✦Applied a protein diet, underwent sessions in an isolation tank, and performed prison exercises in order to make a convincing portrayal in "The Jacket" (2005).
✦Was labeled Best Dressed Man in America by Esquire Magazine in 2004.
✦Was actually engaged in talks for the role of Spock in "Star Trek" (2008), but the part ultimately went to "Heroes" star Zachary Quinto.
✦Was banned from Saturday Night Live show after displaying an unscripted introduction for Sean Paul in May 2003.
✦Was the only leading actor who received his first Oscar at the 2003 Academy Awards since the other four nominees previously have acquired the honor.