Anthony Mackie covers UPTOWN magazine “Home & Food Issue and dons some of the hottest men’s pre-fall fashion in a six-photo spread.”

Here’s what the 32-yr-old “Hurt Locker” actor had to share: 

On fame: “There’s a difference between being a working actor and being a celebrity … If you’re in this field you have to ask yourself that in the beginning and be honest with yourself. If you want to be a celebrity go after that 100 percent. If you want to be a working actor, it may mean doing a play that no one sees, but you love the craft.”

On being recognized for his craft: “Sometimes recognition and accolades and possessions aren’t exactly the gravy on the mash potatoes. Sometimes that’s the stuff that comes when it comes. If it doesn’t come, I’m not upset about it because that’s not what I’m looking for.”

For the behind the scenes video, more highlights from the interview and outtakes from the photo shoot, visit UPTOWN