Bradley Cooper’s Passionate Eagles Preference and Howard Stern’s ‘A Star Is Born’ Revelation on “The Howard Stern Show”
Bradley Cooper’s whirlwind promotional tour for his latest project, “Maestro,” made a pit stop on “The Howard Stern Show,” where an unexpected dilemma unfolded. Howard Stern, the iconic radio show host, posed a hypothetical choice to Cooper: “Winning the Oscar for best director and best actor, with Carey Mulligan taking home best actress, or an Eagles Super Bowl victory in 2024?”
Without a moment’s hesitation, Cooper declared, “Eagles Super Bowl victory,” leaving Stern visibly surprised and questioning Cooper’s sincerity. Undeterred, Cooper emphatically repeated, “Eagles! Eagles! I’m sick. I’m not lying.”
Cooper’s allegiance to the Philadelphia Eagles is well-known, particularly considering the team’s integral role in his 2012 film “Silver Linings Playbook.” The Eagles’ recent loss in the 2023 Super Bowl to the Kansas City Chiefs undoubtedly added a personal layer of disappointment for the devoted fan.
As Cooper basks in the limelight of his latest directorial venture, a biopic on Leonard Bernstein, where he takes on the roles of director, actor, and co-writer, Oscar predictions abound. The multi-talented artist is anticipated to be a frontrunner for the best actor category and may secure nominations for screenwriting, directing, and best picture. Reflecting on his past experience with “A Star Is Born” in 2018, Cooper revealed his initial embarrassment at being omitted from the best director category, emphasizing the importance of personal belief in his work.
During the candid conversation with Stern, it was unveiled for the first time that Stern was initially offered a role in “A Star Is Born,” a part eventually portrayed by Sam Elliot in an Oscar-nominated performance. Cooper shared that he envisioned a different character for Stern, emphasizing the uniqueness of Stern’s gentle eyes that he found impossible to overlook.
Offering Stern the role came early in the film’s development, with Cooper acknowledging the contemplation that ensued. Clips of Cooper’s revealing appearance on “The Howard Stern Show” are available for viewing, shedding light on the intricate details of his career and collaborations.
[Watch clips of Bradley Cooper on “The Howard Stern Show” in the video below.]