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Clint Eastwood Labels Viral Austrian Interview Phony, Confirms New Project at 95

Denying a fabricated Austrian interview, Eastwood confirmed he remains active in developing new film projects.

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Clint Eastwood misses the old days, when people came up with fresh ideas instead of just making remakes and sequels.
Director and actor Clint Eastwood attends the "Richard Jewell" world premiere gala screening on Nov. 20, 2019, in Hollywood.

Overview

  • Clint Eastwood issued a statement to Deadline confirming he never spoke to Austria’s Kurier and calling the viral interview entirely phony.
  • The fabricated interview had attributed to him criticisms of Hollywood’s reliance on remakes and franchises and a vow to “do something new or stay at home.”
  • At 95, Eastwood confirmed he is actively developing a new film project following the 2024 release of Juror #2.
  • He credits his enduring career to the discipline of constant learning and adaptation fostered by the old studio contract system.
  • Eastwood has previously won lawsuits against companies that misused his name and likeness, underlining his vigilance in protecting his public image.