Arthur Morgan's Coughing Fits in Red Dead Redemption 2 Sound So Real Because Actor Roger Clark Was Actually Sick
Red Dead Redemption 2 actor Roger Clark has revealed that Arthur Morgan's gnarly coughing fits were actually recorded when he was sick in real life.
Red Dead Redemption 2 actor Roger Clark has revealed that the iconic coughing fits of Arthur Morgan were inspired by the actor's own illnesses during five years of filming. During a YouTube interview, Clark explained that the intense coughing was not as taxing as it might seem, as he had ample time to space out the scenes. He admitted to getting sick multiple times during the production, even admitting, "I'd be like 'Hey, I've got a cold, let me get in there,' and they'd say, 'Okay.'"
This authentic approach brought a raw realism to the character of Arthur Morgan, whose coughing is a defining feature of his portrayal. The character suffers from Tuberculosis, a condition that worsens throughout the game as players navigate Arthur's complex story.
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