'Liar, Liar' star Justin Cooper recalls disturbing fan mail from prisoners as a kid
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Key Points:
- Justin Cooper, known for playing Jim Carrey’s son in the 1997 film "Liar, Liar," revealed on the "Not So Little Rascals" podcast that he received disturbing fan mail from prisoners during his childhood, which his mother shielded him from.
- Cooper praised his mother for protecting him on film and TV sets, ensuring he was never left alone with anyone in an industry where some parents advise children to comply with all directions.
- Despite childhood fame making public outings difficult due to fans seeking autographs, Cooper enjoyed the experience, though it may have been somewhat annoying for his family.
- Cooper’s acting credits include roles in "Dennis the Menace Strikes Again," "The Boys Are Back," "Brother’s Keeper," and guest appearances on shows like "Full House" and "ER," with his last credit in 2003 on "The Practice."
- Currently, Cooper works as an executive producer on "The Ben Maller Show" on FOX Sports Radio, transitioning from his child acting career to a role behind the scenes.
