Rick Macci’s character, portrayed by Jon Bernthal, features prominently in the story, for the most part trying to rein in Richard Williams’s unfettered drive. “I spoke to Jon Bernthal a few times,” Rick says.

Nov 24, 2021 · In King Richard, Macci is portrayed by Jon Bernthal, probably best known for playing Shane on The Walking Dead and Frank Castle in The Punisher. This was a very different role for him, as...

Apr 19, 2023 · Serena Williams' childhood coach Rick Macci reveals one thing he found off about 'King Richard' actor Jon Bernthal.

Jan 16, 2022 · The only thing that was different about Bernthal’s performance from Macci’s actual performance, the coach tells us, was his mustache. Macci has noticed a new dimension of King Richard each time he has watched it, so plentiful are the layers of the film.

Nov 18, 2021 · King Richard star Jon Bernthal chats about capturing the genuine affection of tennis coach Rick Macci and why he connected with the biopic's story.

Dec 19, 2023 · This week we’re talking about Rick’s Most Memorable Moment on the Court in part three of our podcast series with legendary coach Rick Macci. We discuss: The most exciting tennis match Rick had ever watched; What he thought about the King Richard movie; His most memorable moment on the court as a player and coach

Jul 3, 2023 · Jon Bernthal explained that once he got the accent nailed down, there wasn't much more that he was worried about with regard to playing Rick Macci.

Nov 24, 2021 · While promoting the new Will Smith -led movie on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Tuesday night (November 23), the 45-year-old actor talked about growing a mustache to play Serena and Venus Williams ‘...

Dec 17, 2021 · Actor plays real-life tennis coach Rick Macci in Will Smith-starring biopic. Jon Bernthal was a serious athlete growing up and even spent some time playing semi-pro baseball while he studied...

Nov 13, 2021 · He plays tennis legend Rick Macci. Jon Bernthal has opened up about his role in King Richard, the upcoming biopic about Richard Williams, the father of tennis players Venus and Serena Williams.