Extended Interview: J.K. Simmons
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J.K. Simmons discusses his career and new role in 'The Westies' with Tracy Smith.
J.K. Simmons, the Oscar-winning star of "Whiplash", relishes being a character actor. He talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his role as a mob leader in the new MGM+ series "The Westies", and recalls the difficult early days of his career – and how an unexpected kindness from an actor friend helped him when he needed it most.
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