#4: Worked with Clint Eastwood Early On

In the late 1950s, Reynolds and Clint Eastwood were under contract at Universal Studios. Ironically, they were fired on the same day—Eastwood was let go for having a “big Adam’s apple and a funny walk,” while Reynolds was told he couldn’t act.

Instead of feeling discouraged, Reynolds humorously told Eastwood, “You really do have a big Adam’s apple.” While Eastwood went on to become a legendary director, Reynolds focused on his charisma, action roles, and comedic timing.