Dr. Dre Recalls Calling Michael B. Jordan "Crazy" For Directing & Starring In "Creed III"

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Dre worked on music for the film and couldn't believe Jordan would tackle the "extremely difficult" job as star and director.

The Creedverse is expanding with another installment that has taken over Hollywood thanks to Michael B. Jordan. The actor has been building on a successful career since he was a teen, and his efforts have paid off exponentially. As fans fawn over his stripped-down Calvin Klein ad, the Creed III premiere in Los Angeles was the place to be. The who's who of Hollywood descended on the TCL Chinese Theater, and Entertainment Tonight caught a brief moment with Dr. Dre.

The Compton native is not only an L.A. icon but a global superstar. Dre has helped develop and produced records for artists who turned into Rap's elite, so he knows a thing or two when spotting talent. Creed III marks Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut, and he stars in the film opposite several acclaimed talents, including Jonathan Majors.

Dr. Dre Sings Michael B. Jordan's Praises

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: (L-R) Jonathan Majors, Tessa Thompson, Mila Davis-Kent and Michael B. Jordan attend the Los Angeles Premiere Of "CREED III" at TCL Chinese Theatre on February 27, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic)

With a legacy such as Dre's, it was only fitting that Jordan & Co. approached the Aftermath mogul about working on music for the film. While speaking with ET's Nischelle Turner, the megaproducer explained how the partnership unfolded. "Mike actually came to my house and screened the film for me, and I thought he was out of his mind," Dre remembered with a laugh. "First-time director and starring in the film? It's like, you gotta be crazy to do that because it's extremely difficult."

"[But] I was so proud of him," Dre continued. "I said, 'Listen, man, I can't wait to see what's gonna come out of your mind next, as far as the direction goes,' you know? It was amazing." He added, "I thought they did an amazing job. I'm really proud of it." Although his appearance on the red carpet was due to his artistic inclusion, the hitmaker said he was there specifically to support Michael B. Jordan.

More Props To The Acclaimed Actor

"One of the other reasons why I'm here is because he's such a good person," Dre said. "He's a fantastic human being. So I'm here to support him." Creed III hits theaters on March 3.

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