In Nevermore Academy’s mysterious halls, shadows flicker like candle flames, threatening to burn bright or fade into darkness. Netflix’s Wednesday weaves a tale where eerie secrets ignite, and a certain principal’s temper sparks trouble. Behind this fiery character stands Steve Buscemi, an actor whose history smokes with real-life heroism. His past as a New York City firefighter adds a surprising depth to his role, fusing fact and fiction into a blazing performance that captivates the screen.

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Before dazzling audiences with his quirky characters, Steve Buscemi kept the city safe with a firefighter’s grit. Buscemi served with FDNY’s Engine Company 55 in Manhattan’s Little Italy from 1980 to 1984, while also "trying to be an actor and actually I tried my hand at standup," he recalled on the Smartless podcast. Soon, movie offers made him hang up his helmet. Yet that brotherhood of fire never left him, shaping the roles he takes and the causes he supports.

When September 11 struck, Buscemi did not hesitate to don his old gear once more. The day after the attacks, he returned to his old firehouse to volunteer in the grim, grueling rescue efforts and "got to work with them, you know, for the rest of the week,” he addressed on the podcast. His courage and humility in those dark days echo through his characters, giving them a smoky authenticity few actors can claim.

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 When it comes to playing with fire, few bring the real heat like an actual firefighter turned actor. Steve Buscemi’s past blazes behind his swagger, making Principal Dort’s temper all the more scorching.

Principal Dort may play with fire on Wednesday, but it is Steve Buscemi’s true flames that illuminate his portrayal with real heat. His presence crackles with a lifetime of experience, a blend of Hollywood charm and firefighter resilience. Through his eyes, viewers glimpse a man forged in smoke and soot, whose past blazes brightly beneath the gothic veneer of Nevermore’s haunted halls.

Steve Buscemi’s journey from fighting flames to lighting up screens is a story of transformation fueled by passion. It proves that playing with fire can shape not just one’s past but also forge an unforgettable career. On Netflix’s Wednesday, his fire burns clear and bright despite the severe tanks of the second season, blazing in a tribute to the hero and actor intertwined in one compelling flame.

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