Kevin Costner said it was Richard Burton who inspired him to pursue an acting career.
Costner was boarding a plane decades ago when he had a chance meeting with Burton and asked the actor if one could have an acting career without the turmoil that surrounded Burton's life.
"I think it's possible. It hasn't been for me, but I think it's possible," Costner said Burton told him.
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The brief comment was the inspiration he needed, Costner said.