Ben McKenzie Reveals What Surprised Him Most in New Career Move

Ben McKenzie, known for his role as Ryan Atwood on The O.C., has been investigating cryptocurrency and shares his insights in a new documentary. The 47-year-old actor also holds an economics degree and expresses skepticism about crypto's legitimacy.

Documentary Insights

McKenzie's documentary, Everyone Is Lying to You for Money, critiques the crypto industry, suggesting it is a scam. He aims to clarify crypto complexities to the public, emphasizing that consumers shouldn't feel ignorant for not understanding it.

Personal Views on Finance

McKenzie describes himself as a practical spender due to the high cost of living in New York City with his family. He emphasizes lessons from his parents about the value of owning property, despite current challenges for younger generations.

His first job was delivering pizzas, which helped instill financial respect. His early showbiz gig was a voiceover for a Diet Dr Pepper commercial that launched his career.

Future Projects and Personal Life

The actor discusses aspirations to return to television with a potential series in development. He reflects on how his most significant life "investment" was marrying Morena Baccarin, highlighting her support during his crypto investigation work.

McKenzie jokes about which The O.C. character would fall for a crypto scam, suggesting Jimmy Cooper, given his history in the show. He hopes his documentary will resonate with skeptics and motivate regulatory action against crypto's rapid integration into society.