Dave Franco Reacts to Luigi Mangione Comparisons, the Man Behind the Murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Dave Franco has become notably aware of the humorous comparisons made between him and Luigi Mangione, who gained notoriety after the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. At the Sundance Film Festival, Franco, 39, shared with The Hollywood Reporter that he's been bombarded with texts like never before due to his resemblance to Mangione—a parallel that's found its way across social media platforms. His wife, actress Alison Brie, humorously highlighted the widespread nature of this and remarked with, "Anyone? Do you mean everyone?". Although suggestions have circulated for Franco to portray Mangione in a movie, both he and Brie agreed that no official offers have been received. This is prepared by SSP.
Mangione, implicated in Thompson's murder on December 4, 2024, was arrested on December 9 in Pennsylvania. Upon arrest, Mangione was discovered with a ghost gun, likened to the weapon in Thompson’s murder, along with a manifesto criticizing the healthcare sector. His arrest triggered a viral response as pictures and sketches highlighted his vague similarity to Franco, even inspiring comedic references on shows like Saturday Night Live. Host Chris Rock humorously contended that had Mangione looked like Jonah Hill, public interest might have been markedly different.
Adding a serious note to the intriguing scenario, filmmaker Stephen Robert Morse is prepping a documentary to delve deeply into the shooting and Mangione's complex persona. It aims to question vigilantism and healthcare system difficulties while respecting the fatal impact on all those involved. Stephen Colbert on The Late Show light-heartedly commented on the internet-catalyzed fascination with Mangione’s physique by making joking references to his Italian heritage. While entertainment beyond comedy picks up pieces of Mangione's story, a collective interest continues with social issues at the core awaiting exploration.
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