Fresh Air Star Of ‘Pluribus’ Rhea Seehorn
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Dec 9, 2025 
Rhea Seehorn, acclaimed for her roles in 'Better Call Saul' and the upcoming 'Pluribus,' dives into the show's existential themes like happiness and individuality. She reveals how Vince Gilligan tailored the lead role just for her after being impressed by her previous work. Rhea reflects on expressing anger in her roles and the societal perceptions of female rage. Additionally, she shares gripping moments from Bob Odenkirk's medical emergency on set and the impact of her father's secretive counterintelligence career.
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Surprise Is Essential To Happiness
- Rhea Seehorn and the cast debated whether individual freedom outweighs communal peace in Pluribus.
- She argues surprise and unpredictability are essential to real happiness and creative art.
Anger Is Necessary, Not Just Destructive
- Rhea distinguishes between destructive public rage and necessary anger that signals injustice.
- She believes anger is a necessary emotion alongside happiness for a full human life.
Find Nonexplosive Ways To Set Boundaries
- Practice communicating boundaries without explosive anger to be heard and keep others safe.
- Rhea suggests finding ways to relay feelings that avoid yelling and character assassination.
