After more than two decades in the entertainment industry, Chris Pratt has solidified himself as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after actors. He cut his teeth through roles in movies and TV shows such as Wanted and Everwood, before landing his breakthrough role in NBC’s Parks and Recreation. But it was his turn as Peter Quill/Star-Lord in 2014’s Guardians of the Galaxy that made him a bonafide, big-screen draw. Despite his popularity, Pratt does seem to have his share of detractors, and he’s aware of it. On that note, he acknowledged that he’s been criticized for his faith, though he looks to Jesus for help in fending off the trolls.
The 43-year-old actor’s faith isn’t exactly a secret at this point, as he’s discussed it on numerous occasions over the past several years. The topic has come up during interviews conducted for publications, and the Marvel star even discussed religion during an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The subject came up again while he was chatting with Page Six at a Cinema Society screening of his latest blockbuster, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. When asked whether he receives flak for his belief in God, he answered in the affirmative, before explaining how he processes it:
