Michael Angarano Credits ‘Will & Grace’ for His Future Roles

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As a seasoned movie critic with a penchant for reminiscing about the golden days of television, I must say that the reunion of Michael Angarano and Sally Bradford McKenna on Peacock’s “Laid” is nothing short of electrifying! With their shared history on the legendary “Will & Grace,” it’s like witnessing a charming throwback to a time when laughter was truly timeless.

Behind-the-scenes of Peacock’s latest comedy, Laid, there’s an exciting reunion taking place. Actor Michael Angarano, portraying one of Ruby’s exes in the series, has reunited with a past collaborator from Will & Grace. The reunion is with Sally Bradford McKenna, who serves as executive producer and co-showrunner for Laid, and also wrote and produced 14 episodes of Will & Grace between 2001 and 2006. In an interview with MovieWeb, Angarano reminisced about his role as young Elliot, Jack McFarland’s son on the popular show, pointing out:

That series significantly shaped my life, particularly my career. Its impact is undeniable. Even now, people frequently discuss that show, often recognizing me from it and my character. However, watching the actors display their professionalism, creativity, and generosity towards each other left a profound impression on me as an aspiring actor. Sean Hayes was a significant influence.

Hayes was undeniably a comic powerhouse in the series, which also featured Eric McCormack, Debra Messing, and Megan Mullally. Angarano joined the cast of ‘Will & Grace’ towards the end of Season 3 as a character with an unusual connection to Jack – his son he never knew existed. Rosie O’Donnell portrayed Elliot’s mother in a Season 4 episode, and Angarano was also part of the original series when it returned on NBC from 2017 to 2020. Over both its initial eight-season run and subsequent three-season reboot, ‘Will & Grace’ established itself as one of the most successful TV shows with gay main characters.

As a budding movie critic, I must say that Sean Hayes left an indelible impact on me during our shared scenes together. His demeanor was consistently welcoming and humble, making him a joy to work alongside. Even at such a tender age, I found myself captivated by the way he rehearsed and performed.

From ‘Will & Grace’ to ‘Laid’

It’s clear that certain experiences must have affected Angarano’s career choices as he matured. Fast-forward to 2017, and you would see Angarano as a key player in the comedy “I’m Dying Up Here,” alongside Melissa Leo. Do you remember the popular series “This is Us”? Angarano portrayed Nick Pearson, Jack’s (Milo Ventimiglia) troubled brother in the NBC drama. He also starred in the prematurely ended sitcom, “Minx.” In the upcoming limited series about John Wayne Gacy, titled “Devil in Disguise,”, Angarano is expected to garner attention. And he’s sure to be remembered for his role as Richie in Peacock’s “Laid.“.

The reason for this is that Angarano’s character shares an unusual bond with the lead character, Ruby, portrayed by Stephanie Hsu. Here’s a brief summary of the intriguing and dark series ahead: As Ruby uncovers that her past lovers are mysteriously dying in peculiar manners, she and her best friend AJ (Zosia Mamet) compile a thorough log of their sexual encounters – yes, you read it correctly. This log serves as a grim prediction for the demise of Ruby’s ex-partners. However, investigating the reasons behind this increasing death toll and her own sexual history only intensifies Ruby’s anxiety. This unsettling effect also influences Richie, another key character. Keep an eye out for some surprising turns of events between these two characters.

This series features Tommy Martinez playing the role of Isaac alongside it. Additionally, a variety of guest stars make appearances, such as Andre Hyland, Kate Berlant, David Denman, John Early, Ettore “Big E” Ewen, Chloe Fineman, Olivia Holt, Simu Liu, Finneas O’Connell, and Alexandra Shipp. You can catch the premiere on Peacock starting December 19. Here’s the link to watch:

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2024-12-14 07:31