Tim Allen, ‘Last Man Standing’ star, questioned on potential retirement from showbiz
Beloved Actor Tim Allen Has No Plans to Retire
Nothing, not even wildly successful and long-spanning careers, lasts forever.
And yet, according to beloved actor Tim Allen, he will never stop working — because he doesn’t consider acting to be “work.”
In an exclusive interview with the New York Post, the 70-year-old Allen effectively confirmed that retirement hasn’t even begun to cross his mind.
“I think it was, Madden said it. A football guy said, ‘I’ve never worked a day in my life,’” Allen told the outlet.
“I’ve never worked a day in my life” is a clear play on the idea that if you truly love what you do for a living, it’s not “work.”
That philosophy is one that Allen has discussed with his dear friend and fellow comedy icon Jay Leno.
“And for those of us in the moment, my good friend Jay Leno and I both talk about standup,” Allen explained. “I still do concerts.”
The septuagenarian actor then added: “And [Leno] said, ‘I don’t know. I don’t know what retirement would be. I don’t I don’t know. What do you do? You just sit and wonder why you’re not doing something.’”
Indeed, it does feel as though Allen and Leno are always “doing something,” even if it can occasionally lead to calamitous injury, with their fingers in any number of active projects at a time.
But whereas Leno never truly branched out into acting (a brief stint in the defunct professional wrestling promotion World Championship Wrestling notwithstanding), Allen has embraced acting alongside comedy for some time now — giving him quite a few options to avoid that dreaded retirement.
Allen is currently involved with the “The Santa Clauses” show (a spinoff sequel to his popular “The Santa Clause” movie franchise) that is streaming on Disney+.
In 2021, Allen just recently wrapped up “Last Man Standing,” a sitcom featuring Allen as “Mike Baxter,” a father hopelessly outnumbered at home by his wife and three daughters (hence the title of the sitcom.)
But the above two shows are simply the most recent in a long line of successful acting endeavors for Allen.
The standup comedian-turned-actor first noticeably burst onto the television screen as the leading man in “Home Improvement,” a similar sitcom to “Last Man Standing” except you can swap out the three daughters for three sons.
“Home Improvement” aired from 1991 to 1999, but still remains so fondly remembered today that Allen has openly discussed rebooting that show.
And yet, Allen’s most enduring and iconic role may actually be one where you don’t even see his face.
Allen lent his iconic voice to “Toy Story” protagonist Buzz Lightyear — a move which has inextricably linked the actor to the role — and has never really looked back as far as timeless popularity goes.
Lightyear remains so popular that as recently as this past Tuesday, Allen revealed that he’s in talks to return to the role — despite Disney seemingly replacing his voice in the spinoff movie “Lightyear.”
Allen made the revelation during Tuesday’s episode of “The Tonight Show”:
Keep in mind, Buzz Lightyear debuted in 1995 and it’s nearly 30 years after the fact.
If turning 70 has given Allen any reason or cause for pause, he’s certainly not showing it if his upcoming projects are anything to go by.
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What role does a refusal to subscribe to the traditional notion of retirement play in Tim Allen’s motivation to keep pursuing acting?
E certainly doesn’t show it. In fact, he seems more energized and passionate about his work than ever before.
But what drives Allen to continue pursuing his craft with such fervor? It’s a combination of his genuine love for acting and a refusal to subscribe to the traditional notion of retirement. For Allen, acting isn’t just a job, it’s a passion that brings him joy and fulfillment.
In a recent interview with the New York Post, Allen emphasized this sentiment by quoting former football coach John Madden: “I’ve never worked a day in my life.” By aligning himself with Madden’s philosophy, Allen conveys the idea that when you love what you do, it doesn’t feel like work.
This belief is something he shares with his close friend and fellow comedy icon, Jay Leno. Together, they have discussed the concept of retirement and the difficulty of stepping away from something they’re so passionate about. Leno even confessed that he doesn’t know what he would do if he retired, as he would constantly wonder why he’s not doing something.
Indeed, Allen and Leno are always busy, with their fingers in multiple projects at any given time. While Leno mainly focused on stand-up comedy throughout his career, Allen has successfully integrated acting into his repertoire. From his breakout role in the sitcom “Home Improvement” to his recent projects like “Last Man Standing” and the Disney+ show “The Santa Clauses,” Allen has proven his versatility as an actor.
However, it’s Allen’s iconic voice work as Buzz Lightyear in the “Toy Story” franchise that has truly solidified his place in pop culture history. Despite the passing years, Buzz Lightyear remains beloved by audiences of all ages. Allen’s portrayal of the character has become synonymous with the role, and it’s no wonder that he is considering returning to the part despite Disney’s recent spinoff.
At 70 years old, Allen shows no signs of slowing down. If anything, age seems to have only increased his passion and dedication to his craft. Retirement may not be on his radar, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t aware of the passing years. It’s a testament to his commitment to his work and his love for acting that keeps him going.
In a world where many people dream of retirement and the chance to relax, Allen stands out as a prime example of someone who has found true fulfillment in their career. He challenges the notion that work is something to be endured until retirement, and instead encourages others to find their passion and pursue it with all their heart.
So, as beloved actor Tim Allen continues to grace our screens and captivate audiences, we can only hope to see more of his incredible talent and dedication in the years to come. Retirement may not be in his plans, but that’s just fine with us. As long as there are stories to be told and characters to be brought to life, Tim Allen will be there, reminding us all that when you love what you do, work is never really work at all.
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