Ted Lasso’s Brett Goldstein Is Joining The Cast Of Shrinking, And The Latest Announcement About His Role Is Exciting And Surprising

Ted Lasso's Brett Goldstein Is Joining The Cast Of Shrinking, And The Latest Announcement About His Role Is Exciting And Surprising

As a fan who has been following Brett Goldstein‘s career from his stand-up days to his Emmy-winning performances, I can confidently say that the man is a whirlwind of talent and creativity. His involvement in two of Apple TV+’s finest shows, Ted Lasso and Shrinking, is nothing short of impressive.


Brett Goldstein maintains a bustling schedule, juggling writing, acting, and Emmy wins from Ted Lasso. Beyond this, he’s actively involved as a co-creator, writer, and executive producer on Shrinking, making him a key player in two of Apple TV+’s top-tier shows. For the upcoming Season 2 of Shrinking, Goldstein will return to acting duties, and his character’s development, as shared by co-creator Bill Lawrence, promises an unexpected and thrilling turn!

With the second season of “Shrinking” set to debut on television screens in 2024 and Bill Lawrence’s other series, “Bad Monkey,” also slated for release, he recently spoke with Variety about both of his upcoming Apple TV+ productions. Intriguingly, the showrunner revealed a small but impactful detail about Brett Goldstein’s character in the therapy-centered show starring Jason Segel, hinting:

1. I’ll make it clear that it’s not fast-paced. Right off the bat in the premiere, you’ll find out who he is. No worries about spoilers, but it’s quite intriguing.

Initially, when I found out that Brett Goldstein was joining “Shrinking,” I figured his part wouldn’t be substantial given his packed schedule. After all, he was juggling roles on “Ted Lasso” and “Shrinking” a few years back, and he’s also a stand-up comedian, podcast host, and has film projects in the works too!

Ever since the Emmy-winning actor became part of the comedy series cast during its first season, I’ve been pretty thrilled about it. But when I heard this latest news from one of the show’s creators, my excitement level skyrocketed!

Now it’s time to question what role he’ll play, and there are lots of ways it could go.

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Although definitive proof regarding the character Goldstein plays in Shrinking is lacking, I’ve come up with a few speculations.

With the dramatic ending of Season 1 of “Shrinking” where Jimmy’s (Jason Segel) client Grace (Heidi Gardner) shoved her partner off a cliff, it’s likely that legal matters will be a significant focus in Season 2. It’s possible that a character like Goldstein might appear as a lawyer in the new season.

Additionally, there’s the chance that he might appear in a different role within Dr. Paul’s (Harrison Ford) clinic. For instance, he could be a teacher at Jimmy’s daughter’s school or even an acquaintance from Gabby’s (Jessica Williams) past.

With countless possibilities ahead, I’m confident that Brett Goldstein will excel in this part! More than just an award-winning actor who shone on Bill Lawrence’s other Apple TV+ series, Ted Lasso, he also played a crucial role behind the scenes of Shrinking. This means he has significantly contributed to its success and the development of his character.

I’m thrilled to countdown to the premiere of Shrinking Season 2 on October 16, featuring Brett Goldstein back on screen. What makes this anticipation even greater is knowing he’ll be there from the start and in a substantial role that’s not just fleeting. In other words, his part looks significant and intriguing!

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2024-08-15 05:07