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We Shine the Spotlight on UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT Star Tituss Burgess
Ever since it’s premiere people haven’t stopped talking about how wonderful and hysterical, UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT is. In a way, the Robert Carlock and Tina Fey comedy has brought back the water cooler chat, only now, the chat is online and in the form of thousands of meme’s, tweets, and Tumblr posts. There was no doubt that their 30 ROCK follow up would be hilarious and just as addicting, but people were not expecting it to be THIS funny.
While the show itself is brilliant it seems one person is the center of all of these tweets, Tituss Burgess. Burgess stole our hearts the second he appeared on our screens justifying why he didn’t pay his rent and why he is a perfect tenant. Burgess is known mostly for his impressive theater credits and beautiful voice, but his role as the over the top performer is bound to make him become a household name. He brings so much light and joy to the already insanely charming show. I caught up with the gifted actor about how people have responded to Titus, filming the memorable “Pinot Noir” scene, and what his initial thought of the Pilot was.
What was your initial reaction after reading the Pilot?
Tituss Burgess: After I read the last scene I thought to myself, “Oh no, Tina’s done it again.” It felt as funny and as quick witted as 30 ROCK. The world was clearly waiting for Tina and Robert’s follow up. I was just delighted to read something that was so original and so unique. I hadn’t read or seen anything like it before so I was thrilled.
Did you think it would become such a huge hit?
Honestly there was so much work to do before March 6, 2015 that there was not enough mental space to even dream about or consider how this would be received, After we filmed episode one and episode two we got our crew. That was a good indication because our crew was cracking up while we were filming. So what I did think was, this is extremely funny, laugh out loud funny.
Did you think people would respond so well to Titus?
The feedback has been overwhelming! I have to be honest with you, I was nervous that people would just write Titus off as another gay character. I certainly thought that Tina and Robert had done such a wonderful job of making Titus three-dimensional and not stereotypical. There is so much more going on than the fact that Titus is a gay man, he’s larger than life. We live in a world where people just stop at face value and don’t give people a chance. My worry was that people would allow their own beliefs and certain stereotypes to prevent them from giving all of these people a fair shot. I did not anticipate so much love, but I am so glad because he is so much more than meets the eye.
Coming from such a musical background like you do, how was filming “Pinot Noir?” It was so outrageous!
(Laughs) At first I was a little nervous because the brilliant Jeff Richmond came to me and said, “We have this song, this outline, but right now we just have a beat and we’re not quite sure what it’s going to be. I just need you to go!” So the beat would trail on and I just made up the whole damn thing. They would throw out words that rhymed for me and I would in a very Titus-esque way tried to do it. It was equal parts stressful as it was fun.
Aside from “Pinot Noir” what other scenes stood out to you while filming?
I was particularly partial to the last scene in the Pilot, just because that was the very first day of filming. I think honestly that’s when I fell in love with Ellie Kemper, that scene holds a lot of sentimental value, I hold that close to my heart. I love filming the episode “Kimmy Rides A Bike!” Titus does everything in his power to suppress his excitement for her trial and he just can’t pull it together to lie well enough.
What would you like to see in season two?
Well, I’ll tell you this, I didn’t even know there was going to be a season one, and it was all brilliant. So I would like to see whatever they want to see. I just enjoy showing up and going to work, doing my thing, and having a good time. I have no storyline trajectories that I’m hopeful for one behalf of Titus.
You can watch Tituss in the hilarious first season of UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT streaming now on Netflix.
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Today’s TV Addict Top 5: Questions with REMEDY Star Enrico Colantoni
In anticipation of tonight’s return of REMEDY on Global TV (9PM ET/PT) the TV Addict was recently afforded the opportunity to check in with series star Enrico Colantoni. Not surprisingly, the affable actor and star of such TV Addict favourites like VERONICA MARS, JUST SHOOT ME and PERSON OF INTEREST was only too happy to share what attracted him to the project, why you should be watching REMEDY and what’s next for one of Canada’s biggest and brightest exports. [Read more…]
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We Shine the Spotlight on RICHIE RICH Star Jake Brennan
Jake Brennan stars in the Netflix reboot, RICHIE RICH. Much like the 90’s film, the series is centered on kid- millionaire Richie (Jake Brennan) who moves into a mega-mansion and gets into some trouble with his new friends. I caught up with the talented young actor about his character, Richie, what we can look forward to in the Pilot, and what we can look forward to in later episodes.
Were you a fan of the Richie Rich movie from the 90’s?
Oh yeah! Who wouldn’t love the idea of having all of those great toys? I love Macaulay Culkin in it. I think I got my first acting bug after watching him in the movie, My Girl. He and Anna Chlumsky were amazing.
What can you tell us about your character Richie? How was your audition for the role?
This Richie keeps getting in trouble. He has never had money before, so he has a hard time doing the right thing when money can make things so much easier. I originally auditioned for a web series called Richie Rich. They were filming two full episodes a week during the summer. My agent said it would be the best multi-cam camp ever. After learning over eighty pages a week for months, my memory is awesome and I got all A’s on my last report card.
What can you tell us about the Pilot episode?
It was directed by Phil Lewis. He is the best director I have ever worked with. He took the time to explain everything to us, from an actors point of view. I think it saved everyone a lot of time in the long run because we understood exactly what the producers and cameramen needed from us.
What episode or scenes are you most excited to see?
The superhero episode from next season. The costumes and secret lair are so cool!
What shows are you loving on TV right now?
I love watching MODERN FAMILY, THE MIDDLE, and BLACK-ISH. My all time favorite is 3RD ROCK FROM THE SUN. I’ve seen every episode. John Lithgow is genius!
If you could put Richie on any other TV show-what would it be?
I think a JESSIE crossover on The Disney Channel would be been really funny.
You can watch Jake on the Netflix original series RICHIE RICH, now streaming online.