The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Meghann Fahy
May 24, 2025
Actress Meghann Fahy's birthday party was a memorable celebration, and she's excited for her new Netflix project, 'Sirens.' The conversation dives into her early career as a Broadway understudy, sharing both struggles and funny moments. There’s also a humorous look at friends turning 35, complete with tales from their Airbnb adventures. Additionally, the podcast explores the intriguing themes of family dynamics and cult psychology in 'Sirens,' blending insights with laughter.
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Birthday Lake Party Mishap
- Meghann Fahy celebrated her 35th birthday with friends at a rented lake house in Georgia.
- The Airbnb host described the party as "nice but on the messy and rowdy side."
Broadway Understudy Experience
- Meghann's first big acting job was understudying in Broadway's "Next to Normal" in 2009.
- She found understudying fun but challenging, requiring readiness without regular performance.
Jennifer Garner's Kindness
- Jennifer Garner visited the show while Meghann was understudy and showed genuine interest in her.
- Meghann admired Garner’s kindness since visiting understudies is uncommon.