James Woods on Friendship with Rob Reiner, Career Rescue, and Tragic Loss

Career Rescue by Rob Reiner

• 💡 Rob Reiner is credited by James Woods for saving his career at a critical low point.
• 🎯 Reiner fought for Woods to be cast in 'Ghost of Mississippi' despite being considered too young, leading to an Academy Award nomination.
• ✨ This pivotal role transformed Woods from being out of a job to a recognized actor.

Friendship Across Political Divides

• 🤝 Woods emphasizes judging people by how they treat him, and Reiner was a godsend who treated him exceptionally well.
• 🇺🇸 Despite significant political differences, they shared a mutual respect and love for their country, viewing their differing paths as leading to the same destination.
• 💬 They could engage in respectful disagreements with liberal friends and colleagues, a trait Woods admired.

Tragic News of Reiner's Murder

• 💔 Woods received the devastating news of Rob and Michelle Reiner's murder from a friend, initially struggling to comprehend it.
• 😭 The news caused him immense pain, particularly thinking about the impact on Reiner's family, including his daughter Tracy.
• ⚠️ He expressed frustration and disgust at people making negative comments about Reiner after his death, especially given their personal history.

Broader Societal Concerns

• 🌎 Woods shares his wife's sentiment that the world is going insane, citing a series of troubling events like shootings, migrant issues, and drug use.
• 💊 He points to the widespread use of prescription and illegal drugs and their listed side effects, suggesting a link to increased violent behavior.
• 🎓 He notes the shift in institutions like Brown University towards a more left-leaning ideology, expressing concern about the implications, particularly in light of the murder of a Young Republican club leader.
• ⚠️ Woods also voices concern about a perceived jihad against Jews and the escalating immigration crisis, warning of dire consequences for the country if not addressed.