Actress Charlotte Ritchie shares embarrassing gymnastics mishaps and discusses her audition process for the role of Kate in season four of 'YOU'. She and Penn speculate on the future of the series and share advice for their 12-year-old selves.
Charlotte Ritchie and Penn had a positive, supportive working relationship on the show YOU, with Penn being patient and kind during scenes.
Charlotte Ritchie advises her younger self to prioritize her own passions and opinions, rather than seeking approval from others.
Deep dives
Impressions and Warmth: First Impression of Each Other
Penn's first impression of Charlotte was that she was warm, bubbly, and incredibly funny. He felt that she was very different from her character in the show and was excited to see how she would bring the character to life. Charlotte's first impression of Penn was that he was someone who thought deeply about things and she had an immediate sense that he was very kind. She appreciated his humor and felt that he made her feel comfortable on set.
Favorite Film Scene Together
Charlotte's favorite film scene with Penn was when they were rehearsing at the hospital and Charlotte couldn't get her lines right. Penn patiently went through the scene with her multiple times, showing support and kindness. Charlotte was grateful for Penn's help and felt that it deepened their connection and made the work more enjoyable.
Advice to 12-Year-Old Selves
If Charlotte could go back and talk to her 12-year-old self, she would advise her to focus on what she loves and what she thinks is good, rather than worrying about what others think. She would also reassure her 12-year-old self that she is okay and to be easier on herself.
YOU asked, we delivered! This week the one and only Charlotte Ritchie (YOU, Ghosts) brings Penn to tears with stories of her tween gymnastics days in his favorite embarrassing story of the season. She and Penn share some Season 4 BTS and share their predictions over Joe and Kate's fates in the final season of YOU.