoned. On a pretzel bun. perfection.

Aren't the books great? You just made me want to re-read them. No upcoming projects in T.O as of yet, but I love shooting in Toronto.

I am obsessed with HOUSE OF CARDS and GAME OF THRONES. My favorite comedy is Seinfeld.

Bret is such a terrific Mickey. It's nice for me that Disney wanted something in a different vain as well. I'm just happy to be invited to the party.

epically

Thanks for that. I knew I wanted him to be larger than life but I also wanted him to be real, so, I'd say the toughest part was allowing him to be broad but keeping him grounded. Also, I have to say, it was particularly hard shunning T.J (Erlich). It KILLED me to do it.

I grew up in predominately Greek neighborhood so Diamantopoulos was like Smith. Come to think of it, we made fun Steve Smith a lot.

Good points. Playing a recognizable figure is dicey at best. But I became an actor partly because I'm a student of history. The study of nuance and voice and posture is appealing to me. Having a model to conform to is actually liberating. The challenge is what drives me. Certainly earlier in my career, just procuring work was the goal, so I didn't have the luxury of fearing the outcome of my performance . And even now, I find that the work I most desire is also the most challenging to land. I tend to ask myself if I can add value to a project. If the answer is yes I move forward. I also ask myself who might do better justice with a role. And if I can't picture someone else, then I throw my hat in the ring. My wife challenged me to audition for both Robin Williams and Moe. I just didn't imagine that I'd EVER be cast as either. She posed the question to me: "if not you, then who?" With the gauntlet thrown, I put everything I had into it. Moe took 6 months and 14 auditions (all in costume and character). And for Williams I walked the streets of nyc and rode the subway in character for 3 weeks to build the character. A gratifying/terrifying experience. And to be fair, I didn't sleep much the week before either movie premiered. With Mork, it aired opposite the NCAA finals so I think the viewership was less than 80k. Stooges was a much bigger platform but we all ( the Farrelley Bros, Sean, Will and I) knew we had put EVERYTHING into it so I relaxed a bit. At the end of the day, you can't please everyone. I aim to do the best work I can and to learn more on each gig so that each time out the gate is better and better.

BLASPHEMER!!!!

I'm LITERALLY doing just that as I type out my responses.

Really good question. I worked in the theater and on Broadway for over 15 years before I ever got into voice over or tv and film. I didn't do much private study but the little I did and the experience of 8 shows a week for over a decade taught me how to use my voice and what to do and what not to do. it's still a challenge to keep it all healthy mind you, but Mickey (thankfully) is second nature now. I've been Mickey for 4 seasons so far. A real dream come true.

I think he's based on Mark Cuban....

I loved making Stooges. We laughed for 15 weeks straight.

HOW DARE YOU SIR!?

I would absolutely love to.

Well, Bret Iwan voices club house and I voice the shorts. For the shorts, I really tried to go back to Walt's version of Mickey. I use that as my guide.