Daniel Day-Lewis Says Brian Cox Dragged Him Into Method Actor Debate, Denies Claim That He Taught Jeremy Strong: ‘I Don’t Feel Responsible in Any Way’ for How Strong Acts on Set

Daniel Day-Lewis recently shared his thoughts with the U.K.'s Big Issue, addressing the ongoing debate about Method acting, which he feels he was pulled into by Brian Cox's criticisms. Cox has been vocal about his disapproval of Method acting, often using his 'Succession' co-star Jeremy Strong as a reference point. Day-Lewis clarified that he does not feel responsible for Strong's acting choices, emphasizing that he has not influenced how Strong performs on set. This discussion highlights the differing perspectives within the acting community regarding the effectiveness and implications of Method acting.