Boston's Finest: A Hilarious Look at Actors Who Hail from Beantown
Ah, Boston. The city of chowder, cheers, and apparently, churning out A-list actors. That's right, Tinseltown has a serious case of the Boston accents, and we're here to celebrate these talented folks with a sprinkle of (mostly accurate) trivia.
The A-List Bunch: Hollywood Royalty with Boston Roots
- Mark Wahlberg and the Wahlburgers: Marky Mark may have started out yodeling (don't deny it, we all secretly loved "Good Vibrations"), but he transitioned into a bonafide action hero. Bonus fact: his brother Donnie Wahlberg is a star on "Blue Bloods," so basically, your Friday night entertainment is covered by these Boston boys.
- Matt Damon and Ben Affleck: The BFFs Who Made Good Childhood besties Matt and Ben took Hollywood by storm with their Oscar-winning screenplay for "Good Will Hunting." Since then, they've blessed us with action flicks, dramas, and let's not forget, the iconic "Batman vs. Daredevil" debate.
- Uma Thurman: A Bostonian Pulp Fiction Queen Thurman's iconic dance scene in "Pulp Fiction" is forever burned in our minds (along with that unforgettable quote, "Say what again?"). This Boston native has wowed audiences in everything from "Kill Bill" to "Les Mis�rables."
Hey, They Filmed There Too! Actors Who Can Fake a Wicked Smaht Accent
Tip: Read in a quiet space for focus.
- Matt LeBlanc: From Joey Tribbiani to a (Fake) Bostonian? Believe it or not, our favorite ladies' man from "Friends" actually hails from Massachusetts! Though his natural accent isn't Boston-strong, he perfected it for his role in the sitcom "Episodes."
- Melissa McCarthy: Bringing the Boston Laughs This hilarious actress isn't originally from Boston, but you'd never guess it from her spot-on portrayal of Megan in "Bridesmaids." Seriously, that scene on the airplane? Comedy gold.
 |
| What Actors Are From Boston |
Beyond the A-List: Boston's Hidden Gems
Tip: Reread the opening if you feel lost.
- Amy Poehler: Parks and Rec Queen with Beantown Roots Our favorite deadpan Leslie Knope may not have a Boston accent, but this comedy queen was born and raised in Burlington, Massachusetts. Thank you, Amy, for all the laughs!
- Ayo Edebiri: Up-and-Coming Star with Boston Cred This rising star is making waves in Hollywood. From her role on "Big Mouth" to her hilarious podcast "Iconography," Edebiri is one to watch (and listen to!).
 |
How to Spot a Boston Actor in the Wild
QuickTip: Pause after each section to reflect.
- Listen for the subtle "r" drops. "Park the cah in Hahvahd Yahd."
- Watch for excessive use of the word "wicked." "That pizza was wicked good!"
- They might break out into a rendition of "Dirty Water" at any given moment.
FAQ: Boston Acting Edition
Tip: Summarize the post in one sentence.
How to develop a Boston accent? Watch Denis Leary stand-up routines. It's immersion therapy, people!How do I get cast in a movie with Ben Affleck? The best we can offer is move to Boston and wait for him to order a Dunkin' Donuts (allegedly his favorite).How can I convince Matt Damon to write me a screenplay? Be childhood best friends with him. Otherwise, good luck!How do I become the next Amy Poehler? Be funny, be from Massachusetts, and be awesome. That's the Poehler formula, we're pretty sure.How many actors does Boston produce? Enough to keep Hollywood well-supplied with wicked talented folks.
 |
