In this chapter, the speakers reminisce about the lasting impact of television actors, focusing on one speaker's father and their experiences in the entertainment industry. They delve into the shift from traditional television to current challenges faced by actors, including the impact of strikes on production. Personal anecdotes highlight the dynamics of growing up in a celebrity-filled environment and the unique educational experiences of children in the industry.
As a kid, Jason Ritter felt a lot of pressure as the son of a beloved actor who audiences felt like they knew personally. He didn’t feel pressure from his parents, but rather pressure from the world, believing he had to live up to being John Ritter’s son. Jason talks with Marc about how that insecurity, as well as his struggle to find his own identity, led directly to an acting career but also caused him mask his emotions with alcohol. They also talk about the limits of research, Matlock, and Jason’s wife Melanie Lynskey.
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