However, the most important difference is, of course, that actors save lives and risk their lives only on the screen, but firefighters put themselves in real danger almost every day and often die in the line of duty.
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The highest number of firefighter deaths in the history of the United States of America (USA) was in 2001, when the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York and Washington took place. In total, almost 650 firefighters died – 343 died saving survivors, another 300 died later from injuries and illnesses.
On September 11, when the world will mark the 22nd anniversary of the tragedy, Fox Life will host the series “19. fire station” season six premiere. The series tells the story of the brave employees of Seattle’s Fire Station 19, who risk their lives every day in the line of duty.
Robocop sequel stars Robert John Burke. PHOTO: PUBLICITY PHOTO
On the other hand, on September 12, the long-awaited fourth season of another action-packed series – “9-1-1: Texas” – will premiere on the FOX channel, which will tell about Captain Owen Strand and his colleagues, who also save other people’s lives every day, while risking own. While waiting for the premieres of the latest seasons of both series, channels FOX and “Fox Life” invite you to get acquainted with celebrities who were firefighters before their acting careers!
The star of Tarantino’s films worked as a firefighter for four years
American actor Steve Buscemi became widely known for his roles in Quentin Tarantino’s Mad Dogs and Lubene. But before his brilliant Hollywood career, he worked as a fireman for four years – from 1980 to 1984. Buscemi left this job to follow his calling and become an actor.
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On September 11, 2001, when hijacked planes crashed into the World Trade Center skyscrapers, Buscemi worked 12-hour shifts for several days to help search for survivors. It is not widely known because the actor did not want to draw attention to himself at this tragic moment.
The actor has also stated in an interview that he sees many similarities between the work of a firefighter and an actor. In other words, there are stressful conditions in both of them, in which you have to know how to save the peace and do your job.
Although he has not worked as a firefighter for a long time, the actor still actively supports the rescuers of New York. Namely, Buscemi regularly stops at the fire station where he once worked to talk to the employees. It should be noted that he does not come empty-handed and often treats his husbands with his wife’s freshly baked buns. He has also been seen marching for firefighters’ rights, participating in union meetings, and has made documentaries about the lives of firefighters.
“Robocop” became a firefighter after the death of his best friend
20th century Robert John Burke, the star of the sequel to the late 1980s blockbuster Robocop, was still active as a New York City volunteer firefighter at the age of 62. He currently holds the rank of captain. He has also been involved in the activities of various organizations defending the rights of firefighters, as well as working in charitable foundations that help service veterans.
2023-09-11 13:02:39
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