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Bill Murray Criticizes Bob Woodward’s Belushi Biography on Joe Rogan Podcast

The actor questioned the accuracy of Woodward's reporting, citing his portrayal of John Belushi as deeply flawed.

  • Bill Murray expressed strong criticism of Bob Woodward's 1984 book 'Wired: The Short Life and Fast Times of John Belushi' during an appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience.
  • Murray claimed that inaccuracies in the book's early pages led him to question the credibility of Woodward's other work, including his reporting on the Watergate scandal.
  • The actor accused Woodward of relying on sources far removed from Belushi's inner circle, calling the portrayal of his late friend inaccurate and exploitative.
  • Murray revealed he refused to participate in interviews for the book, describing the project as untrustworthy from the outset.
  • Friends and family of John Belushi, including Dan Aykroyd and Belushi’s widow, had previously criticized the book for its depiction of the comedian’s life and struggles with addiction.
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