Real Life VS Films: Real People and Celebs Who Played Them On-Screen (3 of 8)

Will Smith and Chris Gardner

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One of Will Smith’s most iconic performances came in the 2006 movie The Pursuit of Happiness where he portrayed Chris Gardner. Also, Jaden Smith, who is Will Smith’s son, played the role of Gardern’s son.

 

 

Kerry Washington and Judy Smith

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Washington, who plays Judy Smith on ABC’s Scandal is inspired by the real-life story of Olivia Pope.

 

 

Angela Bassett and Tina Turner

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Bassett played legendary musician Tina Turner in the 1993 movie What’s Love Got To Do with It and cemented her place as one of the most versatile actors of her era.

 

 

Jesse Eisenberg and Mark Zuckerberg

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Jesse Eisenberg portrayed the Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg in the flick The Social Network. Apparently, Zuckerberg was not too impressed with Eisenberg’s portrayal.

 

 

Mark Wahlberg and Vince Papale

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Mark Wahlberg was called up to play the popular Eagles football star Vince Papale in the movie Invincible.