Will Smith recently shared his fond memories of working with a talented German Shepherd named Abbey in the 2007 movie I Am Legend. Despite some warnings against working with animals in the film industry, Smith praised Abbey as being “a brilliant actress” and recalled how she often upstaged him in the blockbuster hit.
Smith reminisced about Abbey’s exceptional skills on set, mentioning that she seemed to understand English and could communicate effectively with him. He described how Abbey’s performance in a heartbreaking scene, where she portrayed a dog infected by a virus, showcased her remarkable acting abilities. Smith marveled at the way Abbey was trained to go limp for the scene, highlighting her talent as a co-star.
In April, Smith paid tribute to Abbey on National Pet Day by sharing a video montage of their scenes together set to an emotional song. He affectionately referred to Abbey as “the goodness girl” in the caption, demonstrating his deep admiration for his four-legged co-star.
After news broke that Smith and Michael B. Jordan would co-produce and co-star in an I Am Legend sequel, Jordan revealed that the project is still in development. While the script is being fine-tuned and production details are being finalized, Jordan expressed his excitement about working alongside Smith, whom he has long admired.
Despite the challenges of working with animals on set, Will Smith’s experience with Abbey in I Am Legend left a lasting impression on him. His admiration for Abbey’s talent and professionalism serves as a reminder of the valuable contributions that animal actors make to the film industry. As Smith and Jordan prepare to collaborate on the I Am Legend sequel, fans can look forward to seeing the two talented actors share the screen in this highly-anticipated project.
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