8 Actors Who Play Tough Guys In Movies (But Are Actually Sweethearts)

It takes a lot of effort and preparation from even the best actors to truly embody the characters they portray on screen. This is especially true when a role requires actors to behave totally different than their real off-screen personalities. This means that many of the most iconic tough guy actors really aren’t so tough at all. Sometimes it’s hard to remember, but actors you may know as Hollywood’s most notable superheroes, explorers, villains, gangsters, and undercover cops are really some of the nicest guys you would ever meet. To get an inside look, check out these actors who play tough guys in movies, but are actually sweethearts.

Steven Seagal

Known for his martial arts films like “Hard to Kill” and “Under Siege,” Steven Seagal made a reputation for himself as one of the quintessential American hero actors of the 80’s and 90’s. But Seagal has been reported as a lot nicer than his reputation suggests.

Hugh Jackman

Everyone knows Hugh Jackman as Wolverine from the “X-Men” series, and has carved out his niche as the ultimate tough guy stud. And while Wolverine is tough as nails on screen, the man behind the wolf is actually known for being a super lovable guy.

Jason Statham

Statham has over a decade of tough guy films in his repertoire, portraying characters who take any mess from anyone. As he as continued to establish himself in Hollywood, he’s revealed more of his actual personality and that he is actually a true goofball.