Billy Bob Thornton says Hollywood told him he ‘wasn’t southern enough’: 'I am just off the turnip truck'

Billy Bob Thornton reveals Hollywood prejudice against southerners in early career and how he "couldn't even get a part as a ...
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Billy Bob Thornton Says Real Life Oil Workers Came Up & Thanked Him After The ‘Landman’ Windmill Rant Went Viral

Rogan pointed out one scene in particular – the windmill scene – that he loved. Thornton said that he was amazed at how widely that clip was shared, and told the podcast host that he has actual oil ...

Billy Bob Thornton Talks 'Landman' S2, Favorite Fast Food, More

Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton joins TODAY to talk about Season Two of his hit show, “Landman” which premieres Nov.

Review: Season two of Texas-set 'Landman' starring Billy Bob Thornton won't disappoint fans of the first

Sam Elliott and Andy Garcia are new to the cast but the Taylor Sheridan formula that made the debut season a success remains.

Billy Bob Thornton on the return of "Landman"

The actor, writer and musician has been an unconventional and unforgettable presence, from his Oscar-winning "Sling Blade," ...

Billy Bob Thornton claims there's a 'prejudice in Hollywood' against Southerners

"Landman" star Billy Bob Thornton alleges an ongoing Hollywood prejudice against Southern actors on Joe Rogan's podcast, ...
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‘Landman’ Season 2: Billy Bob Thornton Press Conference Highlights

Takeaways from Paramount+'s Landman season two press conference with series star Billy Bob Thornton. Premieres on Nov. 16, ...

Billy Bob Thornton criticises actors for giving political speeches at award ceremonies

During a recent appearance on 'The Joe Rogan Experience', 'Landman' star Billy Bob Thornton slammed actors making political ...

Jerry Jones’ cameo on ‘Landman’ left Billy Bob Thornton impressed with his acting chops

The star of the Paramount series says Jones was ‘very good’ — likely because the Cowboys’ owner isn’t an actual actor.
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'You're too ugly to be a leading man': Billy Bob Thornton recalls advice from Billy Wilder as Landman 2 returns

Billy Bob Thornton shares how one tough line from Billy Wilder changed his life forever. He returns in Landman Season 2 premiering November 16 on Paramount+.
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“There was prejudice in Hollywood”: Billy Bob Thornton shares his take on how Hollywood still looks down on southerners

Billy Bob Thornton says Hollywood still carries a bias against Southerners, recalling typecasting and coastal snobbery and urging respect for regional voices.