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These celebs may seem larger than life, but when the cameras stop rolling, their soft sides shine through. From wrestling legends to action stars, we're spotlighting well-known tough guys who surprise fans with their kindness, generosity and big hearts. Did your favorite gentle giant make the list? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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00:00Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the
00:08sturdiest-looking actors that have a much nicer side.
00:11Whatever you think you give to somebody, they give back to you exponentially.
00:15But I don't need a thank you because I was there. That's enough.
00:19Number 10, Michael B. Jordan. As a standout actor from his generation,
00:26Michael B. Jordan embodies many different tough guys.
00:29He's the center of the Creed franchise and played villains like Killmonger in Black Panther.
00:40This speaks to his acting abilities considering he's a genuine guy in real life.
00:44Beyond the harsher roles or toned muscles, he's shown himself to be a true gentleman.
00:49He seems to be a grounded performer that still has time to help people out.
00:53And I had to come out here and meet you, man, because I'm from, I'm from Brick City.
00:56I'm from North, you know what I'm saying?
00:57Jordan is no stranger to acts of kindness, showing up for charity events and surprising fans.
01:02He's able to be nice and heroic, but this doesn't detract from his complex work either.
01:07Rent free for two years, brother.
01:09And this is another 50,000 cash for you to fix up whatever you need to do.
01:15Because you deserve it, because they deserve it.
01:16Number 9, Tom Hardy.
01:19Known for playing anti-heroes, Tom Hardy is an Oscar nominee with many roles that jump off the screen.
01:24This doesn't mean he can't control his temper, though.
01:27In various interviews, he appears to be suave, charming, and self-aware.
01:31He's not above making a joke or admitting that he's been too intense.
01:35Would I answer? Of course I would.
01:36But there will be a delay.
01:37There will be a delay.
01:38But not for you.
01:39Not for me?
01:40I wouldn't answer to you.
01:42His roles in the likes of Bronson and Legend make him seem much less approachable.
01:46Even with rumors about the making of Fury Road,
01:49Hardy might seem to be a more difficult actor.
01:51Hey, what's your name? What do I call you?
01:59Does it matter?
02:00The truth is that he's much more calm, reserved, and even outgoing when he's given the chance.
02:05This is especially true when he's around dogs.
02:08I'm friendly, loyal, and I love to be out and about. So, I'm a dog.
02:16Number 8, Andre the Giant.
02:19If you watched WrestleMania in the 1980s, you're well aware of Andre the Giant.
02:24His large stature made him one of the most recognizable pro wrestlers ever.
02:28Hogan beating Andre was symbolic of Vince McMahon putting the ghosts of the territorial era to bed.
02:36This is Hulk Hogan defeating the biggest star in professional wrestling history until Hulk Hogan.
02:42Despite his formidable nature, he also found time to be a sweetheart.
02:46He's been noted for his gregarious personality and kindness in everyday situations.
02:51This includes his stint on the set of The Princess Bride.
02:54Public Andre had to be always on and then the private Andre
02:58just wanted to hang out and be one of the guys.
03:01That's really who he wanted to be. He just didn't want to be treated differently.
03:04His other cast members noted that he was a very caring and welcoming man.
03:08His character Fezzik seems to embody that same spirit, becoming the true example of a gentle giant.
03:14The cliche of gentle giant is Andre. That's what he was. He did not do, you know, bad guy well.
03:24I mean, that was not his thing.
03:25He also had a sense of humor and enjoyed the occasional joke at someone else's expense.
03:29Number 7. Russell Crowe
03:32This actor starred in one great period drama after the other. From gladiator to a beautiful mind,
03:49Russell Crowe showed off his range in many heroic and masculine performances.
03:53His personal life revealed his sometimes aggressive side that got into fights.
03:57While he might have been hot-headed in the past, the man also knows how to be effortlessly charming.
04:13He's put his skills to the test in comedies like The Nice Guys.
04:16While he's not always Maximus, he's been able to show off his more human side in interviews.
04:21This includes his serious and sometimes comedic stints as a musician.
04:27Cause we live in the ocean, don't get frozen in your mind.
04:43For many years, Liam Neeson was known for being the lead in serious dramas like Schindler's List.
04:48The actor then gained a reputation for being in action movies.
04:51If you let my daughter go now, that'll be the end of it.
04:55I will not look for you. I will not pursue you.
04:59But if you don't, I will look for you. I will find you.
05:06And I will kill you.
05:07This all disguises his more articulate, soulful and humorous side.
05:11He's talked openly about grief, admitting to his past mistakes, and also found time to poke fun at himself.
05:17His phone call from the first Taken film has been parodied by many people, including himself.
05:22I don't know who you are.
05:25If you don't let my daughter go now, I will find you. I will kill you.
05:30Please leave a message.
05:31For several Seth MacFarlane projects, Neeson has also put his comedic chops to the test.
05:37Even in his older age, the actor shows that he is much more than his earlier career suggests.
05:43So if I purchase these tricks, there'll be no trouble?
05:46No, no, you should be fine.
