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The Sixth Sense Star Recalls Incredible Way Bruce Willis Helped Him On Set
The Sixth Sense star Donnie Wahlberg reminisces about the way Bruce Willis helped him on set through his performance, as well as his humbleness surrounding the film upon its release. Wahlberg's The Sixth Sense character was Vincent Grey, a former patient of Willis' Malcolm Crowe who breaks into the child psychologist's home. The short scene sees Vincent shoot Malcolm and then himself, setting up an important twist for later in the film.
Speaking with ET, Wahlberg reflected on how Willis' support on the set of The Sixth Sense helped him in the scene the pair shared. He went on the recall how humble Willis was during the opening of the film, with the pair talking about how well they thought it would do. Check out what Wahlberg had to say below:
The Importance Of Donnie Wahlberg & Bruce Willis' Sixth Sense Scene
The support Wahlberg received from Willis while working on The Sixth Sense with him likely added to the tense, dramatic scene the pair shared together. While his appearance was brief, Vincent shooting Malcolm became an important part of the film's story, with hints that the night was more tragic than a first glimpse reveals. This culminates in The Sixth Sense's ending twist, where it's revealed Malcolm was a ghost the whole time he was helping his patient, Cole Sear, who can see ghosts.
Despite only appearing in one scene, Wahlberg was dedicated to the role, dropping 43 pounds in order to play the part. Willis' support on set also reflects the lead actor's mission to be a helping hand for his fellow actors, even if Wahlberg's part was small. This led to a memorable moment in film history, setting up a twist ending that reinforced the plot of The Sixth Sense and the ideas writer/director M. Night Shyamalan was presenting.
Willis' supportive nature also extends beyond those he works with, with the actor having taken multiple smaller roles in films over the years to support his family following a progressing aphasia diagnosis. His selflessness is reflected by Wahlberg's grateful statements for the seasoned actor's support. Given how much of a classic film The Sixth Sense is nearly 25 years after its release, it's clear Wahlberg and Willis' performances will always be remembered as part of film history.
