Simon Pegg featured in Jaws 50th anniversary interviews as part of a special series marking five decades since the release of Steven Spielberg’s legendary film. The Daily Jaws, the world’s leading fan site for the movie, has brought together celebrities including Pegg, Chris Jericho, Slash, and Joe Hill for a celebratory set of interviews published to coincide with the landmark event.
Celebrating Jaws: A Star-Studded Tribute
To honor the 50-year legacy of Jaws, The Daily Jaws launched an ambitious interview project that brings together 50 renowned fans from entertainment. The first wave of interviews, released yesterday, includes not only Simon Pegg but also Jack Quaid, Greg Nicotero—renowned for his special effects work and creation of the Academy Museum Jaws shark—Dermot O’Leary, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor Joe Lo Trugilo. This initial group kicks off a year’s worth of weekly episodes featuring more famous personalities who cherish the Spielberg classic.
Ross Williams, creator of The Daily Jaws and host of this interview series, leads the discussions. The fan site also celebrates its own milestone this year, marking its tenth anniversary as a hub for Jaws enthusiasts, with over 1,000 articles about the film, shark-themed content, and conservation topics.
Celebrity Reflections and Family Connections
The interviews dive into how Jaws influenced generations, with an emphasis on the unique family ties among the guests. Upcoming episodes promise conversations with Ian Shaw, an actor and co-writer known for The Shark Is Broken—a successful stage play about the making of Jaws. Ian Shaw, son of Robert Shaw who played Quint in the original movie, adds a special generational perspective to the series, while Jack Quaid, son of Dennis Quaid from Jaws 3D, contributes to this unique blend of film legacy and personal history.
Williams highlights these connections, sharing,
“We’ve been privileged to interview the sons of two legends from the JAWS series, first the son of Quint actor Robert Shaw, in Ian, and secondly with the actor Jack Quaid, son of the JAWS 3D (1983) star Dennis Quaid. It’s helped make it a real JAWS family affair.”
—Ross Williams, Creator of The Daily Jaws
Impact and Timeless Appeal of Jaws
The interview series explores how the film’s reputation and appeal have endured across different generations and cultures. Williams remarks on the ongoing magic of Spielberg’s shark story:
“It’s been fascinating going beneath the surface with famous JAWS fans, finding out how the film has impacted and inspired them. These interviews show that the appreciation for this film only just seems to grow and grow. JAWS may be 50 but it is still far from long in the tooth and the shark and Spielberg are still weaving their magic across multiplexes and new and old audiences alike. This shark is far from broken.”
—Ross Williams, Creator of The Daily Jaws
With new episodes set to be released weekly, The Daily Jaws extends its invitation for fans to watch and engage with these exclusive interviews. The series not only celebrates the film’s enduring popularity but also highlights the tight-knit community and continuing influence Jaws has had on both fans and celebrities worldwide. As this anniversary project unfolds, it promises to reinforce the film’s lasting significance and its impact on pop culture and filmmaking alike.
