Understanding Kevin Bacon's Journey and Six Degrees

Kevin Bacon humorously reflects on his fame and the creation of the 'Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon' game. Initially apprehensive, he embraces the game's popularity and uses it to launch SixDegrees.org, a philanthropic platform. Bacon discusses the challenges of leveraging celebrity influence for charity and highlights the importance of connectivity and innovation in philanthropy.

What humorous thought did Kevin Bacon have while on a plane with other celebrities?

• He would be the only survivor.

• He would be remembered for his dance moves.

• He wouldn't make the headlines if the plane crashed.

• He would win an Oscar posthumously.

What is the concept behind the 'Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon' game?

• Finding actors who have never worked with Kevin Bacon.

• Connecting any actor to Kevin Bacon in six steps or less.

• Identifying actors who have won Oscars with Kevin Bacon.

• Listing all movies Kevin Bacon has starred in.

How did Kevin Bacon initially feel about the 'Six Degrees' game?

• He was indifferent and uninterested.

• He was eager to promote it.

• He was horrified and thought it was a joke at his expense.

• He was thrilled and excited.

What inspired Kevin Bacon to start sixdegrees.org?

• A conversation with Bruce Willis.

• A desire to win an Oscar.

• Paul Newman's charitable work.

• A suggestion from his family.

What was the initial goal of sixdegrees.org?

• To raise money for charity through celebrity influence.

• To promote Kevin Bacon's movies.

• To connect celebrities with their fans.

• To create a social media platform.

What challenge did sixdegrees.org face when it first launched?

• Technical issues with the website.

• Lack of celebrity interest.

• People's personal connection to charity over celebrity influence.

• Insufficient funding.

What innovative idea helped increase engagement on sixdegrees.org?

• Hosting a celebrity gala.

• Offering free movie tickets.

• Allowing regular people to create badges for their causes.

• Launching a new movie with Kevin Bacon.

What is a 'Good Card' as described by Kevin Bacon?

• A card that offers discounts at stores.

• A card that tracks donations.

• A membership card for sixdegrees.org.

• A gift card for donating to a charity of choice.

What does Kevin Bacon believe about the internet's role in society?

• It should be regulated more strictly.

• It should be used primarily for entertainment.

• It is a tool for staying connected and doing good.

• It is a platform for celebrity gossip.

What lesson did Kevin Bacon learn from his experience with sixdegrees.org?

• Ideas need nurturing and effort to succeed.

• Philanthropy is a competitive field.

• The internet is overrated.

• Fame is the most important aspect of life.