05:49You do understand that I myself am not a child?
05:52I was able to sniff that out, yeah.
05:57Okay, I'm gonna bring these back to my apartment.
05:59Number 5. Danny Trejo
06:01What are you working on?
06:04World's smallest camera.
06:07I don't see it.
06:09Ah, but it sees you.
06:10Overcoming many obstacles and a criminal record, Danny Trejo shows that he's turned himself around.
06:16His time behind bars and his scarier roles might give you the wrong impression.
06:20While he might have struggled in the past, he's since proven himself to be an extraordinary artist and human being.
06:26This includes being a real hero that saves people from car accidents.
06:30Eyewitnesses said it appeared a car ran a red light and smashed into another car with a child with special needs and his grandmother inside.
06:38Danny Trejo happened to be in the area and when that car flipped, he sprang into action.
06:43Through it all, he seems to be exceptionally humble and centered.
06:47He also made an impact in the world of restaurants.
06:49As he's expanded his output beyond the cinematic world, Trejo shows that he is much more than a knife-wielding henchman.
06:55I'm so afraid somebody's going to wake me up.
06:58Hey, Dan, let's go to Chow.
07:00You mean I'm still in prison?
07:01Yeah.
07:02Oh, this is a dream.
07:03Number four, Shaquille O'Neal.
07:06I do a lot of stuff seen and unseen.
07:08Like, it doesn't matter to me if you know that I just fed 10,000 homes.
07:13I'm doing this because this is what I was taught.
07:15In the 1990s, Shaquille O'Neal became a legendary center in the NBA.
07:20With his serious height, the athlete had a reputation for backboard-destroying dunks and
07:24a no-nonsense attitude.
07:26This made him an all-star that won championships and struck fear into the hearts of opponents.
07:31Off the court, the athlete has a much more kind-hearted personality.
07:34He's shown himself to be both conscientious and funny on shows like Inside the NBA.
07:39In his everyday life, O'Neal is also an especially giving man.
07:43He's become better known for his acts of kindness that have made countless people better off.
07:47You gave him $4,000?
07:50You should have punched him in the head is what you should have done.
07:55Wow.
07:55Yeah, he was a young lady.
07:56A young lady.
07:58Oh my god, you're gonna pay my rent for two months?
08:00Number three, Dave Bautista.
08:02I'm not afraid of you.
08:09Well, you should be.
08:12Throughout his career, Dave Bautista has made a name for himself as a qualified bruiser.
08:17He's also put his stamp on intimidating roles such as a James Bond villain.
08:21Given his imposing nature, Bautista might be mistaken for the people he portrays on film.
08:26Guardians of the Galaxy played with his persona as the character explores the cross-section
08:30between Brain and Braun.
08:31We're not friends.
08:33You're right.
08:35We're family.
08:38We leave no one behind.
08:43Except maybe you.
08:44In that series and in other projects, he looks much scarier than he often acts.
08:49The performer even collects lunch boxes in his spare time.
08:52His off-screen personality and hobbies ground him as a childlike and welcoming presence.
08:57Most actors are like, adios, I'm out of here.
08:59You waited and then at the end, you passed out personal gifts to every member of the crew.
09:06Number two, Dwayne Johnson.
09:08He might be the most successful wrestler-turned-actor of his generation.
09:12With his muscles and endless charisma, Dwayne Johnson turned his entire brand into a powerhouse
09:18of fighting excellence.
09:26He's also done some truly remarkable work as a charitable presence.
09:30There are copious amounts of videos devoted to his helpful persona and his impulse to give back.
09:35I'm losing it right now.
09:41Among his many good deeds, Johnson also made donations to SAG-AFTRA and continues to work
09:46with the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
09:48I've had the great honor and deepest privilege of granting hundreds and hundreds
09:53and hundreds of wishes over the years.
09:55Every single one moves me.
09:57It's not uncommon to see him crack jokes in interviews or putting on a show for as many loyal followers.
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10:19Number one, John Cena.
10:21Well, I'll put it so you can understand it.
10:24Mr. Ambrose, you're giving me a reason not to like you.
10:27Whether he's a babyface or a heel, John Cena is synonymous with the wrestling world.
10:31He has also made a successful transition into film as a strong and lovable performer.
10:36Cena often turns interviews into a humorous and self-effacing time.
10:40He even made a point to surprise a singer that wrote a song about him.
10:53Beyond the dangerous world of the WWE or his action movies, he's known to be quite charitable.
10:59Needless to say, he has made great strides to break down his muscular exterior.
11:04His record-breaking work with Make-A-Wish is just one notable notch on his championship belt.
11:09It's not just about meeting the person, right? The superstar.
11:13But then it's about the ultimate distraction.
11:17Perfect.
11:20Did we forget another tough guy that masks a softer side?
11:24Let us know in the comments below.
11:33You think you're just gonna crush the rock?
11:35It doesn't matter what you think!
11:39You know, this is really tough.
11:49We're all right!
11:53We're all right here.
11:55We're on the Nineteen website.
11:59I can throw you aside.
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