Happy birthday, Andrew Garfield: Lesser-known facts about 'Amazing Spider-Man' actor
What's the story
Born in Los Angeles and raised in England, Andrew Garfield infused a transatlantic charm into his persona over the years. While he's well-known for his portrayal of the superhero Spider-Man, there's a tapestry of intriguing facts that define the actor who has captured the attention of audiences worldwide. On his 40th birthday, let's gather some lesser-known facts that make Garfield a more fascinating figure.
#1
Did you know Garfield's first job was at Starbucks?
During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Garfield once shared his experience of working at Starbucks in London—his first-ever job. He shared his idealized vision of being in an atmosphere where literature-loving girls with "black-rimmed glasses" would frequent, and he would be the one to charm them all! However, his idyllic dream was shattered when he was transferred to a different Starbucks location.
#2
This was Garfield's first-ever on-screen acting role
For those unaware, Garfield showcased his playful side for the very first time on-screen by appearing in a Doritos commercial. Sharing his experience during a 2014 interview, he felt a sense of achievement at the time, stating he felt he had reached a significant milestone by making an appearance in the commercial. Interestingly, Garfield earned approximately £2,200 for merely two days of work.
#3
When he puked in Prince's bathroom at Golden Globes after-party
In 2018, Garfield recounted an incident that occurred during an LA visit, where he attended a Golden Globes after-party event. He shared that upon entering the party, he felt the urge to vomit and confessed, "I came out very sheepishly...knowing that [Salma Hayek and Penelope Cruz] had to go to the bathroom where I had just tarnished the sacred space of Prince's (singer) bathroom."
#4
Garfield's love for skateboarding inspired Peter Parker's activity
In The Amazing Spider-Man series, Garfield's portrayal of Peter Parker shared a striking resemblance with Tobey Maguire's previous version. Despite similarities, Garfield's Parker introduced a unique quirk—he used a skateboard when he wasn't swinging as Spider-Man. In an interview with Netflix Film Club, Garfield revealed his personal affinity for skateboarding and how he sought to incorporate this passion into his rendition of the character.
#5
Garfield sheds lot of tears watching this movie
During an interview with Off Set, Garfield once revealed that the 1946 Academy Award-nominated film It's A Wonderful Life has a deep emotional impact on him. He described his reaction to it as "heavy sobbing...like someone's stabbing me in the guts and reminding me about how much I love living." Garfield also revealed his family members would occasionally visit theaters to watch this movie.