Action star Alan Ritchson, known for his role as Reacher, has spoken out against some aspects of Christianity and politics. In an interview with GQ magazine, Ritchson discussed how some Christians have a hard time separating him from his characters on screen.
Ritchson expressed frustration with the perception that he is associated with the actions of his fictional characters. He stated that people tend to equate the real person with their fictional counterparts, and this can lead to criticism. The actor mentioned that he has been criticized by some Christians for roles in TV shows that feature unmarried sex scenes.
However, Ritchson’s faith is rooted in Jesus’ teachings and he distinguishes between his personal beliefs and those of his characters. He also spoke out against the Catholic Church’s handling of pedophilia scandals, calling them “repulsive.”
In addition to discussing his faith, Ritchson criticized former classmate Matt Gaetz and expressed disappointment with the Republican politician’s actions. The actor stated that Gaetz is not a good person and wishes he could outdo him in politics.
Ritchson’s outspoken comments have sparked debate among fans of Christianity and politics. His views on these topics are likely to be discussed as “Reacher” Season 3 premieres on Amazon Prime Video on February 20.
Source: https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/alan-ritchson-christians-unmarried-sex-scenes-tv-reacher-1236312811