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Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Ginny & Georgia' star Scott Porter disagrees that Paul is a 'villain': 'Correct reaction, wrong action'
Even weeks after Ginny & Georgia Season 3 premiered, the series is still one of the most-watched shows on Netflix right now. Among the discussions about the season include fans expressing their opinions about how Paul Randolph (Scott Porter) handled his relationship with Georgia (Brianne Howey) and her kids during her murder trial. Some have been quick to call him a "villain." But Scott Porter believes his character is still "thoughtful." "People want to categorize him as this season's villain, I could not disagree more with that sentiment," Porter told Yahoo Canada. "I think our show's very good at showing characters who make mistakes, big ones at that, but still shows the other side of them and their humanity, and how, hopefully, they can correct after those things happen. And I'm hoping for that same thing with Paul." One of the most shocking and impactful moments of Ginny & Georgia Season 3 is when Georgia lies to Paul about being pregnant, and when he finds out, he gets angry and hits the wall next to Georgia's head. A trigger for her past trauma from abusive relationships. "Up to this point, it's been OK when she has kept things from him and lied about things that are in her past, or that are outside of their relationship. But the straw that really breaks the camel's back is when she lies and manipulates a situation within their own family," Porter identified. "He sees that as an actual, ultimate betrayal." "And I've seen fans throw this phrase around, and I think it's very right, 'Correct reaction, wrong action,' for Paul in the kitchen scene. And you can see the immediate regret on his face after he slams his hand on the wall. ... He would never touch her physically, but to even come that close and give her, for lack of a better word, a little bit of PTSD maybe from a history he does actually know about, with Gil, really puts him in a place where he is deeply hurting and regretful. But hurting people hurt people." But as the relationship between Paul and Georgia certainly evolves in Season 3, Porter stressed that he has the best scene partner in Brianne Howey to navigate that shifts. "I've worked in this business for a long time, she is one of the best scene partners I've ever had," Porter said. "She's capable of pretty much anything. The deepest drama, the funniest comedy, she can do it all." "We worked together on a different show, Heart of Dixie, before this, and that kind of gave us our ability to really sense each other's timing and cadence in Season 1, which I think really leaned into the charm of their early relationship. So once we established that, and understanding each other's timing, we were able to just really then explore the rest of it. And she is so consistent, and I like to think that I'm consistent as well. So those two things work together, because when you are consistent together as a unit, you can really then start to play in small moments and explore different emotions, and different parts of scenes, and tweak and pull and twist together knowing that the other person's not going to drop you." While Ginny & Georgia has been a big hit, this isn't the first show Porter's starred in that's been incredibly beloved and embraced by fans. The actor famously starred in the series Friday Night Lights as Jason Street, the quarterback for the Dillon Panthers who becomes paralyzed during a football game. Having that Friday Night Lights legacy behind him, a show that continues to gain fans to this day after ending in 2011, and now seeing a whole new fandom with Ginny & Georgia, Porter stressed that he feels "so fortunate" and "filled with gratitude." "My parents were hard workers their whole life. They're incredibly talented. They met in a rock band in the '80s and they worked all week to go make art on the weekends, hoping to eventually make a living with their art. And they never achieved that, even though they deserved it 100 per cent," Porter shared. "And there are a lot of people like that in this world that are so infinitely talented that just never get the chance." "So when I look at what I've been allowed to do, I just have nothing but the deepest respect for it. And I want to show up every day and work as hard as I can, and just have every bit of every day be full of appreciation, because I know that there's some luck that goes into this." But Porter also highlighted that he does see similarities between working on Ginny & Georgia and Friday Night Lights. "Going into Friday Night Lights, I think a lot of us knew it was going to be a very special show. I think a lot of us knew that NBC was taking a chance on us back then. TV was very aimed at being international, creating a product that could sell overseas," Porter said. "And we got cancelled twice and we got saved twice, and so every day we were on that set was full of appreciation and gratitude. ... People are still watching that show to this day, which blows my mind." "Ginny & Georgia, there's a very strong parallel there, because we're a small show at a streaming network who was, from the outside looking in, very focused on making big, splashy shows, and we're tiny. We don't cost much to make. We're a show about a small town in Massachusetts and we weren't sure if it would connect. But the one thing about this show that was kind of the same with Friday Night Lights is it had a voice all its own. I think Ginny & Georgia is very unique. And I think Friday Night Lights has that same quality to it." Porter identified that Ginny & Georgia creator Sarah Lampert and Friday Night Lights creator Peter Berg have similar ways of operating, with Porter saying "they