Fans of Ted Lasso and Shrinking are in for a treat! The hit Apple TV+ shows are connecting as Brett Goldstein, the hilarious Roy Kent from Ted Lasso, is stepping into a new role on Shrinking Season 2!
Goldstein Joins Shrinking
Goldstein isn't just an actor; he's a co-creator, executive producer, and writer for Shrinking. This latest season brings him in for a guest appearance. Details are super hush-hush. but we get a peek of him in the trailer. This has left many curious as to just what his next big appearance will have.
Lawrence's Thoughts on Casting Goldstein
Bill Lawrence, co-creator of Shrinking, chatted with The Hollywood Reporter at the Season 2 premiere in Los Angeles. Lawrence spilled the beans on the behind-the-scenes drama with Goldstein's casting!
He made a funny observation: Goldstein had to shave his beard for the role! This was funny because it made Goldstein "miserable," a joke that highlighted the fun dynamic behind the production. On a serious note, Lawrence admitted to falling into the trap of typecasting. Seeing Goldstein as Roy Kent made it tough to see him as the actually incredibly sweet guy that Goldstein is!
Lawrence was close to excluding his creative partner and that's where Jason Segel stepped in. It’s hard to ignore his impact on the set, as Segel knew that Goldstein was just right for the part! Goldstein's role looks set for massive success. Lawrence also explained how his Shrinking role really needs audiences to fall for him.
A New Character
We're not getting to learn exactly what his part in Shrinking is just yet! What Lawrence confirms, is that Goldstein is playing someone very sweet and caring. It seems like Goldstein's character has a different tone, going off in a different direction, from what was portrayed as Roy Kent, suggesting the move might offer Goldstein, fans and even Segel some unique excitement! That's exactly the point.
It could be that he will end up working with Jimmy Laird! That's right! The series finale from Season 1 gave viewers the sense of where Jimmy Laird might go and the choices he makes. We will have some crazy twists! Goldstein's character looks like they will interact with Laird giving "Shrinking" some crazy and unique, fresh elements.
The Power of Collaboration
It's important to really emphasize the special, close-knit nature of Shrinking as this was explained in the interview.
There is so much to love about this crew's relationship that it is heartwarming to hear these guys talk! They seemed very tight, like the best of friends! In fact it appears their behind-the-scenes interaction matches some of what's being portrayed in this hit series! Goldstein may really step up into the role that no one saw coming, adding even more fun to Shrinking's amazing, second season!
