Dennis Quaid Discusses Portrayal of Reagan

Dennis Quaid has expressed his initial fears about portraying Ronald Reagan in the upcoming biopic 'Reagan', stating he was 'scared to death' to take on such an iconic role. Despite being a fan of Reagan, he hesitated to accept the part since he felt the character was as renowned as Muhammad Ali, and capturing the essence of Reagan required extensive preparation. Quaid eventually embraced the role after visiting Reagan's ranch, where he felt a deeper connection to the former president. The film, which also stars Jon Voight and is set to release on August 30, has become Quaid's favorite project, surpassing his previous favorite, 'The Right Stuff'. Additionally, the film is anticipated to present a more favorable depiction of Reagan, contrasting with previous portrayals that faced criticism. Quaid's reflections illustrate the challenges actors face when embodying historical figures while trying to avoid mere impersonation.