know they're right." "When Sarah throws these story lines out at people, I think their initial reaction is, 'This is crazy.' And she goes, 'I know, but it will work,' and it does. Very often in our show, the craziest things work the best and she's willing to take those chances," Porter said. "I'm really impressed by her bravery and her ability to stand up and fight for what she really thinks is the right thing that has to happen for a character." "Pete, of course, much different filmmaker, much different creator, much different leader, but one thing they have in common is, Pete's mantra when we were doing Friday Night Lights was, 'Nobody pushes us around.' We know our show better than anybody else. You know your character better than anybody else. So if a director comes on to the show and says you have to do something because they want to create a moment and you know it's wrong for your character, you call us and you let us know, and we'll come have a talk with the director. They had our backs 100 per cent, every single day, because Pete, again, knew what was right for his show, and he was willing to fight for it." But with both Ginny & Georgia and Friday Night Lights, Porter also stressed that part of what makes them great is the casting, really getting the right people for each role in two great ensembles. "I don't think casting directors get enough credit in the way that they work with the show creator early on to make sure that everybody lands in the proper place," Porter highlighted. "And I think both of the shows did it in a way that was outside of the norm." "Usually the network or the streamer will place actors into your show, and both Sarah and Pete said, we can't do that. ... We're finding the right people. And Sarah and Pete were both very strong in that position. And the casting directors, the way they trusted them to find those people, was very equal." With Season 3 of Ginny & Georgia ending with that massive cliffhanger, with fans left wondering if Georgia is pregnant, and who he father is, Porter said he was still surprised by that season finale moment during the final table read. "It was interesting because that very last moment was in the script, but the plain as day way Ginny says, 'Mom, don't you only drink milk like that when you're pregnant,' for some reason that made it land even harder," Porter said. "So we were all prepared after reading the script, but it was just in stage direction, having Ginny say it out loud was just a boom moment." Looking forward to Season 4, Porter highlighted that Paul has "some pieces to pick up" and "soul searching" to do. "I think he's going to have to put himself together, but once he does that, I hope we see his resilience. We see his fervor for wanting to create real change in the world, and his desire to do it in a different way than his father did," Porter said. "We've heard for years how good Paul is at his job. I hope we get to see ... his proficiency in the world of politics. And if we do get that, I think the way he interacts with Georgia in his town now, where they are squarely behind her and not him any longer, brings out a little bit more of the banter that we had between those two characters in Season 1." "I think Paul is very quick on his feet. He can be witty. He can be very charming, and I hope we start to see that part of Paul again at some point in Season 4. I don't think it would be right away. I don't know if we'll get there at all, but that would be some of my hope and desire."
New York Times
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Brianne Howey Feels a Presence Through Her Bracelet
Brianne Howey has a supernatural connection with her late grandmother, who's 'come through' by way of mediums, and a one-time séance that used her grandmother's bracelet to guide otherworldly energy into the room. The star of Netflix's hit show 'Ginny & Georgia,' currently in its third season and remains one of the network's top 10 shows after two weeks, wears a gold serpentine heirloom most days. 'It just makes me feel like I'm with my grandma,' she said of the transcendental link. In an interview, Ms. Howey reflected on the bracelet that is, as she put it, 'a physical manifestation' of her memories and her love. This interview has been edited and condensed. How did this bracelet find its way to you? After my grandma passed in 2022, one of my aunts told me that she had left it for me with my name on it, on a Post-it with the bracelet. It's so, so special to me. Did your grandma wear lots of other jewelry, or was this her main piece? Not that much, actually. She was kind of a minimalist. My grandma was a really practical woman. She had eight kids. She was a nurse, very Catholic, not a lot of bells and whistles. So that makes this even more sentimental. My grandma was also the kind of person who, anytime she lost something, she would whip out her St. Christopher beads. She had a lot of rosaries. That was more her jewelry. There would be a rosary around her neck, in every pocket, and she would know exactly who to pray to if you lost something, if you were sick, if I was nervous about a test, anything. Do you wear it every day? It's like a wedding band, almost: I feel kind of naked without it on, and it's so delicate and comfortable and it lays so flat, and it makes me feel so close to my grandma because my parents had me super young. I was really raised so much by my grandparents, so it's just extra special. I have sort of a roller coaster of a past with my jewelry collection. Twice in my life I've been robbed. And all my jewelry got stolen. So I've sort of been rebuilding. But both times, my grandma's bracelet, I've always had it. It never got stolen, so that's why it's extra sentimental. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
