Hugh Grant thinks one of his most beloved movie characters is actually despicable

Hugh Grant, the charming and witty British actor known for his romantic comedies, has revealed that he doesn’t have a very high opinion of one of his most beloved movie characters. In a recent interview, Grant admitted that he finds the character of Daniel Cleaver, whom he played in the 2001 film “Bridget Jones’s Diary,” to be actually quite despicable.

For those who may not be familiar with the film, Daniel Cleaver is a charming but womanizing lawyer who becomes the love interest of the titular character, Bridget Jones, played by Renée Zellweger. The movie follows Bridget’s struggles with her weight, love life, and career, all while keeping a diary of her thoughts and experiences.

Grant’s character, Daniel, is initially portrayed as a charming and attractive man who sweeps Bridget off her feet. However, as the movie progresses, it becomes clear that he is not the perfect partner that Bridget had imagined him to be. He is shown to be selfish, dishonest, and disrespectful towards Bridget, and his behavior ultimately leads to the breakdown of their relationship.

Despite the character’s flaws, Grant’s portrayal of Daniel Cleaver was widely praised by critics and audiences alike. He brought a certain level of charm and charisma to the role that made it difficult for viewers not to be drawn in by his character’s charming facade. However, according to Grant himself, this portrayal was not entirely genuine.

In a recent interview with The Guardian, Grant expressed his disappointment with the way Daniel Cleaver was written and portrayed in the film. “I don’t think he’s a very nice guy,” Grant said. “I mean, he’s a liar and a cheat, and he treats Bridget terribly. I don’t think that’s a character to be admired or emulated.”

Grant went on to explain that he had some reservations about taking on the role in the first place, but was ultimately convinced by the film’s director, Sharon Maguire. “I remember Sharon saying to me, ‘Trust me, Hugh, this guy is a charmer. He’s not as bad as you think he is.’ But I never really saw it that way,” Grant recalled.

Despite his misgivings about the character, Grant has acknowledged that playing Daniel Cleaver was a significant moment in his career. “It was a big deal for me at the time,” he said. “I had just come off the back of ‘Four Weddings and a Funeral,’ and I was looking for something different to do. And this role certainly fit the bill.”

However, Grant’s feelings towards Daniel Cleaver are not entirely negative. When asked if there were any aspects of the character that he could relate to, Grant replied, “Well, I think we all have a bit of Daniel Cleaver in us. We’ve all told lies or done things that we’re not proud of. But I think what’s important is that we learn from those mistakes and become better people as a result.”

In conclusion, Hugh Grant’s portrayal of Daniel Cleaver in “Bridget Jones’s Diary” may have charmed audiences around the world, but the actor himself does not hold the character in high esteem. While he recognizes the importance of playing the role in his career, he has expressed disappointment with the way the character was written and portrayed, calling him a “liar and a cheat” who treats Bridget terribly. Despite this, Grant acknowledges that we all have flaws and can learn from our mistakes to become better people.