Severance Fun Fact: President Obama Was First Pick for Keanu Reeves Role
Ben Stiller Says Barack Obama Declined His Offer for ‘Severance' Voice Role
Severance tried to get Barack Obama for role that ultimately went to Keanu Reeves
Ben Stiller just shared the story of how he tried to get former President Barack Obama to play a role in Severance’s season two premiere.
Ben Stiller asked Barack Obama to be in ‘Severance’ — here’s how he responded
The waffle party almost had an unexpected guest. Ben Stiller, who executive produces and directs many episodes of the Emmy-winning Apple TV+ drama “Severance,” has revealed that he invited former President Barack Obama to come on the show.
Ben Stiller Asked Barack Obama to Be in ‘Severance'; Obama Replied in an Email: I'm a ‘Big Fan' but There's ‘No Time in My Schedule'
Keanu Reeves has an uncredited voice role in “Severance,” narrating Lumon’s puppet propaganda video the innies watch in the first episode of Season 2. But the part was originally offered to someone else.
Ben Stiller reveals Barack Obama’s response after he asked him to appear in Severance
During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Monday night, Stiller said he had a “very short list of people” in mind for the unusual part: “There was one person that I asked before [Reeves], and he said no.
Barack Obama to be part of Severance Season 2? Here's what director Ben Stiller says
Ben Stiller personally invited Barack Obama to voice a role in Severance Season 2, but he politely declined due to a busy schedule. Instead, Keanu Reeves took the role, delivering a warm but unsettling narration.
Barack Obama Turned Down a Special Cameo in ‘Severance’ Season 2 Despite a Personal Request From Ben Stiller
Severance' is known for its dramatic symbolism and Easter eggs. Sadly, Ben Stiller couldn't convince Barack Obama to participate.