*The History Channel’s 10-part miniseries “The Bible” is stirring up extra attention for its casting of Satan.
Folks are saying it’s no coincidence that the actor who plays the devil, Mohamen Mehdi Ouazanni, bears a startling resemblance to President Barack Obama.
The resemblance was pointed out on Twitter during the show’s broadcast on Sunday. Glenn Beck, the Christian conservative broadcaster who has called the series “one of the most important shows in decades,” sent out a tweet with a screenshot. Beck, who refuses to use Obama’s name, referred to the president as “That Guy.”
Ouazanni has featured in several religious-themed programs before, including the TV movies “David” (1997); “Jeremiah” (1998, with Patrick Dempsey in the starring role); “In the Beginning”; and the Emmy-nominated “The Ten Commandments” (2006).
The producers of the series have yet to comment. “The Bible” is in part a collaboration between Mark Burnett and his wife, Roma Downey. Burnett has donated to Democratic candidates, including Obama in 2008 and the DNC in 2009, but he also produces Donald Trump’s “Celebrity Apprentice” and was behind Sarah Palin’s first reality effort.
Downey, while not publicly identifying with a party, is a devout Catholic who has spoken in public about her faith quite often. She starred in the TV series “Touched By an Angel,” and through LightWorkers Media, a religious production company behind “The Bible,” she produced the children’s animated program Little Angels.
I saw part 3 last night and I did not see the resemblance but looking at the two pics side be side there is a very Slight resemblance, I would think the producers would make Satan more hideous looking, anyway, Stop with calling Pres Obama the devil and the anti Chirst, it is way beyond annoying now
It’s not the first time and it will not be the last. Why do they continue to do this. They could have gotten a Bush look a like. Did the casting people have another motive or was this the best guy for the job.
I’m just wondering wtf they’re going to come up with NEXT.
It will never stop, just consider the source
If you look hard enough for something, you’re bound to find it. Non issue.
Maybe it’s me – but how in the hell does that actor/devil looks remotely like the President of the USA? Journalist/media or tv stations will do anything to stir up some shi* and get ratings!!!!
that’s what its all about
There’s definitely a resemblance to Obama in that character. As I recall, there was a likeness to Bush used in Game of Thrones. Remember the head on a stick?
http://cbsnewyork.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/dsc_0018.jpg?w=630&h=420
wasn’t looking for it, since this was my first time tuning in but, last night as I was watching, I was trying to put my finger on who “he” reminded me of. Guess that’s it.
They all look alike to me. : )
REALLY, maybe you should have an eye exam friend! And pray for some intelligence
If you really can’t see the striking resemblance to Obama, then you may need some corrective lens. Either that, or your state of denial is too avowed for you to play any useful part in a conversation on the said subject.
If you can’t see the non-resemblance to the President – then maybe you need a REFUND from Pearl Vision or need to return your buy 1 get 2 free at the local Walmart store…just saying!
If anyone knows about famous people looking alike it’s me, as I am an avid movie buff and this actor looks like Spock’s father (actor Mark Lenard) check him out on Google for all you naysayers….lol
Yo timmdogg.
“Folks are saying it’s no coincidence that the actor who plays the devil, Mohamen Mehdi Ouazanni, bears a startling resemblance to President Barack Obama.”
FYI,
This is not a discussion of whether he bears a resemblance to Obama, but why.
The resemblance is a forgone conclusion. Folks are just wondering whether there was a conspiracy behind it.
Take look at the pictures again without the blinders on.
I am not mad here – just trying to be comical.If I offended, please forgive me. I am sure some part of me is saying the dude looks like the Pres – but the media and that Trump fool has been so negative about the POTUS and I am trying to deflect the barrage of negativity he and his wife receive on a daily basis for no apparent reason(s)! The Potus can’t save the entire world – especially what he had to take over from Bush!
Sorry don”t see the resemblance. Wow everything can”t be about Obama. Give me a break now let me finish watching The Bible pretty good show
Stop this nonsence. Have a little more respect for the President of the United States of America. I am sure if it was done to you, you would not like it. It is the most hurting thing you could do to anyone.