Video: Jared Leto's Kurt Cobain Tribute

By Sarah Crow Posted Apr 6th 2011 03:00PM

Jared Leto's career has moved past his days as hunky illiterate Jordan Catalano on 'My So-Called Life,' but in some ways, the actor just can't shake the 90s.

To commemorate the 17th anniversary of legendary rocker Kurt Cobain's death, Leto dresses up as Cobain and sings snippets of the musician's songs 'Pennyroyal Tea' and 'Rape Me' in a video posted on the actor's website.

The 30 Seconds to Mars frontman explains of his decision to take on such sensitive subject matter, writing, "I heard today was the day Kurt passed away 17 years ago. Can't believe it's been that long. So grateful for his contribution and inspiration. Not sure I'd be doing this if it weren't for him. He gave us all permission to create no matter what our skill set and reminded me that dreams are possible. Thanks for that."

Leto continued, "This made me recall a short piece of film I shot when I heard they were making a film celebrating his life. I made it to explore the character and explore creative possibilities. I never sent it to the studio or to anyone but thought I'd share it now..."

Check out Leto's Video.

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Wednesday 06 April

By Seattlewkr

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I've only seen Leto on "So called Life." Other than being great looking, his acting was not in the least bit impressive.

By Yours

Leto is one of the most talented actors and musicians out there today, topping Cruize and clooney, and cobain....Requiem of a dream....you want acting. check it out.

Thursday 07 April

By bri

are you daft? "greatest musicians/actors of our time?" really!!!!! hahahahaha. sorry.....you obviously have horrible taste....

Bri,
your obviously 12, so when you reach maturity, and able to function and your taste buds develop you will understand what a Great Musician and Actor is all about............Jared Leto....

Wednesday 29 June

By GuapoFMX

I have to say honestly I am not much of a Jared Leto fan. This however was an absolutely amazing video. The lyrics and intonations were a bit off, but the feeling was dead on. I must say, I'm impressed.

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