“I've hit a point where my big luxury is getting to work on the things I want to work on. That's my hobby. It's being able to do a movie like 'Chef,' where you don't get paid, where you get paid scale, but you get to do exactly the movie you want to do. To me, that's worth more to me than whatever money I would have gotten paid.”

American actor and filmmaker

Jon Favreau is an American actor and filmmaker. He is known for work across film and television, and has received numerous accolades, including an Emmy Award and two Saturn Awards. Favreau has built a career both in front of the camera and behind it, moving between acting and filmmaking with ease. His recognition reflects that range, especially in projects that have brought him awards and a lasting presence in popular entertainment.