The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Christine Baranksi (Extended) | Papal Watching
May 8, 2025
Christine Baranski, the Emmy and two-time Tony Award-winning actress known for her roles in The Good Fight and The Gilded Age, shares delightfully entertaining insights. She humorously reflects on the papal conclave and its casual lunch discussions. Baranski dives into her collection of showbiz memorabilia, sharing nostalgic anecdotes and behind-the-scenes theater tales. Plus, get ready for some laughs as she recounts amusing moments from her career and her unique take on vacation preferences, blending heartfelt memories with comedic charm.
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Baranski's Career Memorabilia Dive
- Christine Baranski spent six months in Europe working and then began spring cleaning her extensive career memorabilia.
- She found rare items like a photo with Bruce Springsteen backstage at the Kennedy Center Honors.
Quiet Birthday Turned Sweet Surprise
- On her birthday, Baranski hosted a fundraiser for single moms but ended the night alone in a French bar.
- The staff surprised her with a moose cake despite her low-key birthday celebration.
Baranski’s Best Birthday Memory
- Christine Baranski recalled her best birthday at 50 during Sweeney Todd with Stephen Sondheim present.
- They drank wine late, and Sondheim shared early career stories, making it memorable.