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Bradley Cooper’s Upbringing: Learn All About the Oscar-Nominated Actor
A Familiar Face of the Awards Season
Bradley Cooper has consistently starred in Oscar-nominated titles and this year, his best bet is Maestro, the Leonard Bernstein biopic. Not only is Cooper the lead actor, but he also wrote, directed, and produced the film.
The Controversy Surrounding Cooper's Prosthetic Nose
Cooper's portrayal of the composer in Maestro has generated controversy due to his prosthetic nose. Some have labeled it as "Jewface" as it was designed to increase the actor-director's likeness to Bernstein.
A Misconception: Cooper's Jewish Background
First things first, Bradley Cooper is not Jewish. The 9-time Oscar-nominated actor, who was born in Philadelphia, comes from Italian and Irish descent and was raised as a Catholic. His mother, Gloria Campano, has Southern Italian roots, while his father, Charles Cooper, has Irish ancestry.
A Product of His Parents
In a 2014 interview with Celtic Life International, Cooper revealed that he is "a product of his parents." He inherited his love for eating and cooking from his mom's side, while his dad had a significant influence on his outlook on life. Cooper was brought up as a Roman Catholic and admired his devout father.
Debating Jewish Representation on Screen
Cooper directing a movie about the life of a Jewish man has sparked a debate about Jewish representation in Hollywood. Many question the casting of non-Jewish actors in these roles. It's worth noting that Leonard Bernstein was also known to have relationships with men, while Cooper is straight.
The Approval of Bernstein's Children
Bernstein's three children, Jamie, Alexander, and Nina, have expressed their support for Cooper's choices in the film. They believe their father would have been fine with it as well. The siblings see the complaints about this issue as attempts to bring down a successful person.
Now Playing in Theaters and Coming to Netflix
Maestro is currently in theaters for a limited release and will be available on Netflix on December 20th.
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