And I feel like Tanya, out of all the characters in certain ways, had more empathy than any of them. She’s buying her happiness with at least travel and spas and massages. JENNIFER COOLIDGE: Tanya had been all over the world, and Tanya is incredibly wealthy. What fascinated you about their relationship? YVONNE VILLARREAL: Let’s talk about that dynamic between them. Tanya: I think it’s ‘cause I’m so close to the floor.] YVONNE VILLARREAL: You give a really layered and complex performance that is both hilarious and vulnerable, but particularly in scenes opposite Natasha Rothwell, who plays Belinda, the spa manager at the resort.īelinda: Why do you think you’re so tired? Tanya: Just dealing with all of the logistics. All their self-centered fear really comes from the cocoon that they build, and it’s all very unconscious. It was the first time where I wasn’t judgmental of them because it’s just their. JENNIFER COOLIDGE: “White Lotus,” when I watched it, it was so clear to me how unaware rich people are of other people’s suffering, but that it’s not a conscious thing. It’s been a revelation to see the level of vulnerability that she brings to a social satire, especially one that’s sort of meant to depict the darker side of wealth. And you know, I would venture to say she delivered. Her friend Mike White, who’s the creator, writer and director of “The White Lotus,” wrote this role with her in mind. YVONNE VILLARREAL: Yeah, I mean, what’s so interesting is that Jennifer didn’t end up in this role by accident. But then there’s this emotional aspect to it that we’ve never really seen before. It’s one thing that’s so great about Jennifer’s performance in “White Lotus” is that it has everything that we sort of know her for and like her for. MARK OLSEN: I mean, she wrenches so much pathos out of just trying to get other people to pronounce her name correctly. MARK OLSEN: I mean, that may be her signature role. For me, I go straight to her role as Fiona, Hilary Duff’s evil stepmother in “A Cinderella Story.” And of course, my personal favorite, Paulette, the lovable manicurist in “Legally Blonde.” YVONNE VILLARREAL: I love the films that come to mind for you versus the ones that come to mind. You know, I think of this sort of absurdist energy that she brought to, say, “Promising Young Woman.” And of course, there’s her roles in the Christopher Guest films like “A Mighty Wind” or “Best In Show,” where she played this poodle owner who was married to a much, much older man. MARK OLSEN: I’m excited for this conversation because I think Jennifer’s one of those performers where we’ve seen her for so many years now and yet she still is revealing new parts of herself.
YVONNE VILLARREAL: I’m talking of course about Jennifer Coolidge.
And as I’m sure you know, as of late she’s become a TikTok sensation of sorts for the sheer volume of people imitating the unmistakable way that she can say something like “hi.” She’s best known for her scene-stealing work in sitcoms and in films. And Mark, you already know this from my Slack messages, but I’m very excited about today’s guest.
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Times podcast where we dive deep with your favorite stars from TV and film. We’re back with another episode of “The Envelope,” the L.A. In this moment, two artists - separated by decades - unknowingly set off a chain reaction that will change both of their lives forever.YVONNE VILLARREAL: And I’m Yvonne Villarreal.
With the help of his cherished coin, Gerard charms his first-ever audience member with an impromptu magic show. When an inquisitive young girl named Jules wanders upon his practiced routine, she’s dazzled by his talents. With effortless dexterity that accompanies mastery, this delightfully overgrown kid practices magic every day with a special coin… a gift from The Great Vivonti. Despite working in a post office all his life, Gerard has dreamed of one day finding his audience as a famous magician like his childhood hero. Toward the doldrum end of his shift, a sprightly mailman sorts envelopes and packages nimbly with the flick of a wrist. To: Gerard is an Dreamworks Animation short film that is written and directed by Taylor Meacham.