Heated Facts About Marlon Brando, Hollywood’s Tragic Rake
On the surface, Marlon Brando seemed to have it all: heartbreaker looks, beautiful women, and Hollywood recognition. But behind the glittering facade, Brando was a tormented soul.
Haunted by his disappointing past, his personal demons often became his own worst enemy. With his soaring talent, he ensured his legacy, but sadly, nothing could protect him from unforeseen tragedy.
1. He Had Troubled Role Models
Marlon Brando's turbulent childhood was a far cry away from the fame he'd one day achieve. Born in Nebraska on April 3, 1943, Brando's parents were atrocious role models and despicable parents. Both of them were heavy drinkers, and little Brando often watched in wide-eyed disappointment as his parents struggled with addiction. But this was just the tip of the iceberg.
2. He Never Felt Good Enough
Growing up, Brando constantly felt like an utter failure. No matter how hard he tried to impress his father, he always seemed to come up short. Brando once remembered: "He enjoyed telling me I couldn't do anything right.
He had a habit of telling me I would never amount to anything." But this deep resentment toward his father only fueled Brando's inner fire.
3. He Was A Talented Mimic
From the very beginning, young Brando displayed a talent for mimicry. In fact, he was a total sponge: He observed his friends and flawlessly embodied their characters, mastering their mannerisms and idiosyncrasies. But he also used his talent at home. In fact, his very first foray into acting was touching and heartbreaking in equal measure.
4. He Wanted Her Attention
Growing up on a farm, Brando drew inspiration from his surroundings, namely the cows and horses. He took to imitating these rough animals and chose to perform for his mother in an attempt to capture her attention.
Brando tried to distract her from the temptation of the bottle with his silly antics, but of course, nothing could truly curb her spiraling addiction. Despite Brando's heartache, this early love of acting helped paved the way for his bright future.
