Kurt Russell has no qualms about his love of hunting animals. Russell, 74, opened up about his views during a Wednesday, March 11, episode of the "Table Manners" podcast. When asked about his opinion on hunting animals, especially elk, he responded, "Well, I thank them for their service." "By the way, there's no pleasure in the taking of life," he added. "There's great pleasure and honor in taking an animal that feeds you. And I respect that and honor that. And it means a big deal to me.