How my later in life diagnosis of ADHD and OCD shaped Season 3 of 'Ginny & Georgia'
When Sarah Lampert created Ginny & Georgia, she wanted to tell a story that reflected the raw and often messy truths of life. It's part of what has made the Netflix dramedy such a hit — viewers can see parts of themselves in the show's complex characters. The third season, which premiered on June 5, debuted at No. 1 on the U.S. charts with 17.6 million viewers — in just its first four days — with fans eager to see the aftermath of Georgia Miller's (Brianne Howey) arrest for murder on her own wedding day. All three seasons of the series have been on Netflix's top 10 list for English TV for three weeks and running. Ginny & Georgia centers on the mother-daughter relationship between teenage Ginny and her free-spirited, secretive matriarch, Georgia, as they settle into a new town and face unexpected challenges. Central to the show is mental health. Growing up, Lampert never understood certain compulsions and behaviors that affected her life. It wasn't until her 30s, when she was diagnosed with ADHD and OCD, that everything clicked. This revelation would later influence the character of Ginny's best friend Maxine Baker, whose behaviors, struggles and dialogue have pieces of Lampert's own experiences. Ginny and Maxine, aka Max, make up half of their friend group, nicknamed "MANG," along with characters Abby and Norah. Maxine is a dynamic and complex character, known for her energetic, emotional and vulnerable nature. She often brings humor and heart to the series, but beneath her vibrant personality lies a struggle with mental health and a search for self-identity. The character of Maxine naturally holds a special place for the creator, writer and executive producer. Still, she was conscious of not diagnosing Maxine onscreen this season. Below, Lampert opens up about giving a voice to her personal journey through Max and how actress Sara Waisglass brought the character to life. Coming out of the release of Season 3 of Ginny & Georgia, the comment I'm seeing the most online is 'I relate to Maxine!' I've watched passionate TikToks about how deeply everyone feels for the character, the questions they have about her actions and the empathy they hold for her. 'Why did MANG leave her out?' 'I've never related to a character more!' 'She was trying to help!' 'Maxine, get behind me! My poor little glass child baby!' Maxine's pain isn't obvious. She's not brooding or glum. She's energetic. She's the star of the musical. She is happiest when others are happy. She loves the spotlight but is wildly generous about sharing it. Maxine is constantly thinking about everyone else. It is exhausting to be Maxine. She always has to be OK. That's the role she's been cast in, especially as a twin to her brother Marcus. When she starts to not be OK, when she cracks, no one sees it because she's gotten too good at hiding it. Even when she tries to share her feelings, no one sees she's drowning. The version of depression that we're more used to seeing onscreen is represented in Marcus, portrayed so achingly and hauntingly beautifully by Felix Mallard. But in a show where the theme is "everyone's fighting a battle you can't see" — what battle is Maxine fighting, and is it so dissimilar from Marcus's, or is it just packaged differently? By entering Maxine's head in Season 3, the writers were able to give context to some of her over-the-top reactions from Season 2, revealing her thought process in a way that showed the chaos and heart that make up the character's inner world. We also had the gift that is Sara Waisglass, who has the ability to make you laugh and cry in the same sentence. Sara was very brave in Season 2 in allowing Maxine to be so messy, to bring the character to places that we knew would be unpopular with the audience because she had to be flawed. She had to be human. Does Maxine overreact to Ginny and Marcus's relationship? I think so. Is that something I would do at 16? Absolutely. She makes sense to me, her rejection sensitivity, the larger-than-life emotions, the dramatics. Of all the characters on the show, Maxine is the one I relate to the most. I was in my 30s when I was diagnosed with ADHD and OCD. Suddenly, so many aspects of my life clicked and made so much sense. I realized that this wasn't unique to me. So many people — especially women — aren't diagnosed until later in life. Women's mental health, like women's physical health, is criminally overlooked. And to be honest, I'm not interested in diagnosing Maxine. She's young. She has a lot of growing up to do. She's got pieces of me, but she's not me. She's a combined effort of the other brilliant writers who work on this show, and of the special sauce of Sara Waisglass, who infuses Max with her own spin so that everything feels so very Max. I knew that it would mean a lot to depict Maxine's inner thought process onscreen. If we could get it right, I knew it would be powerful and others could connect to it. Max would make sense to them. When Season 3 was released on Netflix June 5, the response was shocking because Maxine is all of us. Everyone felt for her. Everyone felt they were her. We've all gone through feelings of being too much, of being left out, of needing to be OK when other people weren't. The universality of that is beautiful to me. I hope that if the show does anything, it makes people feel less alone. With Maxine's story specifically, I hope that it helps people pay attention to the friend who they don't think needs help, the friend that's laughing on the outside. Inside, they just might be hiding something deeper. To those people who do feel like Maxine, I hope you see how you're not alone and how seen you really are. That's why it was so important to me to put the inside of Maxine's head onscreen, for all the Max's out there.
