David Schwimmer: What disappointment has stayed with you longest?

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David Schwimmer

American actor

Recorded said elsewhere, not written here

The lack of role models in leadership in the US, in particular our government.

The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 September 2007 source ↗

Others on this question

Joseph Fiennes English actor

I haven't seen a ghost yet.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 18 October 2008 source ↗

Danny DeVito American actor, comedian and filmmaker

That the US, Britain and all these other bozos are still fighting wars all over the world.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 26 January 2013 source ↗

Dawn O'Porter British writer, director, and television presenter

Not winning Celebrity MasterChef. I am still gutted, despite many months of pretending to be fine with it.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 15 August 2026 source ↗

Jenna Coleman English actress

Receiving a letter saying I didn’t get into drama school. I felt like Billy Elliot. It was a crushing moment.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 16 February 2019 source ↗

Before I realised my parents, sister and I were all mortal.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 September 2007 source ↗

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