Kevin Dillon on Playing Jack Warner in REAGAN, Hollywood History, and Entourage (Ep. 41)

Kevin Dillon joined Mark Joseph in this new episode in the Making REAGAN series to discuss his role as legendary studio executive Jack Warner in Reagan, exploring the fascinating relationship between Warner and Ronald Reagan during some of Hollywood’s most turbulent years. Dillon reflects on Reagan’s leadership within the Screen Actors Guild, the labor battles that shaped the entertainment industry, and why he was eager to be part of a film about one of his longtime heroes. He also shares insights into portraying historical figures, working alongside Dennis Quaid, and the challenge of bringing real-life characters to the screen.The conversation also covers Dillon’s remarkable career, from The Doors and his admiration for Val Kilmer’s portrayal of Jim Morrison to his iconic role as Johnny “Drama” Chase in Entourage. Along the way, he talks about growing up in New York, following his brother Matt Dillon into the business, the realities of acting during the COVID era, his passion for history, and why great performances come from preparation, collaboration, and a relentless work ethic.Own your copy of the REAGAN Movie now on DVD, Blu-Ray, Amazon and Apple TV.Blu-Ray / DVD: https://a.co/d/02Y2zt5vAmazon Video: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0DMTJMRWY/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_rApple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/reagan/umc.cmc.6yum5f9xp7nawka60vvtjh68uREAGAN: The Director’s Cut in theaters on September 25th.Check out producer Mark Joseph’s book Making REAGAN, out now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart.Amazon: https://a.co/d/09Rh66XLBarnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/making-reagan-mark-joseph/1147150440?ean=9798330201822Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Making-REAGAN-A-Memoir-from-the-Producer-of-the-REAGAN-Movie-Hardcover-9798330201822/15610673227?classType=REGULAR&from=%2Fsearch&sid=eb7a975c-01fc-4fc0-8511-6abe8d336d8cListen to REAGAN: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, REAGAN: Songs Inspired By The Film, and REAGAN: Original Motion Picture Score, available now to purchase and stream on all major music platforms.Songs Inspired By The Film: https://curbrecords.ffm.to/reaganinspiredbyOriginal Motion Picture Soundtrack: https://curbrecords.ffm.to/reaganOriginal Motion Picture Score:Amazon Music: https://amazon.com/music/player/albums/B0DN78RPQ8?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_ZhsFL12QR0RNZKIkrnd45259NApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/reagan-original-motion-picture-score/1780022720Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7hOEFiaWsWm0LOU0WG9W3f?si=HGZRMCDaT0iOIPLI5ikO4ASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.