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Carrie Coon's Stellar Performances in "The White Lotus" and "The Gilded Age" Earn Emmy Nominations
Carrie Coon, the talented actress behind Bertha Russell in HBO's "The Gilded Age" and Laurie in HBO's "The White Lotus," has been nominated for three Emmy awards this year. Coon expresses excitement about seeing her friends being celebrated in the industry, with Julianne Nicholson and Bella Ramsey also receiving nominations.
In "The Gilded Age," Bertha Russell evolves from a harsh, controlling mother and social climber into a formidable figure poised to lead her family to the pinnacle of New York society. Her actions significantly impact the show's exploration of social change, gender roles, and family dynamics during the period.
Bertha's relationship with her husband George is fraught and a source of major narrative tension. The couple's marriage deteriorates under pressures from business failures and personal conflicts, with George's actions proving equally cruel and leading to potential marital dissolution. This volatile dynamic highlights Bertha's complex role as both social warrior and troubled wife.
In Season 3 episodes, Bertha is shown masterfully using wit and social power to assert her position. Her actions have left hurt feelings and resentment in her path, but her ambitions extend beyond just family preservation to broad social domination. In the season finale, Bertha's shepherding of the Newport Ball overshadows attending to her husband, George, who is recovering from an assassination attempt.
Coon speculates that her character Laurie from "The White Lotus" would appreciate the simplicity of "The Gilded Age," but would likely watch reality TV shows like "Real Housewives" instead. Coon believes that the relationship between the women in "The White Lotus" was the "sneaky heart" of the season, and she is proud of her performance and that of her co-stars.
The more time Coon spends in the industry, the more enjoyable it becomes to see friends being recognized. This sentiment is particularly true for Coon as she shares the attention her emotional speech in "The White Lotus" is receiving with her co-stars Michelle and Leslie, as the speech's impact is largely due to their friendship.
The final dinner scene of "The White Lotus" sees the relationship between Laurie, Kate, and Jaclyn reach a climax. Coon states that the dining area used for the scene was extremely hot and they were soaking with sweat, which added to the scene's intensity. Laurie confesses to feeling sad throughout their resort stay, but the fact they can still spend time together despite their differences means something to her.
Coon finds it rewarding to be recognized by her peers, but she also attributes her Emmy nomination to the popularity of the shows she is on. Regarding Bertha Russell, Coon believes that her character has not taken stock of the impact of her choices in "The Gilded Age." Despite this, Bertha's actions in "The Gilded Age" have been building to a confrontation all season, making for a deliciously melodramatic climax in the series.
Carrie Coon muses that Laurie from "The White Lotus" might appreciate the ostentatiousness of the society depicted in "The Gilded Age," though she would perhaps prefer watching reality TV shows like "Real Housewives." Coon's character, Bertha Russell, in "The Gilded Age," controlingly navigates New York's high society, manipulating others to advance her family and gain broad social dominance, even as her marriage to George disintegrates. In the City of Angels, Los Angeles, Coon's critically acclaimed performances in both "The White Lotus" and "The Gilded Age" have earned her three Emmy nominations, reflecting the entertainment-driven culture of California at the intersection of law, business, and the movies-and-TV industry. Coon's complex characters embody dynamic, thought-provoking female roles that challenge gender norms and societal expectations, offering impactful commentary on cultural evolution.
