Quentin Tarantino says that Hans Landa in 'Inglourious Basterds' (2009) is the best character he's ever written and he almost canceled the movie because he couldn't find the right actor to play him
A week before pulling the plug, Christoph Waltz auditioned for the role
“I wish we knew we were in the good ole days before we were actually in them.” I have a million and one words to say to you. It doesn’t even feel real. You were greatly loved by so many people. I will miss your smile so big. Rest easy pops. HavenLovesDaddy.