THE ADAM BUXTON PODCAST EP.223 - JESSICA KNAPPETT
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Mar 10, 2024 British actor Jessica Knappett discusses making sitcoms, organ exploding stress, Yorkshire song origins, energy balls, and fixing the world with love in a hilarious chat with Adam Buxton.
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Sudden Rise From Modest Beginnings
- Jessica described rapid career changes from call‑centre work to red carpets and a TV show after the Inbetweeners movie.
- The transition felt thrilling but immediately imposed heavy writing and production responsibilities.
Stress Led To A Gallbladder Operation
- While making Drifters Jessica experienced extreme stress that culminated in a medical emergency.
- She required surgery after her gallbladder was found to be 'hot' and was removed during production downtime.
Chaotic Pilot Shoot With David Schwimmer
- Jessica flew to New York to film a pilot with David Schwimmer amid no clear script or direction.
- The chaotic shoot left her crying each night and feeling set up to fail by the director's demands.