Anthony Mackie, who played Papa Doc and lost the final battle to Em's B-Rabbit character, revealed that Em actually used part of the actor's real life story to diss him in the 2002 film. Mackie joined The Pivot Podcast on Tuesday (March 11),

Actor Anthony Mackie disclosed on The Pivot Podcast that his personal experiences served as inspiration for Eminem's legendary rap battle in the climax of 8 Mile.

It turns out that Clarence’s parents did have a good marriage. Actor Anthony Mackie, who played the role of Papa Doc, Eminem's rival and final opponent during the last rap battle in 8 Mile, revealed some unique details about the film.