Harry Connick Jr. on whether ‘Idol’ has made him meaner

As Dr. Clay Haskett, Harry Connick Jr. is as upbeat and encouraging in “Dolphin Tale 2” as he was in the original, but it's hard watching the actor-musician work without wondering if his job as an “American Idol” judge as sullied his natural optimism. 

We sat down with Connick to discuss his new movie, the downside of being perceived as judgmental, and his favorite reality show judges on TV.

“Dolphin Tale 2” arrives in theaters September 12. 

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