Jamie Foxx Reveals His Deeply Personal Connection to 'Just Mercy''

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4 жыл бұрын

Jamie Foxx explained to Ellen why "Just Mercy," the true story of attorney Bryan Stevenson's dedication to exonerating wrongfully convicted people, is extremely personal because of a similar situation with his own father.
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@lalaxo5869 4 жыл бұрын

The way the audience was so quiet while he talked about his father. Who better to play this role! Cant wait to see it

@RoseCroga35 4 жыл бұрын

The pain in his voice when he talked about his dad ... wow, my respect to you J

@divedeep4514 4 жыл бұрын

I love how ellen listened to Jamie without interrupting him

@yomommastupid 4 жыл бұрын

you can tell that this movie is vey personal to Jamie...Jamie might joke but he is deep and serious when needed...Ellen gave him the space and time...one of the best actors in my opinion...

@kirank287 4 жыл бұрын

True :)

@alanaterrel9914 4 жыл бұрын

Yes he is but as usual they will steal his award for some white washed movie

@Doyouloveyourmotherpodcast 4 жыл бұрын

FunkyDoolittle 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

@FaceLifeOpenMinded 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t think I’ve ever heard Ellen speak openly about race issues before. I’m glad to hear her voice that.

@NicoleStLouis-is2hc 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! I was shocked. And although I think Ellen show just avoids heavy issues in general, it was refreshing to hear a white celeb acknowledge the reality.

@nataliestevens9243 4 жыл бұрын

All i got to say is i love ellen 😊😄

@PJ-qs7xz Жыл бұрын

His grandma and granddad raised him after his parents put him up for adoption.

@allalone1995 4 жыл бұрын

When I first saw the trailer, I just assumed this was in the 50s or the 60s. To hear him say 1986 just knocked the wind out of me. But it's 2020 and things aren't any different.

@devante_9346 4 жыл бұрын

The sheriff that put his character in jail was re-elected 6 times and just retired last year it’s a tough movie to watch

@RNBMusicLover 4 жыл бұрын

I know right and I was born in 85

@yootoob2 4 жыл бұрын

Right! I assumed it was another 60's movie.

@survivingadulthood3592 4 жыл бұрын

He sold tf out of this movie. I’m going to see it.

@niadaqueen3988 4 жыл бұрын

I was raw and angry and numb all at the same time- so painful but a must see

@NicoleStLouis-is2hc 4 жыл бұрын

@@niadaqueen3988 it is going to destroy me, but I need to see it. We all do.

@eazyecurry8749 4 жыл бұрын

Its great i watch it twice

@joyherring81 4 жыл бұрын

Heartbreaking movie but a must see.

@corneilmadison3870 3 жыл бұрын

@Best of the Best yes cried through this movie

@ThemDotcomBoyz 4 жыл бұрын

Respect for Ellen for giving the time and space for Jamie to speak unlike other talk show will interrupt because of the timing or what so ever. I honestly need to watch this movie !

@chykim1 4 жыл бұрын

I noticed that as well... Good for Ellen

@AlwaysSomething69 4 жыл бұрын

You could've heard a pin drop as Jamie spoke about his father. What an awesome son his father raised.♥️

@bojankis5999 4 жыл бұрын

Jamie and his fucking great stories. I love that man.

@michaelcabrera7420 4 жыл бұрын

Bojan Kis I love that man too bro!

@joonlee30 4 жыл бұрын

All the dislikes, they can’t stand seeing a black man who’s more articulate, clean cut and successful than they are.

@entreptiles 4 жыл бұрын

@Ooh Oops he's talking about the 51 people who disliked this video for no apparent reason.

@Aamonnater 4 жыл бұрын

50 dislikes is nothing, many of those would have been a mistake. Not really something worth drawing attention to.

@arnoldvincent9775 4 жыл бұрын

Joon they are Trump supporters

@dimplesp4046 4 жыл бұрын

Yep that sounds about white

@alanaterrel9914 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@patsnation8427 4 жыл бұрын

*When Jamie in his acting bag it's not too many actors who is on his level.*

@AurioVida 4 жыл бұрын

faxxx!

@tijan8948 3 жыл бұрын

💯

@biddybop8515 4 жыл бұрын

Father raised a upstanding human - so glad he’s now got his father living with him. That is one selfless human there.

@joykiarie5481 4 жыл бұрын

Almost done reading the book, ''The Sun Does Shine'' that is another story of Bryan Stevenson getting an innocent man out of death row after 20 years in there. I highly recommend it. He is a hero and deserves the Presidential medal of freedom.

