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KJ Apa Discusses Jimmy Stewart Role

Updated 2026-10-17 19:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Actor KJ Apa is set to star as Jimmy Stewart in the upcoming biopic 'Jimmy.' He opens up about his preparation for the role, including watching 'It’s a Wonderful Life' and discussing his personal struggles with addiction.

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KJ Apa on Becoming Jimmy Stewart, Speculation That He Is the Singer Mr. Fantasy and Opening Up About His Addictions and Recovery: ‘This Is A Huge Part of Who I Am’

When KJ Apa was being considered to star as Jimmy Stewart in the new biopic “Jimmy,” he took another look at “It’s a Wonderful Life.” “I was watching and thinking, how am I going to pull this off?” the actor, who is best known for his starring role as Archie in the CW coming-of-age series […]

2026-10-17 19:00 UTC