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Extended Interview: J.K. Simmons

Podcast: CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Duration seconds: 2113
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Summary

J.K. Simmons, the Oscar-winning star of "Whiplash", relishes being a character actor. He talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his role as a mob leader in the new MGM+ series "The Westies", and recalls the difficult early days of his career – and how an unexpected kindness from an actor friend helped him when he needed it most.