@SantoshKumar-ed9oy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing the name of the book..

@lauralunaazul 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, 20 years in prison and inocent? That remembers "In the name of the father", based on a true story too. wow, this kind of storys are just so important to watch. Becsuse it happens!

@kimiki03 4 жыл бұрын

Didnt know about the book thanks for sharing. Im going to purchase and read it asap! Want to support in EVERY WAY!

@nokwekunene4595 4 жыл бұрын

joy kiarie Thank you 🙏🏾

@zah1238 4 жыл бұрын

I just Can't Wait to see it I love Jamie Foxx, Samuel L .Jackson, Matthew McConaughey and of course Michael B.Jordan!

@3fammy 4 жыл бұрын

I just want to hug him when he told his story :")

@jeanmason4395 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! Me too!! Cried!!!

@mimielouloute1050 4 жыл бұрын

Me too

@hanibalmichael7422 4 жыл бұрын

Jamie is such a Legend ✊🏿❤

@stayblessed3432 4 жыл бұрын

Starting with the Jamie Fox Show.. To now .. Smh he's funny AF, can sing, act. Definitely a legend

@chris3bking449 4 жыл бұрын

Most definitely!

@onlyest3921 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely ‼️

@kingconscience.1597 4 жыл бұрын

People underestimate the strength and power that we, as black men and women, have. We endure so much as a people and will continue to persevere through it all. ✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿

@juanncarloss 4 жыл бұрын

🙄🙄

@michaelcabrera7420 4 жыл бұрын

I’m hispanic..sending you love ❤️

@lindaeisenman2961 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I don't know if you know what a gift you are to all of us. Anyone who has suffered any kind of abuse can see your perseverance and take strength from it. That said, it's time for this type of abuse to end. We are one people.

@marcelaneira6006 3 жыл бұрын

As a latin american person I have always showed respect and admiration to you and color people cos for you the task has been Many times harder than for the others

@JulieLAgresta 4 жыл бұрын

I could not love this man anymore! He's just beautiful inside & out.

@lashal2656 4 жыл бұрын

Apart from his demeanour, can we address how God spend time on this man 😭😍

@erickajackson9212 4 жыл бұрын

This movie had me in tears all throughout the movie because some of these inmates die and is innocent. Alabama killed a veteran with mental health issues and I understand he was guilty but he was sick and the military just threw him away like he was nothing to them. The system fails people of color and they're biased against a black person because of how they look. This movie was a success for Mr. McMillan but it demonstrates the failure in the criminal justice system. This movies haunts innocent people and compels the heart.

@RachelLOwens 3 жыл бұрын

Same sis. I was in tears 😭 it was so good

@mamaveros 4 жыл бұрын

Love how he teaches our generation HONOR, RESPECT FOR OUR PARENTS AND ELDERS!! Thanks for sharing with the world your life!!!

@rosolynmcneese1978 4 жыл бұрын

Jamie. Such a class act. LOVE him so much.

@wairimurommy5230 4 жыл бұрын

Jamie Foxx and Michael B. Jordan in one Movie! 💃💃

@yomommastupid 4 жыл бұрын

and Denzel please

@johnannan1929 4 жыл бұрын

When Jamie tells stories 😢😢😭

@lynnea5731 4 жыл бұрын

Our school had us read Just Mercy for Law School orientation week and the story is so powerful and heartbreaking. I can’t wait to see the movie!! Bryan Stevenson is such a role model to students interested in Public Interest Law. His name rings bells in most Law Schools to be honest!

@kimwebb495 4 жыл бұрын

Never knew that about his father. I think that it's just grand that he supports his family with the success that he has gained. Go Jamie 🦊

@bigmommababy1 4 жыл бұрын

This man is so kind hearted and full of love.

@blessngifted 4 жыл бұрын

That silence while he was talking speaks for itself

@riaaalooove 4 жыл бұрын

Y’ALL GO WATCH THIS MOVIE ASAP 😩😭❤️ it was sooo powerful!

@LuKe289K1nG_ 4 жыл бұрын

There is and there will be just one Jamie Foxx in history. Such a talented man!

@llabronco 4 жыл бұрын

The very definition of an entertainer!

@yidiyangston2425 4 жыл бұрын

Amen

@jaycombs8857 4 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree

@Nah-ah 4 жыл бұрын

When he spoke about his father, I felt that! 😪 Can’t wait to see this movie! Thank you, Jamie! 🙏🏽

@josephfast5887 2 жыл бұрын

Jamie is extremely underrated, what we called a allstar is highschool. He is a star player all roles...all sports..all forms of entertainment.

