Source: Uptown Magazine

One of our favorite actors, Anthony Mackie, is walking in that mainstream shine he’s always deserved. Whether he’s doing theater, or in a motion picture alongside Matt Damon or Kerry Washington, Mackie always brings his talent. And we’re never disappointed. The actor, who stars in the new movie “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” (don’t scoff until you’ve seen it), recently chatted with the folks at Uptown about his career thus far, not getting caught up in the hype and why he’s not your regular heartthrob.

Check out excerpts from the interview below:

How he describes himself: Average guy. If your car breaks down, I’m your guy. If you need a heartthrob, I’m not your guy. I’m dead serious.

The difference between celebrity and artist: There’s a difference between being a working actor and being a celebrity … If you’re in this field you have to ask yourself that in the beginning and be honest with yourself. If you want to be a celebrity go after that 100 percent. If you want to be a working actor, it may mean doing a play that no one sees, but you love the craft.

On getting caught up: Everybody was like ‘This is it, dog, you’re blowing up. I bought into it thinking that my ‘Denzel time’ had come. I was left there with egg on my face.

His love for theater: It’s instant gratification. I know now that in certain aspects of my life, I’m a Slore for attention. I love to be on stage … and I love to say something and hear the audience respond. It’s a drug.

Who he wants to be when he grows up: I love where I am right now. If I grow up to be Don Cheadle, I’m very happy with that.

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And acting is not all he does. Check out the video of Mackie talking about his Brooklyn restaurant and his favorite foods.

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Meet Lester Greene

Age: 32
Orientation: Bi-Sexual
Relationship Status: Single
Occupation: Actor
In 3 words, how would your friends describe you? Honest, personable, funny
What are the main characteristics/qualities that you look for in a woman?  Honesty, independence, hard-working
What are your favorite hobbies? Acting, playing basketball, rapping/performing
What are your top 3 favorite books to read? The Autobiography of Malcolm X, Invisible Man, The Executioner’s Song
Who is your favorite artist? Kanye West
Favorite movie of all time: Love & Basketball