Geek Girl Authority
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
Agape Mngomezulu Talks Bryon and Bracia's Relationship in GINNY & GEORGIA Season 3
If there's one thing you can expect while watching Ginny & Georgia Season 3, it's a rollercoaster of emotional highs and lows. And if explosive family drama is your thing, you're in for a wild ride. For starters, Georgia (Brianne Howey) stands trial for murder, and Ginny (Antonia Gentry) must reckon with her mom's predicament. However, it's not only the titular mother-daughter duo who endures a heaping helping of narrative turbulence. Other characters like Bryon (Agape Mngomezulu) and Bracia (Tameka Griffiths) are navigating uncharted territory — the ups and downs of young love. Recently, I had the privilege of chatting with Agape about his role in Ginny & Georgia Season 3, what viewers can expect and Bryon and Bracia's relationship. RELATED: Everything Coming to Netflix in June 2025 This interview is edited for clarity. Agape Mngomezulu Pictured: Agape Mngomezulu Melody McCune: We at GGA love a good origin story. How did you get into acting? Agape Mngomezulu: I started acting in high school. I would do community plays and musicals. When I was in grade 9 or 10, I was like, 'Yes, this is what I want to do.' In grade 12, I got into background work to see if this was a good fit. Then, right after I graduated from high school, I went to film school. Then, 18 months later, I was in the professional world. Ginny & Georgia Season 3 MM: Let's talk about Ginny & Georgia . Can you tell me what Season 3 is about and how your character fits into the story? AM: Season 3 finds a lot of characters going through their deepest, darkest moments. We see Georgia in the aftermath of her getting arrested at her wedding. We see Ginny deal with her mom going to prison and a whole murder trial. Then, her friends are dealing with their own personal issues. The way my character, Bryon, fits into that is that you see a different side of him. Last season, [he was] very cool, calm and collected. This season, you see him start to comfort Maxine (Sara Waisglass), for example, when she's going through it. You also get to see a more emotional, caring side of him as well. RELATED: Ginny & Georgia : The Possibilities of Season 2 Bryon and Bracia Tameka Griffiths as Bracia Charles, Agape Mngomezulu as Bryon in episode 309 of Ginny & Georgia. Cr. Amanda Matlovich/Netflix © 2025 MM: What can you tease about Bryon and Bracia's relationship in Season 3? How does this season test their bond? AM: This season, you see the ups and downs of young love. You see them wrestle with what love is. Because [this is] the first time they've both been in a situation and wrestled with, 'Do we love each other? What's happening here?' Their relationship definitely gets tested, more so like, 'What are we doing here?' MM: What can viewers expect when they watch this season? AM: A lot of drama. It's a very emotional season, really. Out of the three seasons, this one definitely pushes all the characters to their breaking point. We see them deal with things in ways we've never seen before. MM: Describe Season 3 using three words. AM: Emotional. Deep. Surprising. MM: Do you share any similarities with Bryon? AM: We do have a few similarities. In Season 2, Bryon stops playing football to join the musical because he has a crush on Bracia. When I was in high school, I did the opposite. I played rugby to impress a girl in grade 9 instead of doing theater. It worked, but I quickly realized I'm not a rugby guy. RELATED: Next on Netflix: Check Out the Streamer's 2025 TV Slate MM: Without giving too much away, do you have a highlight or a favorite scene from filming this season? AM: It's always such a joy shooting the musical episodes. It takes me back to when I was still in high school doing musicals for my school. Those are always a treat to do because it's like a combination of doing real-life theater. It feels like a real production, while also getting that film and TV aspect of it. On the Horizon Tameka Griffiths as Bracia Charles, Agape Mngomezulu as Bryon in episode 302 of Ginny & Georgia. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2025 MM: What else is on the horizon for you, career-wise? AM: I have a movie coming out called Lucky Weekend . It's written, produced and directed by Kevin Alves, who is on Yellowjackets . He also stars in it. That'll come out at some point. It'll be doing a festival run between this year and the upcoming year. That'll be really exciting. It's a fun movie. MM: Have you watched anything interesting lately? AM: I've really been in my reality TV bag. I'm loving this season of Love Island USA . There's something about watching other people go through real-life drama. It's an escape because when I watch movies and TV, I'm analyzing the acting. How things are done in the production. When I'm watching reality TV, I'm like, 'Wow, this is just fun.' MM: You can turn your brain off for a