@claremurphy12 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent film,loved it,well done Jamie and everyone who made it.Fabulous work.

@janetl9403 4 жыл бұрын

Never knew this side of him. I love him even more now. What an incredible story. I can’t wait to see this movie.

@friendtoallfaith1love983 4 жыл бұрын

This was very well needed and needed to be heard by all 👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@bentleybrewster3374 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! I think this is the most our the longest I've ever seen Jamie sit still and be quiet! I hope he wins an oscar for his portrayal...I will be watching it...

@taymarieeeeee 4 жыл бұрын

So unbelievably proud of, Jamie. This film looks beautiful and I can’t wait to see it

@laurakali6522 4 жыл бұрын

Such an important story. So depressing that this is still a reality.

@EliteOnTheBeat 4 жыл бұрын

Sad REALLY sad. You'd think people would be more concerned with ending racism but no everyone was more worried about brainwashing everyone to believe that being a rainbow is normal and they are "born that way". SMFH

@JacobPMendoza 4 жыл бұрын

Jamie Was Amazing In This Film! MUST SEE

@whitneyjohnson5279 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this Ellen ♥️

@CanadaBoyRocks66 2 жыл бұрын

This changed me and I claped at th3 end of th3 movie just watched it last night 2022 and some parts made me cry and parts made me.feel so.sorry for th3 innocent men and I'm so proud that lawyer saved people

@nicolewooten2436 4 жыл бұрын

Wow for the people who dislike this...Jamie well forever b one of the greatest....Have fun any show he on all the time...Any movies any song...Killing it..

@wilmasariman3443 4 жыл бұрын

I watched this movie twice!! I cried like a baby. Thank you Ellen for your words. We need more people like you. I watch your show on lifetime and enjoy watching you, Twitch and Andy ❤❤❤I just wish I could meet you guys in person but I know that's not possible since we are MILES apart. Big love and huge respect coming your way from Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬🇵🇬🇵🇬🇵🇬🇵🇬🇵🇬 ❤❤

@debynash1 3 жыл бұрын

Powerful film. I've spent most of the day researching the main persons in this real life story. Incredible.

@eboogie35 4 жыл бұрын

I took my wife to see the movie Saturday night. It was fantastic. Unbelievable talented acting. The movie was great.

@sandrokozlovski9965 4 жыл бұрын

jamie is great actor love movies with him and story that he tells every time i cry i wanna see this movie

@chris3bking449 4 жыл бұрын

Already pre-ordered my tickets for this movie...it's gonna be phenomenal!!❤❤ And my BFF Ellen ALWAYS predicts correctly - hope he wins! #michaelbjordan #jamiefoxx #justmercy Now, if Ellen would gift me tickets 2 her show after 15yrs of effort...😒😊

@TheLindsAnn 4 жыл бұрын

This made me emotional. Can't wait to see this movie.

@MrItzCarlos 4 жыл бұрын

can someone make a movie about jamie!!

@michaelcabrera7420 4 жыл бұрын

MrItzCarlos yessss!!!

@pamelapayne8883 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you've heard this before many times, "TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS REQUIRED" be the blessing you are/we're created to be. Thank you again🙏🏽😎 Cali Mom

@ffffggffffgfgrrfdf 4 жыл бұрын

Saw it. Love it. As he was talking about the movie, I felt everything I was feeling while watching. He was awesome in RAY. Even more intriguing in JUST MERCY

@qwerttzizzi 4 жыл бұрын

My favourite artist since Ray...such a talented guy. And he is such good storyteller..could listen for ever

@adri53106 4 жыл бұрын

I just saw this movie an hour ago and I can’t say how good of a movie that was!!! It was an AMAZING movie that EVERYONE needs to go see! Jamie Foxx did a phenomenal job and Michael B Jordan was even better!!!! It’s definitely a MUST SEE!!!!!

@Jenniferyunely 4 жыл бұрын

I’m a fan of you in movies, music and comedian!! Your giant man and now I see this I appreciate you more!!!! From Dominican Republic much respect for you

@kokiketili 4 жыл бұрын

Ellen is a breath of fresh air. Jamie Fox is an incredible artist. I love and respect him so much. Love from Kenya.

@tinalifestyles8971 4 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic. How can you be put on death roll without been in a place or knowing someone. Great story.❤️😍. Can’t wait to see. Champions are made so Jamie FoXX and I celebrate our fathers today

@crystalprudhomme2720 4 жыл бұрын

Hope he wins as well. Can't wait to see it

@pinkyvalera5480 4 жыл бұрын

I cried watching this episode of Ellen. Will surely watch the movie, JUST MERCY! Please let us all watch it.

@latonyawilliams8222 4 жыл бұрын

That movie had me crying it’s so good!! And it’s sad how it’s still going on today!!

@Otakz168 3 жыл бұрын

Jamie, thank you for sharing your story with Ellen and the deep connection this has with you playing this character in the movie. Ellen, tēnā koe hoki. Thank you and the empathy you showed in this interview with Jamie too.

@ccstucchi 4 жыл бұрын

Tremendous movie! Jamie Foxx and MBJ...WOW!! Great acting!! Bryan Stevenson should receive a Nobel Prize for Justice.

@alesbianhotmess 4 жыл бұрын

My class was just reading the book and It's so emotional and strong.

@MissPiixiie 4 жыл бұрын

He is a phenomenal human. I couldn’t help but cry.

@labellelagonave975 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely a must see. I literally cried

@D_A_Marv 4 жыл бұрын

I felt every word from this interview.

@sunshinetoday7 4 жыл бұрын

I 💗 you both! Glad we are talking about these things

@stayhumble.5686 4 жыл бұрын

Jamie will always be my favorite personality he' so passionate about life and hillarious too like you literally can't not be happy when you see him

@pamelapayne8883 4 жыл бұрын

Ellen, your show, AGAIN & AGAIN, never ceases to amaze me AND touch my soul of souls -- thank you for your heart to bring TRUTH, laughter and AUTHENTICITY OF HOW THE UNIVERSE/GOD/SPIRIT is DEFINITELY in EVERY BEING TO BRING LIGHT & UNCONDITIONAL LOVE💙💜😇🦄 "Just keep shiningx3 -- shiningx3" I'll get to meet you one day. Until then, I'll keep sending love light and SOOO much much more..

@ThePeetes 4 жыл бұрын

I’m going to go see it now!

@judimoody 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, already wanted to see the movie and now it's a requirement. Love Ellen and her show.

@thememorytraveler4978 4 жыл бұрын

Omg! What an incredible story this movie is about. And Jamie! You are a beautiful person!

@mateogalvezarrascue6401 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you courage to talk about this personal stuff Jamie! Well done

@marhoyt4200 4 жыл бұрын

How does this still happen? 🥺😤🤬. So glad this movie is coming out! Need more of this!!!! 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

@adavelazquez9760 4 жыл бұрын

Luv this. God bless

@nellyp5997 4 жыл бұрын

This movie is so important. Such a great story 🙏🏼

@rachealreed4589 4 жыл бұрын

😭😭 God bless them. Cant wait to see this movie

@lavoniacrawford8507 4 жыл бұрын

Amen, great movie

@zabrinatheteacher 4 жыл бұрын

Jamie!!! 💖💖💖

@NEKBR8KR 4 жыл бұрын

61 haters as of 12 January...how can you dislike a testimony of this magnitude? Prayers going up for a our society to wake up and remove the wool from our eyes.

@vanessasanders5647 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ellen for all you do! Thank you Jamie for going beyond what's in the box....

@jojoradford3203 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so in love with him and his spirits/presence continually

@WhoMeCantBeSorry 4 жыл бұрын

I cried at the end. Seeing Jamie cry made me cry

@stephz0r93 4 жыл бұрын

Jamie is amazing and a great actor. Can’t wait to see this movie

@d.a6530 4 жыл бұрын

I wish I could of done more for my parents .my mom passed in July 😓 and I don't have a big enough place for my dad right now ..

@SantoshKumar-ed9oy 4 жыл бұрын

So brutally sad... believe me things will change in near future with your conviction and determination...... I am in same situation as well but in a different way..... after I quit my job I didn't get a better one and my father is supporting me financially being a retired person..... I pray for you and for all like us....

@TanyaEJ 4 жыл бұрын

My condolences to you and your family.

@Doyouloveyourmotherpodcast 4 жыл бұрын

D. A131618 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

@Doyouloveyourmotherpodcast 4 жыл бұрын

Don’t Give Up 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

@mugisapeter4590 4 жыл бұрын

Soo sad to hear....may the Almighty God give you strength to push through and give you all the Earthly stuff you've ever wanted!! Love you

@pinkcamille80 4 жыл бұрын

I’m definitely going to see this movie! With tissue!!☺️

@Iamlovedbyu 4 жыл бұрын

Yes it will change you and it was heart wrenching and eye opening to think 87 is in my lifetime and To think What was I doing that I never heard of this Wow amazing