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Biography Flash: Cooper Hoffman Opens Up About Late Father Philip Seymour Hoffman While Landing Major New Film Roles

Biography Flash: Cooper Hoffman Opens Up About Late Father Philip Seymour Hoffman While Landing Major New Film Roles

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Cooper Hoffman is making serious headlines this week as he continues carving out his own name in Hollywood while openly reflecting on the towering legacy of his late father, Philip Seymour Hoffman. In a revealing interview with GQ just published, Cooper spoke candidly about navigating life and his career without the life advice he wishes he could still get from his dad, stating “He’s my favorite actor, but he’s also my dad. He’s also not here. A lot of people idolize their parents because they’re great parents. It’s a different thing to idolize your parent because you love their art.” According to GQ and reported by news outlets including ABC and KFOX-TV, Cooper described the complex feelings of following in his father’s footsteps, especially as he breaks into show business. He shared that he recently felt “ill-prepared” for his Off-Broadway debut earlier this year in “Curse of the Starving Class.” During those challenging moments, he admitted, “The only person I really wanted to talk to was my dad.”

Switching gears to film, Cooper’s next projects are earning industry buzz. Deadline confirms he’s been cast in the Luca Guadagnino-directed feature “Artificial,” an AI-themed drama centering on the turbulence at OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman’s firing and rehiring saga during 2023. While specific character details remain locked down, Cooper’s involvement signals his growing status as a sought-after young actor. Notably, he is also starring in an upcoming Stephen King adaptation, “The Long Walk,” which places him firmly in the next wave of actors bridging indie credibility and mainstream excitement. IMDb news adds that Cooper initially planned to avoid acting after his father’s death and considered a completely different path, such as fashion design, but was ultimately persuaded by family friend and director Paul Thomas Anderson to give acting a try—a decision now bearing fruit.

On the business front, there are no confirmed reports of Cooper launching any new entrepreneurial ventures or endorsements in the last 24 hours. Social media activity from Cooper has been quiet, with no fresh posts on major platforms, consistent with his generally low-profile online presence.

In a heartfelt personal update, Cooper has just released his memoir “We Did OK, Kid,” as confirmed by AOL and his conversation with TODAY. The memoir provides an intimate glimpse into his upbringing, his struggle with loss, and his determination to honor his father’s memory while forging his own path. This release could become a cornerstone moment in his public persona, adding depth to his biography beyond his acting work.

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