little bit. AM: Exactly. Brain off. We're just enjoying [things] after a long day. RELATED: Cecilia Lee on the Wild Ride That Is Fear Street: Prom Queen MM: Last question. Name your five favorite films. AM: Number one favorite film of all time — Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Mr. Nobody . Meet the Robinsons . Inception . A more recent one, Sinners . I know everyone's talking about it. I didn't want to buy into the hype; I was like, 'I'm going to watch this without any preconceived notions, and I'm going to judge it critically.' Then, I watched it and was like, 'Okay, this is pretty amazing.' All three seasons of Ginny & Georgia are now streaming on Netflix. Be sure to follow Agape on Instagram (@ and keep your eyes peeled for Lucky Weekend when it premieres. Max Parker Gets Musical as Benvolio in JULIET & ROMEO Contact: [email protected] What I do: I'm GGA's Managing Editor, a Senior Contributor, and Press Coordinator. I manage, contribute, and coordinate. Sometimes all at once. Joking aside, I oversee day-to-day operations for GGA, write, edit, and assess interview opportunities/press events. Who I am: Before moving to Los Angeles after studying theater in college, I was born and raised in Amish country, Ohio. No, I am not Amish, even if I sometimes sport a modest bonnet. Bylines in: Tell-Tale TV, Culturess, Sideshow Collectibles, and inkMend on Medium. Critic: Rotten Tomatoes, CherryPicks, and the Hollywood Creative Alliance.
News18
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Your Weekend Watchlist: Sirens To The Better Sister, Top 10 New Series To Stream
Last Updated: Settle in for the weekend with new streaming releases packed with mystery, action and unforgettable drama. Ready to kick back and escape into a new world this weekend? From sizzling seaside secrets and pulse-pounding thrillers to sweeping period dramas, this week's streaming releases promise plenty of reasons to stay in. With Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+ and other top platforms dropping exciting new titles, there's no shortage of options — whether you're in the mood to binge or savour each episode slowly. Crime, romance, nostalgia — whatever you crave, here are 10 standout series to stream this weekend. Ginny & Georgia – Season 3 (Netflix): The hit mother-daughter saga returns with Georgia (Brianne Howey) standing trial for murder. As the family faces a media storm, Ginny (Antonia Gentry) grapples with heartbreak and the harsh glare of the spotlight. We Were Liars (Prime Video): Based on E. Lockhart's bestselling YA novel, this mystery follows Cadence (Emily Alyn Lind) as she tries to piece together lost memories with the help of her childhood friends. Set against the dreamy backdrop of a beach estate, it's a potent mix of suspense, romance and long-buried secrets. The Waterfront (Netflix): Kevin Williamson delivers a gripping tale of small-town politics, crime and fractured family ties. Holt McCallany stars as Harlan Buckley, whose heart attack sparks a spiral of dangerous choices. Maria Bello plays his determined wife Belle, while Jake Weary portrays their son Cane, forced into an uneasy alliance with a criminal to protect their livelihood. Topher Grace ups the stakes as the menacing Grady. The Better Sister (Prime Video): Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks lead this intense thriller about two sisters who reconnect under tragic circumstances when one's husband is found dead. As suspicions grow, their fragile bond is pushed to the limit. Sirens (Netflix): Meghann Fahy and Milly Alcock star as sisters drawn into the web of a wealthy and enigmatic woman (Julianne Moore) on a secluded island. Brimming with secrets and psychological twists, this series keeps you guessing. Call Her Alex (Hulu): This revealing two-part docuseries chronicles the life of Alex Cooper, the voice behind the Call Her Daddy podcast. From painful childhood experiences to fame and reinvention, it's a raw, honest look at her personal and professional journey. FUBAR – Season 2 (Netflix): Arnold Schwarzenegger and Monica Barbaro are back as a father-daughter spy duo trying to navigate life after their cover is blown. With new threats and fresh faces — including Carrie-Anne Moss — this action-comedy promises plenty of thrills. Duster (HBO Max): Set in the gritty 1970s, this crime drama follows FBI agent Nina Hayes (Rachel Hilson) who teams up with a getaway driver to take down a ruthless crime boss. Josh Holloway leads the cast in this tense, high-stakes ride. Tires – Season 2 (Netflix): Shane Gillis returns with more deadpan laughs in this workplace comedy set in a chaotic auto-repair shop. With new faces like Thomas Haden Church joining the crew, expect even sharper humour. Dept. Q (Netflix): Matthew Goode stars as a brooding detective assigned to crack long-forgotten cases. Atmospheric and quietly intense, this noir-inspired series is perfect for those who love slow-burn mysteries. First Published:
