The US president mentioned a rustic “can’t go through that too much” when questioned by reporters throughout his go to to Scotland this week.
The Emmy-winning star, who’s an independence supporter, has hit again, branding him “that idiot in America”.
“It’s been tough as there’s a great deal of undermining that has gone on.”
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SNP fraud probe inflicting ‘hurt’
Mr Cox mentioned the police fraud investigation inspecting the SNP’s funds has performed “enormous harm” to the celebration and wider independence motion.
Nicola Sturgeon was arrested as a part of the long-running police probe however cleared of any wrongdoing earlier this 12 months.
The previous first minister’s estranged husband Peter Murrell, who was SNP chief govt for 20 years, appeared in court docket in April to face a cost of alleged embezzlement. He has entered no plea.
Brian Cox is making ready to return to the Scottish stage for the primary time in a decade in a play in regards to the Royal Financial institution of Scotland’s position within the 2008 monetary crash.
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Kevin Spacey
‘My good friend Spacey must be forgiven’
The Succession star was additionally requested about his “old friend” Kevin Spacey.
The previous Home of Playing cards actor, 65, was exiled from the showbiz world in 2017 after allegations of sexual misconduct.
Spacey has admitted to “being too handsy” up to now and “touching someone sexually” when he did not know they “didn’t want him to”.
Spacey stood trial within the UK for a number of sexual offences in opposition to 4 males in July 2023 however was acquitted on all counts.
“Everybody is stupid as everybody else. Everybody is capable of the same mistakes and the same sins as everybody else.”
Requested if he might see a return to showbiz for Spacey, Cox replied: “I would think so eventually, but it’s very tough for him.
“He was difficult, however he has learnt a giant lesson. He must be allowed to go on as a result of he’s a really wonderful actor. I simply assume we must be forgiving.”
He concluded: “What’s the pleasure you get out of kicking someone within the balls when they’re down? That’s what I can’t stand.”
