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Actor David Harbour gained widespread recognition for his role as Chief Jim Hopper in the popular Netflix seriesStranger Things. His work as the gruff yet endearing sheriff earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan following. Apart from this, he is also well known for appearing in films likeSuicide Squad(2016),Hellboy(2019), andBlack Widow(2021).
Most fans associate him with the role of Chief Jim Hopper. He was once asked about the lines that his fans quote when they run into him in public. The actor smartly compared his line to actor Robert De Niro’s iconic line in 1976’sTaxi Driver,“You talking to me?”
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David Harbour revealed what fans tell him when they approach him
In an interview withBBC Radio 1, actorDavid Harbourwas asked to reveal that one line that his fans quote all the time when he runs into them. The actor explained that the line is like his version of De Niro’s iconic line from 1976’sTaxi Driver,
“Well, I mean the one thing, the one quote that will haunt me, it is like my De Niro, like, ‘You talking to me?’ It’s that one, ‘Mornings are for coffee and contemplation.’ The amount of people who say that to me, want me to say it, blah blah blah. God bless! Them and that line.”
The line comes from Harbour’s character, Chief Jim Hopper, in the popular Netflix seriesStranger Things. In 2018, he was nominated for an Emmy Award in the Supporting Actor in a Drama Series category for his work in the show but lost to Peter Dinklage.
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David Harbour’s Jim Hopper is a fan-favorite character
Harbour’s portrayal of the grizzled, yet compassionate small-town sheriff captivated audiences worldwide and earned him a dedicated fan base. His character’s journey throughout the show managed to make him one of the fan favorites.
Not justStranger Things, but Harbour has also showcased his versatility and talent in many other movies and TV shows. He made his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut as Alexei Shostakov, aka the Red Guardian, in 2021’sBlack Widow, further solidifying his status as a successful actor.
He recently appeared inGran Turismoand has many projects lined up. His ability to seamlessly transition between intense, dramatic roles and light-hearted, comedic ones has made him a respected and beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
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Source:BBC Radio 1
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Farhan Asif is a gaming writer at FandomWire who specializes in video games/franchises like Helldivers 2, GTA, and Call of Duty. Apart from 1600+ published articles for FandomWire, he has also written more than 750 articles for AnimatedTimes. He has a passion for coding and is pursuing a degree in computer science. During his free time, Farhan loves to play video games and hopes to create a video game of his own one day.
