Brendan Fraser on ‘The Whale’ and life away from the spotlight

In this week’s Sunday Sitdown, Brendan Fraser joins Willie Geist to talk about his time outside of the limelight, his Oscar nominated film “The Whale” and its tale of redemption that hits close to home.

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[aninjaguardian]

Brendan deserves all the recognition. I'm glad he and Ke Huy Quan are making their comebacks

[Kristen]

I have always loved Brendan Fraser. He is such a humble, and gentle man. I wish him all the best!

[johnflynn]

Brendan Fraser is Magnificent.
He will win the Oscar.

[williamgregory]

Respect Brendan Fraser.
Protect Brendan Fraser.
Support Brendan Fraser.
Embrace Brandon Fraser.

And most of all:

Love Brendan Fraser ❤️

[evebelle]

I am so happy for Brendan ❤ tonight he won his first Oscar❤️❤️❤️

[babyygravyy]

I was born in 1998 & Brendan, you're a huge part of my childhood. I'm so glad you put your mental and physical health before anything and anyone. You've got this & we're all here cheering you on.

[dobazajr]

Just saw The Whale. The moment he was placed on screen I was instantly invested. What an incredible performance. Even the supporting cast are incredible too.

[Jadehawk]

This man made my child and adolescent years great! I love Brendan. May he continue to do good things.😍

[lexiehuselton]

Just when I thought I couldn't appreciate or care a about this man more an interview like this shows up.Brendan is genuine, thoughtful and able to carry his thought and feelingss clearly to us. He's a true gem.

[karenpower]

As a fellow Canadian, I'm so proud of Brendan. He deserves all of the recognition!

[GrotrianSeiler]

He’s never been recognized for his talent. It’s about time

[robertashaffer]

So proud Brendan is from our beautiful country. Such a nice guy and so so deserving on the Oscar. Wishing him and his family all the best 🙏

[RedAurora]

Congratulations and more blessings to the gentle giant, our beloved Brendan! Your whale of a comeback is well deserved. Warm wishes from the Philippines.

[mayiehremill]

I am so glad he won an Oscar award for best actor performance in the Whale movie. So well deserved. 👏🏽💙😘

[yvonnebarretta]

Missed this man. Brendan made our day many times. His movies were played repeatedly in our home. He deserves every bit of this. Seems like such a humble and genuinely nice guy x

[just_typical_tady]

Protect this precious man at all cost!!!

[michellemunn]

Seeing the love his fellow actors give him is so great. I loved him in the mummy and george of the jungle and inkheart!

[safer_robert]

What an amazing performance! Just a star could shine like this! Happy for him !

[maryrice]

I am so proud of Brendan Fraser, what an awesome movie! Beautiful! Love all your movies! So glad you’re back!

[violetgurls]

I have a good feeling he will win the Oscar. He has lot of support